The 1968 Album Paul Weller Considers A Must Have for Any Music Fan - Zombies' Odyssey & Oracle!

Paul Weller, the Modfather, recommends *Odyssey & Oracle* by The Zombies (1968) as a must-have album for any true music fan. Released at a time of commercial indifference (the band had already split up), the album became a cult classic that exploded in Weller's head in the 70s. "When I first heard it, it blew my mind," he said. He and friends listened in the autumn in Woking Park, writing songs and dreaming. The album has jazz, classical, psychedelic influences and a very English and melancholic sound - elements that appear in Weller's eclectic career with The Jam, Style Council and solo. Despite selling poorly at the time (peaking at #95 in the US), it has aged beautifully and is considered one of the greatest British albums. The Zombies still play the entire album live half a century later. Weller highlights the ethereal melodies and pioneering spirit that influenced his musical vision. A work that mixes beat, psychedelia and emotion - essential to understand the evolution of British music. Paul Weller doesn't make mistakes: listen and transform your musical vision! [Include images: Credit: Dean Chalkley and Alamy]