"Clear" showcased Spirit's unique blend of psychedelic experimentation and jazz-infused rock, solidifying their status as pioneers of the West Coast sound. The album featured a more complex and mature song structure compared to their earlier work.
- The album was produced by Lou Adler and was released on Ode Records, a label also home to Carole King. It reached number 101 on the Billboard 200 chart. The song "Dark Eyed Woman" was a notable track from the album.
- The album was recorded at CBS Records studio in New York. It was released shortly after the band's performance at the Newport Jazz Festival.
- "Clear" was Spirit's third album, following their 1968 debut and 1969's "The Family That Plays Together." It demonstrated a significant stylistic progression for the band.
Spirit was a psychedelic rock band formed in Los Angeles in 1967. They were known for their eclectic sound, blending rock, jazz, and folk influences. The album "Clear" was released in October 1969, during a period of significant creative output for the band following their self-titled debut and "The Family That Plays Together."
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