An iconic soundtrack that captures the pulse of an era, capturing the rush towards freedom with rock music.
This masterpiece features the music from the film "Easy Rider." Featuring rock music by Steppenwolf and The Byrds, the album portrays the anti-establishment spirit and freedom of the Vietnam War era through sound. It is a record that symbolizes American New Cinema.
The moment the opening track "Born to Be Wild" begins, the breath of a new era resonates through the wind and exhaust sounds. The soundtrack to "Easy Rider" is more than just musical accompaniment; it plays a role in speaking to the film's themes. The yearning for freedom and rebellious energy exuded by Steppenwolf, The Byrds, The Band, and others blends perfectly with the visuals. The composition, where acoustic and electronic sounds intertwine to highlight the multi-layered nature of American roots, is also stunning. It reached number 6 on the Billboard charts and laid the foundation for future rock film soundtracks. A symbolic work of the late 1960s, where music embodied the very ideas of the era.
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Steppenwolf - The Pusher
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Steppenwolf - Born To Be Wild
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Smith (3) - The Weight
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The Byrds - Wasn't Born To Follow
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The Holy Modal Rounders - If You Want To Be A Bird
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The Fraternity Of Man - Don't Bogart Me
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The Jimi Hendrix Experience - If Six Was Nine
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The Electric Prunes - Kyrie Eleison-Mardi Gras (When The Saints)
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Roger McGuinn - It's Alright, Ma (I'm Only Bleeding)
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Roger McGuinn - Ballad Of Easy Rider
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Liner Notes - 朝妻一郎
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Liner Notes - 朝妻一郎
