Program Director Ryan Hill’s “trippy” playlist

Ever listen to a song and think, “wow! What an experience!” Sometimes, artists can create songs that are just insane with the music, creating sounds that seem to clash together, yet somehow mesh together at the same time. These songs are ones where you might want to take a break after listening to them, because they will certainly give you an experience. 

10). “Whole Lotta Love” – Led Zeppelin

This Led Zeppelin song has some great guitar riffs and starts out as a simple Zeppelin song, but then takes a twist that is out of this world, complete with echoing guitar sounds that make it seem like everything is going trippy. 

9). “Sunshine of Your Love” – Cream

Thank you, Eric Clapton. This one has an easy beat and a great guitar rift, and it’s a blast to listen to in the sunshine. 

8). “Smoke on the Water” – Deep Purple

Everyone knows the opening to this song, and it gets pretty awesome as it goes on. Deep Purple’s bass and guitar riffs can never go wrong, especially when an organ is thrown into the mix. 

7). “Voodoo Child” – Jimi Hendrix

It would be wrong to not include a Jimi Hendrix song on this list. “Voodoo Child” is spooky and makes you think that there’s some Voodoo in this song with Jimi Hendrix’s rad guitar playing. 

6). “In-A-Gadda-Da-Vida” – Iron Butterfly 

If you listen to this, go with the 17-minute long version. It is worth listening to for the drum solos, organs, and guitars. 

5). “Brain Damage” and “Eclipse” – Pink Floyd

These songs have to be played back to back to get the full experience of both. It’s such an amazing combination of songs that makes you just want to relax. 

4). “Ramble Tamble” – Creedence Clearwater Revival

This one is known for its tempo changes and guitar solos – a wonderful combination that makes it perfect to listen to. 

3). “Purple Haze” – Jimi Hendrix 

This song gets trippy the moment the guitar starts playing. It’s fast, action packed, and of course: contains an amazing guitar solo that makes you want to kiss the sky.

2). “White Room” – Cream 

This song is another beauty featuring Eric Clapton. The introduction lures the listener in, then the epic guitar music and lyrics get you. Soon, you’ll be wondering why the white room has tigers in jungle

1). “Time Has Come Today” – Chamber Brothers

When you first hear this song, it doesn’t sound like it would be trippy. Then it hits you out of nowhere. The cowbell slows down, and you can feel your heart slow down as well. That’s when it gets weird and makes you feel like you’ve entered another dimension.