39. Jefferson Airplane

(September 2014) I have completed phase 39 of my “opus project,’ in which I listen to a band’s discography from beginning to end. This episode: JEFFERSON AIRPLANE (but not Jefferson Starship or Starship).

I love the 1960s, San Francisco, and psychedelic music. But despite trying, I have not been able to love 1960s San Francisco psychedelic music. I prefer the British variety. But JA still offers some good stuff.

Favorite album: Surrealistic Pillow

Favorite song: Third Week in the Chelsea

Favorite member: Jorma Kaukonen

Hidden gem: the eclectic mix on side two of “Bark” — including “Third Week in the Chelsea,” “Never Argue With a German If You’re Tired or European Song,” and “Thunk”

Special sauce: Jorma Kaukonen

Compared to expectations: same