Jefferson Airplane
Live Performance of Somebody to Love by Jefferson Airplane at Monterey Pop
Date: June 18, 1967
In June 1967, Jefferson Airplane delivered a standout performance of "Somebody to Love" at the iconic Monterey Pop Festival. This live recording came shortly after the release of their groundbreaking album "Surrealistic Pillow," which had dropped in February that year and introduced the world to their unique sound. With hits like "White Rabbit" accompanying the success of "Somebody to Love," the band was riding high on the waves of the psychedelic era, capturing the spirit of the 1960s counterculture. An interesting tidbit: this festival marked one of the band's first major live appearances, and they captivated the audience not just with their music, but with their electric stage presence, contributing to legendary moments in rock history.