Best 1965

“Yesterday” by The Beatles is a profoundly influential pop song released in 1965. Its distinctive acoustic arrangement and deeply melancholic lyrics exploring themes of heartbreak have made it the most covered single ever recorded. The song’s enduring appeal resonates particularly with those who app...

“The Hand” is a 1965 Czech stop-motion animated short film by Jiří Trnka. It features a remarkably detailed puppet hand brought to life through meticulous animation techniques. The film’s innovative use of a single character and its surreal narrative made it notable within the field of experimental...

Launched by NASA in 1965, Gemini 6A was a crewed spaceflight that successfully achieved the first space rendezvous in history. Commanded by Wally Schirra and piloted by Thomas Stafford, the spacecraft flew in close formation with the Gemini 7 vehicle in Earth orbit. This mission demonstrated critica...

Wes Montgomery’s “Smokin’ at the Half Note” is a significant 1965 jazz album notable for its innovative use of modal harmonies and Montgomery's unique thumb-picking technique. The recording captures his distinctive guitar-jazz sound in a live performance setting. It appeals to listeners interested i...

This document is an abridged excerpt from The Autobiography of Malcolm X, a 1965 book co-authored by Malcolm X and journalist Alex Haley. The original text chronicles Malcolm X's early life, his time as a spokesperson for the Nation of Islam, and his subsequent pilgrimage to Mecca. Formatted as a pa...

Herbie Hancock’s *Maiden Voyage*, released in 1965, is a seminal jazz album notable for its innovative use of modal scales. The music employs Dorian and Mixolydian modes creating spacious arrangements and memorable melodies. It's particularly appreciated by listeners interested in post-bop jazz and...

Horace Silver’s *Song for My Father* (1965) is a notable jazz album recognized for its innovative use of the Clavinet and rich harmonic language. This hard-bop record blends blues, gospel, and Latin elements creating a distinctive sound. It's particularly appreciated by listeners interested in class...

Sinatra: A Man and His Music is a 1965 NBC television special built around Frank Sinatra performing songs associated with different stages of his recording career. Rather than using the guest-heavy format common to variety television, the program keeps its focus on Sinatra, an orchestra, and career-...

Nostra Aetate (Latin: In Our Time) is the Declaration on the Relation of the Church with Non-Christian Religions, promulgated on October 28, 1965, by Pope Paul VI during the Second Vatican Council. The document addresses Catholic relations with Hinduism, Buddhism, and Islam, and most significantly r...

John Coltrane’s *A Love Supreme: Live in Seattle* is a significant recording from 1965 capturing a powerful live performance by the legendary saxophonist and his quartet. The album features an extended improvisation of Coltrane's iconic suite, showcasing his deeply spiritual approach to jazz. It’s n...

My Name Is Barbra is Barbra Streisand's first television special, broadcast by CBS in 1965. Structured as a sequence of staged musical sections rather than a conventional guest-based variety show, it places Streisand alone at the center of most of the program and includes material associated with he...

Son House’s 1965 Columbia Records album showcases the foundational work of this influential Delta blues guitarist. Recorded following his resurgence in popularity during the folk revival, it presents raw and intensely emotional performances reflecting the core of American blues music. The album is p...

Joe Henderson’s *Inner Urge* is a seminal jazz album from 1965. The recording highlights Henderson's uniquely shaped melodic approach within a classic hard-bop style. Featuring Wilbur Davis, Ronald Boykin, and Tootie Heath, the quartet delivers intricate compositions and sophisticated harmonic arran...

E.S.P. is a 1965 jazz album by Miles Davis. It represents a pivotal shift toward modal jazz, utilizing scales rather than chord progressions for extended improvisation. The recording features Davis's quartet alongside notable contributions from John Coltrane and Bill Evans. This album remains influe...

Faster, Pussycat! Kill! Kill! is a 1965 American exploitation film notable for its graphic violence and female-led narrative. Directed by Russ Meyer, the movie presents a stylized world of car culture and crime featuring strong women seeking retribution. It’s primarily aimed at audiences interested...

Thelonious Monk’s *Solo Monk*, released in 1965, presents a seminal jazz album featuring the composer and pianist performing entirely unaccompanied on piano. This recording is notable for its intensely personal and remarkably clear articulation of Monk’s distinctive harmonic style and rhythmic inven...

Miles Davis’ *My Funny Valentine*, released in 1965, is a seminal post-bop jazz album. It showcases Davis' distinctive muted trumpet playing alongside a talented ensemble. The recording remains notable for its poignant interpretations of classic ballads and continues to be appreciated by serious jaz...

Wayne Shorter's *Juju*, released in 1965, is a significant hard-bop jazz album notable for its innovative blend of traditional and experimental sounds. The recording showcases Shorter’s exceptional tenor saxophone playing alongside a dynamic ensemble deeply influenced by African musical forms partic...

The National Mosque of Malaysia, located in Kuala Lumpur, was completed in 1965 and serves as the principal mosque for the nation. The complex includes a main prayer hall surrounded by reflective pools, gardens, and ancillary buildings. Its 16-pointed star concrete main roof, designed to evoke the f...

The International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID) Convention, established in 1965, is an international treaty facilitating investment dispute resolution. It provides a framework for bilateral investment treaties to be enforced through arbitration under ICSID’s administration. Th...

Dexter Gordon’s *Clubhouse* is a seminal 1965 jazz album recorded at New York's Blue Note club. The recording features Gordon’s signature tenor saxophone playing alongside Joe Henderson, John Patton, and Eric Dolphy. This hard-bop release exemplifies the vibrant sound of late 1960s jazz and remains...

Released in 1963, *The Turnaround* showcases Hank Mobley’s tenor saxophone playing with the Kansas City Symphony and Orchestra, featuring arrangements by Oliver Nelson and a notable performance with Harold Land. It's recognized for its sophisticated melodic approach and dynamic interplay within a l...

Andrew Hill's “Compulsion!” (1965) is a seminal jazz album notable for its challenging harmonic exploration. The work utilizes extended chords and frequently alters time signatures, pushing the boundaries of bebop and modal jazz. It’s appreciated by serious listeners interested in avant-garde music...

Sam Rivers’ “Fuchsia Swing Song” (1965) is a seminal avant-garde jazz album showcasing his leadership of a quartet including George Young and Frank McKenna. The recording presents an exceptionally detailed exploration of collective improvisation, blending free forms with strong rhythmic foundations....

Masjid Negara is a prominent mosque located in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Constructed in 1965, it functions as the country’s national place of worship. The structure is recognized for its distinctive main roof featuring a complex 16-pointed star design crafted from concrete. It serves Muslim communitie...

Lee Morgan's *Blues for Mr. Charlie* (1965) is a landmark hard-bop jazz album recognized for its soulful composition and performance. The title track, a poignant trumpet solo, became a significant hit and remains a cornerstone of the genre. It’s notable for Morgan’s distinctive style within the blue...

Hank Mobley's “A Caddy for Daddy” (1965) is a significant hard-bop jazz album. Featuring Mobley on tenor saxophone with Tommy Brooks, Wayne Andrews, and George Coleman, the recording demonstrates complex melodic development and spirited group interaction typical of the Blue Note label’s sound. It’s...

Released in 1963, *Status* by Lee Morgan features prominent use of the flugelhorn alongside a hard bop style characterized by complex harmonies and driving rhythms, showcasing his distinctive instrumental voice within a vibrant ensemble setting.

"Two Studies of Isabelle Rawsthorne" is a 1966 oil on canvas diptych by the British painter Francis Bacon. The artwork consists of two adjacent canvases, each presenting a distorted portrait of Isabelle Rawsthorne, a fellow artist, model, and member of Bacon's social circle in Soho. The paintings em...