Ralph Bakshi’s Fritz the Cat (1972) is a trippy, X-rated animated satire based on Robert Crumb’s comic, blending sex, drugs, and countercultural critique with controversial racial and gender dynamics.
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Discover the forgotten psychedelic band Genesis (not that Genesis) and their ties to Edward James Olmos in this deep dive into their lone 1960s album In the Beginning.
- Paul Weatherhead
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Discover the bizarre true story of the 1960s banana-smoking craze, a psychedelic hoax that swept the counterculture, fooled the media, and inspired songs, satire, and even FDA experiments.
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Discover the story behind Underground by The Electric Prunes—from a chance garage jam that led to a major record deal to the creation of a cult-classic psychedelic rock album.
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The Mickey Mouse LSD myth warned parents of acid-laced tattoos given to kids—an urban legend born in the 1980s that combined drug panic, misinformation, and cartoon imagery.
- Jeff Broitman
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Terry Gilliam’s Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas captures Hunter S. Thompson’s psychedelic chaos and sharp critique of the American Dream in a wild, unforgettable ride.
- Paul Weatherhead
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An enduring LSD myth or a real psychedelic peril? This deep dive explores the infamous tale of acid trippers staring at the sun until they go blind—debunking hoaxes, tracing urban legends, and uncovering true cases of solar retinopathy linked to psychedelic use.
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Explore the remarkable career of Emitt Rhodes, a multi-instrumentalist and songwriter often compared to Paul McCartney. From his early days with The Merry-Go-Round to his pioneering solo recordings, this article delves into his journey, struggles, and enduring musical legacy.
- Paul Weatherhead
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Unravel the bizarre urban legend of the Orange Man—an LSD cautionary tale about a man who believed he was an orange, terrified of being peeled or turned into juice. Discover its origins, connections to Syd Barrett, and its role in shaping drug policy.
