The 'Acid Death Plunge' is a cautionary tale from the 1960s about young people on psychedelics who believed they could fly, tracing its roots through famous cases like Diane Linkletter and examining why the story endures.
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Explore the unique sound of Moby Grape in this insightful article that delves into their history and music. Formed in 1966, the band blends folk rock and country rock, often misclassified as purely psychedelic. Featuring an interview with Don Stevenson, Farmer John examines their underrated album 20 Granite Creek and the band's journey through challenges and triumphs.
- Farmer John
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In this edition of Psychedelic Relics, we learn the wayward story of Dragonfly and their heavy, blues-infused sound.
- Jeff Broitman
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Explore the cult classic 'Beyond the Valley of the Dolls' (1970), a bold satire that blends rock musicals, campy melodrama, and psychedelic influences, all while capturing the chaotic spirit of late 60s Hollywood.
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Discover the journey of Gary Higgins as Farmer John interviews the artist behind the 1973 psych-folk album Red Hash. Delve into the stories behind each track and learn how Higgins' life experiences shaped his music.
- Jason LeValley
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The United States of America, poorly named as they were, released one eponymous album before disbanding in 1968.
- Brian Kuhar
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Elephant's Memory started off as a bunch of eccentric New York City buskers before catching the interest of John and Yoko and releasing their self-titled debut.
- Brian Kuhar
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In the 2010 sci-fi horror film Beyond the Black Rainbow, a young woman under heavy sedation tries to escape from a secluded, quasi-futuristic commune.
