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Edwin Pouncey reviews various psychedelic music compilations, primarily highlighting Greg Shaw’s ‘Pebbles’ series and ‘Highs In The Mid Sixties,’ which showcase obscure Sixties tracks. While praising select tracks, he notes diminishing fresh material. He also briefly touches on ‘Electric Sugar…
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Wayne Fontana’s October 1968 single “Never An Everyday Thing” is somewhat underwhelming despite his solid vocal performance. Critics note the lack of prominence in his voice and ordinary backing. While the song shows potential, his recent failures leave uncertainty about…
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David John & The Mood, a Lancashire band, sought to make their mark in the mid-Sixties British R&B scene, recording three rare singles with producer Joe Meek. Despite their efforts and some critical acclaim, commercial success eluded them, leading to…
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“The Mind of Goya” highlights London’s evolving nightlife, showcasing The Eve nightclub as a hub of imaginative cabaret that rivals Paris. Promoting artistic displays of nudity, the club combines elaborate staging with culinary delights, offering an escapist experience. Its an…
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Professor Morrison’s Lollipop, a band formed by ex-Coachmen musicians, gained attention in 1968 with their single “You Got The Love” and its B-side “Oo-Poo-Pah Susie.” Their style, described as “electric rock,” combines rock, blues, and psychedelia. The band appeared on…
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The Mad Hatters’ 1984 release features two tracks: a praised rendition of P.F. Sloan’s “Eve of Destruction” and the original “Dancing with the Dead.” Hailing from Cornwall, the band blends British psychedelic and folk rock, gaining recognition in both Europe…
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“Blues Package ’69” features a compilation of 12 LPs showcasing a range of blues styles, from Chicago to contemporary underground blues. It aims to familiarise listeners with new artists and encourage them to explore their music further by purchasing their…
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A Little Bit Of Sound released the single ‘Incense And Peppermints’/‘I Want You To Know’ in October 1967 through Carole Records, a small LA label. The band, discovered by producer Jerry Styner, comprised high school friends and recorded quickly, with…
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Atilla & the Huns – ’Betty Cooper’ taken from the LP on (Music Maniac MMLP 028) 1991 Atilla & the Huns | Under The Bodhi Tree | (Music Maniac) 1991 | It was a chilly Autumn morning when the lone…
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In August 1967, Penthouse published an exploration of psychedelic music, celebrating its sensual and anarchic nature, heavily influenced by both English rock and Indian classical music. The Beatles, particularly George Harrison’s integration of various influences, epitomise this musical shift. The…
