Psychedelic Psoul

Ace Frehley was the dynamic guitarist for Kiss, and he assumed the identity of the "Spaceman". He was a very inventive guitarist, and his influence continues today, beyond his initial impact in the 1970s. These are select tracks from his solo work and of the songs he wrote while in Kiss.  Also... If you would, please make a donation of love and hope to St. Jude Children's Hospital M...

This is the 55th anniversary of the passing of the greatest blues rock singer, Janis Joplin. These are select tracks from her studio, live and television work. This is a special tribute to the phenomenal voice that was silenced back on October 4, 1970. For Janis.  Also... If you would, please make a donation of love and hope to St. Jude Children's Hospital Make an impact on the lives of St. J...

Tommy Boyce and Bobby Hart were the initial musical supervisors and songwriters for The Monkees television show. They produced their first recordings before Don Kirshner stepped in. The Duo went on to ave their own pop career and succeeded in aving three top ten hits and three successful albums. This is a selective track tribute to the duo that briefly were the American Lennon & McCartney. Als...

The Who are one of the most dynamic bands in rock. We are going to listen to select tracks from their 60 plus years career. They are currently completing their final tour across North America. This is our tribute to the band.  Also... If you would, please make a donation of love and hope to St. Jude Children's Hospital Make an impact on the lives of St. Jude kids - St. Jude Children’s Researc...

Eric Clapton has had a Journeyman's career in music. He began as a Blues prodigy during the British Invasion with The Yardbirds. e refined is Blues technique with John Mayall and his Bluesbreakers. And then he created the premiere Psychedelic band, Cream. He joined forces with Steve Winwood and formed Blind Faith. Then he humbly was a sideman for Delaney and Bonnie... all within the space of...

This is a tribute to two unique artists, Terry Reid and Dave Edmunds. both are Journeymen in rock, and both have made distinguishing impressions musically over 6 decades. To help Terry Reid's family, please make a donation to their GoFundMe account at..  https://gofund.me/012e6e05  Also... If you would, please make a donation of love and hope to St. Jude Children's Hospital Make an impac...

This is a special tribute to Ozzy Osbourne. These are select tracks from his solo career, including live and studio tracks. This is our send off with love for our musical Icon.  Also... If you would, please make a donation of love and hope to St. Jude Children's Hospital Make an impact on the lives of St. Jude kids - St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital (stjude.org) Other Items of Interest:...

This is the American portion of te two Live Aid concerts. This sow took place at JFK Stadium in Philadelphia, also on July 13, 1985. It was a full day of music and some surprising reunions. Please give to The Band Aid Charitable Trust Also... If you would, please make a donation of love and hope to St. Jude Children's Hospital Make an impact on the lives of St. Jude kids - St. Jude Children’s...

This Summer marks the 40th anniversary of the most ambitious and successful benefit concerts for the purpose of aiding war-torn refugees from the nation of Ethiopia. Two concerts were organized by singer Bob Geldof; one at Wembley Stadium in London, and the other in JFK Stadium in Philadelphia. This episode features select performances from the Wembley Show.  The Live Aid charity is still active t...

Pete Best will always be known as the man who was ejected by The Beatles right as they were about to be become globally famous. He has become the analogy for rejection and missed opportunities. However, Pete did create his own music and his recent group, The Pete Best band released some very good music. These are some select tracks from a man that musically has redeemed himself. We will also liste...

Sylvester Stewart aka Sly Stone, was an innovator and a musical prodigy. He successfully merged rock and soul music and created a new sound and genre. War was the soundtrack to every urban neighborhood in the early to mid 1970s. Both Sly Stone and War gave voice to the unheard. We pay tribute to Sly Stone. If you would, please make a donation of love and hope to St. Jude Children's Hospital M...

The Creation and The Attack were two great underground English bands that were transitional musically from Freakbeat music to Psychedelia.  Listen to previous shows at the main webpage at: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1329053 Also, these sites of interest: Please help in the relief effort to help the people of Los Angeles who have been affected by those horrific fires.  Please consider making a dona...

in the 1960's, The Bee Gees became a top draw commercially in both Europe and America. Their sound was similar in vocal style to The Beatles, and they later became one of the best-selling groups of all time. Though the 1970s Disco era gave the band a second life, it's the symphonic pop sounds of the 1960s that first established the band as an important entity.  Listen to previous shows a...

This episode spotlights the great Canadian band The Guess Who. led by Burton Cummings and Randy Bachman, the group played pop with a blend of blues and jazz. They established their sound in the hard rock genre and had many top ten hits in America and Canada.  Listen to previous shows at the main webpage at: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1329053 Also, these sites of interest: Please help in the relief...

This episode features Jesse Colin Young and The Youngbloods along with the Los Angeles band The Peanut Butter Conspiracy. Both bands recorded psychedelic pop and later went into a country rock direction. The Youngbloods are known for their massive 1967 hit single, "Get Together". It was one of te unofficial anthems of the Summer of Love and as been featured on many movie soundtracks, lik...

This is a tribute to the late Larry Tamblyn and The Standells, along with Paul Revere & The Raiders. Both bands were the American response to the British Invasion. Both bands also instigated the origins of Punk Rock and Garage Rock. They are both American classics. Please help in the relief effort to help the people of Los Angeles who have been affected by those horrific fires.  Please conside...

This is a special tribute to the psychedelic balladeer Donovan. These are select tracks from his transitional and transcendental phase of his career. Please help in the relief effort to help the people of Los Angeles who have been affected by those horrific fires.  Please consider making a donation to The Red Cross to find shelter, clean drinking water and other necessities that are desperately ne...

One of the best pairings in rock occurred when vocalist Julie Driscoll collaborated with keyboardist Brian Auger and created a unique sound that blended rock, jazz and soul. They stood out musically from other acts of the psychedelic era. These are select tracks from this union. Please help in the relief effort to help the people of Los Angeles who have been affected by those horrific fires.  Plea...

This is a special tribute to Marianne Faithful. She was the Iconic singer/model/actress of the 1960s.  Please help in the relief effort to help the people of Los Angeles who have been affected by those horrific fires.  Please consider making a donation to The Red Cross to find shelter, clean drinking water and other necessities that are desperately needed. got to http://www.redcross.org to make a...

This episode is a tribute to the late keyboardist Mike Ratledge. He and is band The Soft Machine and contemporary band Caravan, were a part of the "Canterbury Scene" in Canterbury, England, a collection of bands that were inspired by rock, jazz and classical styles, and did extensive improvisation. These are select tracks from both bands. Please help in the relief effort to help the peop...

Two American bands managed to have success during The British Invasion led by The Beatles. Tommy James & The Shondells and The Lovin' Spoonful had several Top 10 hits in America, while transforming te idea of pop radio. These are select tracks by both bands. Please help in the relief effort to help the people of Los Angeles who have been affected by those horrific fires.  Please consider...

Peter Paul & Mary were the first folk act to gain mainstream success. They played songs with contemporary themes and reached a younger audience than their contemporaries did. The were also the first act to cover a Bob Dylan song. We pay tribute to Peter Yarrow who passed away this week. The mamas & The Papas were dysfunctional group of people that sang great harmonies together. Jon Phillip...

The Zombies and Manfred Mann had two distinct sounds that differed from the rest of the British Invasion bands. The Zombies incorporated a jazz influence and expanded their sound further during the Psychedelic age. Manfred Mann found success when they began writing their own pop songs in place of te blues standards they covered. Both bands were active recently and have a great catalog of music. Ma...

The Doors remain one of the most unique and mysterious bands of all time. The had an original sound with a mercurial lead singer, Jim Morrison. These are select tracks that showcase the originality and complexity of their music. Make an impact on the lives of St. Jude kids - St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital (stjude.org) Also: Kathy Bushnell Website for Emily Muff band Home | Kathy Bushnell |...

Two American Bands broke out in 1968 with a harder driving sound than most other bands of the time. Steppenwolf had commercial success when their music was featured in the movie "Easy Rider". Bubble Puppy came from Texas and they brought a harder sound than other Texas psychedelic bands and did gain a Top 20 hit with "Hot Smoke and Sassafras". These are select tracks from both...