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Monocled Alchemist @monocledalchemist.bsky.social · 23h

Yeah, very fuzzy. This was their first single. I believe that they’re still going.

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The Jackets | Be Myself | (Voodoo Rhythm) 2017 monocledalchemist.com/2025/10/10/t... #garagepunk #fuzzguitar #thejackets #punkrock

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Monocled Alchemist @monocledalchemist.bsky.social · 4d

Brotherhood: Exploring 1968's Psychedelic Sound monocledalchemist.com/2025/10/07/b... #brotherhood #psychedelic #raiders #60s

Brotherhood: Exploring 1968's Psychedelic Sound

Brotherhood, formed in mid-1967, released their self-titled debut album in 1968 after overcoming legal disputes. Their music blends various genres, highlighted by the psychedelic track "Doin' The Righ...

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Monocled Alchemist @monocledalchemist.bsky.social · 17d

The Rise and Fall of Mike Stuart Span: A 60s Rock Retrospective monocledalchemist.com/2025/09/25/m... #mikestuartspan #leviathan #ukpsych #psychedelic

The Rise and Fall of Mike Stuart Span: A 60s Rock Retrospective

The Mike Stuart Span's story, detailed by John Reed, reflects the struggles of a 60s British rock band transitioning to Leviathan. Despite initial hope and recording deals, the band faced setbacks, in...

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Monocled Alchemist @monocledalchemist.bsky.social · Sep 7

Dylanisms | Podcast Mixes Celebrating Bob Dylan Cover Versions monocledalchemist.com/2025/08/30/d... #bobdylan #dylancovers #dylanisms

Dylanisms | Podcast Mixes Celebrating Bob Dylan Cover Versions

"Dylanisms" is a podcast project featuring a 10-song mix of Bob Dylan covers, primarily from the 1960s, highlighting lesser-known artists including teenage garage bands. The project aims to celebrate ...

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Monocled Alchemist @monocledalchemist.bsky.social · Sep 6

The Left Banke | Walk Away Renee / Pretty Ballerina | (Smash) 1967 monocledalchemist.com/2025/08/28/t... vintage review of this groundbreaking LP #crawdaddy #leftbanke #baroque #baroquepop

The Left Banke | Walk Away Renee / Pretty Ballerina | (Smash) 1967

The article discusses The Left Banke’s album "Walk Away Renee/Pretty Ballerina," highlighting its unique blend of beautiful music influenced by Baroque, Romantic, and contemporary styles. It critiques...

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Monocled Alchemist @monocledalchemist.bsky.social · Sep 4

Country Joe And The Fish | Electric Music For Mind And Body | (Vanguard) 1967 monocledalchemist.com/2025/08/28/c... #countryjoe #crawdaddy #westcoast #sanfrancisco #acid #psychedelic #lpreview

Country Joe And The Fish | Electric Music For Mind And Body | (Vanguard) 1967

“Porpoise Mouth” from Country Joe And The Fish's 1967 album “Electric Music For Mind And Body” is reviewed as a unique auditory experience, distinct from traditional rock. It emphasizes a sensuous, im...

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Monocled Alchemist @monocledalchemist.bsky.social · Aug 31

The Younger Brothers | “Go Away” | (Wendy) 1967 monocledalchemist.com/2025/08/27/t... #youngerbrothers #60spsych #psychedelic

The Younger Brothers | “Go Away” | (Wendy) 1967

The Younger Brothers, a little-known band from Georgia, gained attention through their haunting song “Go Away,” released in 1967 on the Wendy label. Featured in the limited-edition "Brain Shadows" com...

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Monocled Alchemist @monocledalchemist.bsky.social · Aug 28

disraeli | What Will The New Day Bring? | (Mantra Records) 1967 monocledalchemist.com/2025/08/27/d... I’ve created a mix from my original Disraeli 45s #disraeli #psychedelic #60sunderground

disraeli | What Will The New Day Bring? | (Mantra Records) 1967

"Fragments" is a music mix series by The Monocled Alchemist featuring the little-known psychedelic group disraeli from Astoria, Oregon. Active between 1967 and 1970, they released four singles on Mant...

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Monocled Alchemist @monocledalchemist.bsky.social · Aug 27

The Merseys | Singles Released In 1968 monocledalchemist.com/2025/08/25/t... #themerseys #themerseybeats #60spop #psychedelic

The Merseys | Singles Released In 1968

In March and July 1968, the Merseys released two singles, "Penny In My Pocket" and "Lovely Loretta." Both songs received mixed reviews, indicating potential for chart success but requiring significant...

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Monocled Alchemist @monocledalchemist.bsky.social · Aug 25

An Interview With Paul Rothchild monocledalchemist.com/2025/08/25/a... #thedoors #lightmyfire #paulrothchild #60spsych #psychedelic #sixties #crawdaddy #elektra

An Interview With Paul Rothchild

In an interview from Crawdaddy!, Paul Rothchild discusses his work as the producer for The Doors. He highlights the unique musical techniques of guitarist Robbie Krieger, the group's creative process,...

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Monocled Alchemist @monocledalchemist.bsky.social · Aug 25

The Remains | Like A Rolling Stone | Live 1966 monocledalchemist.com/2025/08/24/t... #theremains #bobdylan #60sgarage #folkrock

The Remains | Like A Rolling Stone | Live 1966

The Remains, once a promising rock band, have disbanded after struggling with success despite their talent. Lead singer Barry Tashian and pianist Billy Briggs remain together, while members Vern Mille...

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Monocled Alchemist @monocledalchemist.bsky.social · Aug 24

The Doors | "Soul Kitchen" monocledalchemist.com/2025/08/24/t... #thedoors #soulkitchen #psychedelic #losangeles

The Doors | "Soul Kitchen"

The article discusses the significance of The Doors' song "Soul Kitchen," emphasizing their place in modern music. The author contrasts its emotional depth with Bob Dylan's "Blowin' in the Wind," sugg...

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Monocled Alchemist @monocledalchemist.bsky.social · Aug 20

The Rolling Stones | Between The Buttons | (London) 1967 monocledalchemist.com/2025/08/19/t... #rollingstones #albumreview #crawdaddy

The Rolling Stones | Between The Buttons | (London) 1967

The article reviews "Between The Buttons," an album by The Rolling Stones, highlighting its musical evolution and growth. It suggests that while other rock bands focus on imitation, the Stones, with t...

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Monocled Alchemist @monocledalchemist.bsky.social · Aug 19

Jefferson Airplane | Surrealistic Pillow | (RCA Victor) 1967 monocledalchemist.com/2025/08/18/j... #review #LP #albumreview #jeffersonairplane #westcoastpsych

Jefferson Airplane | Surrealistic Pillow | (RCA Victor) 1967

“Embryonic Journey” reflects on Jefferson Airplane's youthful essence compared to the Rolling Stones, highlighting their distinctive sound and influences. The article praises the band's complex, textu...

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Monocled Alchemist @monocledalchemist.bsky.social · Aug 16

The Dovers | Tim Granada Leads The Dovers monocledalchemist.com/2025/08/15/t... #thedovers #timgranada #folkrock #12string #janglyguitar

The Dovers | Tim Granada Leads The Dovers

Article published in El Rincon, Carpintera High School magazine | 02/12/65 The Dovers | Tim Granada Leads The Dovers | Tim Granada, leader and organiser

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Monocled Alchemist @monocledalchemist.bsky.social · Aug 11

Dylanisms | Podcast Mixes Celebrating Bob Dylan Cover Versions monocledalchemist.com/2025/08/11/d... #bobdylan #coverversions #dylan #folkrock #60pop

Dylanisms | Podcast Mixes Celebrating Bob Dylan Cover Versions

Episode 14 of "Dylanisms" features a 10-song mix of Bob Dylan cover versions, primarily from the 1960s. The podcast highlights both well-known and obscure artists, including teenage garage bands. It a...

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Monocled Alchemist @monocledalchemist.bsky.social · Aug 6

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THE CONCEPT | Rescuing vinyl records on death row from junk shops, charity shops, market stalls and local community hubs. Any interesting, obscure and bizarre items found and secured for budget price...

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Monocled Alchemist @monocledalchemist.bsky.social · Aug 6

The Kinks | Face To Face | (Reprise) 1966 monocledalchemist.com/2025/08/06/t... #thekinks #facetoface #albumreview #vinylcommunity #recordcollector

The Kinks | Face To Face | (Reprise) 1966

The article praises The Kinks' album "Face to Face," highlighting Ray Davies' unique songwriting and the band's musical synergy. It emphasizes the album's humor, emotional depth, and inventive style w...

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Monocled Alchemist @monocledalchemist.bsky.social · Aug 5

Dylanisms | Podcast Mixes Celebrating Bob Dylan Cover Versions monocledalchemist.com/2025/08/05/d... #bobdylan #coverversions #dylanisms #podcastmix

Dylanisms | Podcast Mixes Celebrating Bob Dylan Cover Versions

Episode 13 of the podcast "Dylanisms" celebrates cover versions of Bob Dylan's songs. The project features a mix of 10 tracks, mainly from the 1960s, including obscure artists and teenage garage bands...

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Monocled Alchemist @monocledalchemist.bsky.social · Aug 4

Dionne Warwick | Walk On By | (Pye International) 1964 monocledalchemist.com/2025/08/04/d... #dionnewarwick #walkonby #60spop #recordcollector #vinylcommunity #burtbacharach

Dionne Warwick | Walk On By | (Pye International) 1964

Dionne Warwick's "Walk On By," released in April 1964, showcases her distinctive vocal style and Burt Bacharach's impressive songwriting. Following the secretive release strategy to prevent covers, th...

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Monocled Alchemist @monocledalchemist.bsky.social · Aug 3

German pop magazine 'Musik Parade' with Crispian St Peters. #thepiedpiper #crispianstpeters #folkrock #60smagazine

Monocled Alchemist @monocledalchemist.bsky.social · Aug 3

Crispian St. Peters | The Pied Piper | (Decca) 1966 monocledalchemist.com/2025/08/03/c... #crispianstpeters #folkrock #piedpiper #recordcollector #vinylcommunity #1960s

Crispian St. Peters | The Pied Piper | (Decca) 1966

Crispian St. Peters, known for his hit "You Were On My Mind," returns with "The Pied Piper," which is praised for its catchy chorus and unique sound. Despite early criticism and claims of being a one-...

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Monocled Alchemist @monocledalchemist.bsky.social · Aug 2

David and Jonathan | Lovers Of The World Unite | (Columbia) 1966 monocledalchemist.com/2025/08/02/d... #davidandjonathan #folkrock #georgemartin #recordcollector #vinylcommunity

David and Jonathan | Lovers Of The World Unite | (Columbia) 1966

The review discusses David and Jonathan's single "Lovers Of The World Unite," highlighting its excellent vocal arrangements and catchy beat. Produced by George Martin, the track showcases commercial a...

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Monocled Alchemist @monocledalchemist.bsky.social · Aug 2

The Lovin' Spoonful | Hums Of The Lovin' Spoonful | (Kama Sutra) 1966 monocledalchemist.com/2025/08/02/t... #lovinspoonful #1966 #sixtiespop #musichistory #recordcollector #vinylcommunity

The Lovin' Spoonful | Hums Of The Lovin' Spoonful | (Kama Sutra) 1966

"Hums of the Lovin' Spoonful" showcases the band's familiar sound blending folk and electric elements. While enjoyable, the album exhibits a lack of artistic growth, particularly in tracks like "Lovin...

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