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In an April 1967 Penthouse article, the author reflects on Andy Warhol’s enigmatic persona after spending an afternoon at The Factory. Warhol, a key figure in pop art, blends artistic creativity with ambivalence. The piece highlights his evolution from painting…
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Limey & The Yanks, formed in 1965 in Garden Grove, gained attention on the Sunset Strip and released their first single, “Guaranteed Love.” However, their follow-up, “Out Of Sight, Out Of Mind,” failed to secure their breakthrough despite promising unreleased…
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Bohemian Vendetta was a Long Island band that emerged in the 1960s, initially as The Bohemians. Their second single, “Riddles & Fairytales,” released by Mainstream Records in 1968, featured psychedelic rock with limited radio play. Despite their talent, lack of…
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Bill Soden’s 1967 single, featuring ‘An Echo In Your Mind’ and the B-side ‘Rainy Day’, showcases his talent as an obscure singer/songwriter. Although he released several tracks in the late 1960s, he remains largely unrecognised. ‘Rainy Day’ features a haunting…
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The magazine reviews several singles from September and October 1967, highlighting varied musical styles and performances. Positive remarks are made for tracks from Gilbert Green, The Supremes, Procol Harum, and Jefferson Airplane, while criticism targets Georgie Fame and Davy Jones’…
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The November 1967 music reviews highlight a range of singles, with varied opinions on their impact. Ramsey Lewis’s rendition of “Dancing In The Streets” stands out, while The Tremeloes’ “Be Mine” disappoints. Other notable mentions include Alan Price’s emotionally charged…
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The December 1967 magazine reviews highlight a variety of music releases, praising The Beatles’ “I Am The Walrus” for its depth, critiquing Diana Ross and the Supremes’ “In And Out Of Love” as disappointing, and celebrating The Herd’s energetic “Paradise…
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This January 1968 review highlights various music releases, praising The Spencer Davis Group’s “Mr. Second Class” as strong, while critiquing Marvin Gaye’s repetitive Motown output. The Who’s “Sell Out” is noted for its originality, and The Wildweeds’ track impresses. Overall,…
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The Lemon Fog, a Houston-based band active from 1967 to 1968, thrived in the psych-pop genre, known for their introspective sounds and innovative recordings. Their notable singles, ‘Theme For The Living Eye,’ ‘Summer,’ and ‘The Prisoner,’ showcased their unique style…
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The February 1968 edition of Intro magazine features reviews of various artists and their recent releases. Highlights include The Herd’s inventive LP “Paradise Lost,” Marvin Gaye’s exciting “You,” and the blues-infused sound of Fleetwood Mac. Other notable mentions are Tom…
