EPYSODE 62: "Crazy Horse Roads" by Stained Glass.

Guest: Stained Glass drummer Dennis Carrasco.

Additional commentary by Uncle Herff.

This week we trace the winding, electric path of Stained Glass through their powerful and often-overlooked 1970 album "Crazy Horse Roads", a burst of psychedelic energy from a band caught in the shifting tides of the West Coast scene.

With exclusive commentary from original drummer Dennis Carrasco, we explore the album’s varied styles, a stark evolution from their earlier, harmony-rich garage-psych sound. We dive into the tracks and the story as Carrasco offers rare insight into the band’s creative crossroads.

Recorded as the psychedelic '60s gave way to the introspective '70s, this album is an underrated gem that is deserving of more attention.

I hope you dig "Crazy Horse Roads" as much as I do.

- Farmer John

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===THE MUSIC===

Songs used in this Epysode, in order of appearance. Here's a link to a Spotify playlist for all the tracks featured.

*denotes track is not available on Spotify:

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/00iIL9mL8e61OeZIsB3kPy?si=e1051904fe8241c4

MU "Ain't No Blues"

LINK WRAY “Jack The Ripper”

*THE TROLLS “Walkin’ Shoes”

STAINED GLASS “If I Needed Someone”

STAINED GLASS “We Got A Long Way To Go”

STAINED GLASS “A Scene In Between”

STAINED GLASS "I Sing You Sing"

STAINED GLASS "Finger Painting"

STAINED GLASS "Soap And Turkey"

STAINED GLASS "Twiddle My Thumbs"

STAINED GLASS "Fahrenheit"

STAINED GLASS "Nightcap"

STAINED GLASS "Horse On Me"

STAINED GLASS "Two Make One"

STAINED GLASS "Light Down Below"

STAINED GLASS "Piggy Back Ride And The Camel"

STAINED GLASS "Doomsday"

*STAINED GLASS “Mad Lynn Ball”

*STAINED GLASS “A Common Thief”

*STAINED GLASS “Inca Treasure”

COPPERHEAD “They’re Making A Monster”

JEFFERSON STARSHIP “Jane”

DENNIS CARRASCO “Thunder Bay”

??MYSTERY ARTIST?? Tune in next week to find out...

NEWPORT ELECTRIC "El Dorado's Gold"

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EPYSODE 61: "MU" by MU.

Guest: Merrell Fankhauser.

Additional commentary by Uncle Herff.

This week we journey into the cosmic unknown with "MU" , the cult 1971 debut album from Merrell Fankhauser’s post-H.M.S. Bounty band, formed with ex-Captain Beefheart guitarist Jeff Cotton (aka Antennae Jimmy Semens).

With exclusive commentary from Merrell himself, we uncover the origins of the band’s name (a nod to the mythical lost continent of MU), the spiritual inspiration behind the tracks, and the band’s eventual migration to Maui in search of metaphysical truth and better vibes.

Blending desert blues, psychedelic folk, and exploratory jam-rock, "MU"  is a hidden gem of the early ’70s underground, one that has quietly influenced generations of psych-heads, crate-diggers, and cosmic seekers.

If you’ve ever wondered what happens when acoustic blues, psychedelia, and esoteric mysticism collide, this epysode is your portal.

I hope you dig "MU" as much as I do.

- Farmer John

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===THE MUSIC===

Songs used in this Epysode, in order of appearance. Here's a link to a Spotify playlist for all the tracks featured.

( *denotes track is not available on Spotify):

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7zoCf4Tjkj8zhV9vprdg6R?si=31718efdba754015

MERRELL FANKHAUSER AND H.M.S. BOUNTY “Things (Goin’ Round In My Mind)”

MERRELL & THE EXILES “Tomorrow’s Girl”

CAPTAIN BEEFHEART & HIS MAGIC BAND “Son Of A Mirror Man - Mere Man”

CAPTAIN BEEFHEART & HIS MAGIC BAND “Moonlight On Vermont”

CAPTAIN BEEFHEART & HIS MAGIC BAND “My Human Gets Me Blues”

MU "Ain't No Blues"

MU "Ballad Of Brother Lew"

MU "Blue Form"

MU "Interlude"

MU "Nobody Wants To Shine"

MU "Eternal Thirst"

MU "Too Naked For Demetrius"

MU "Mumbella Baye Tu La"

MU "The Clouds Went That Way"

*MU “Land Of Mu”

*MU “Make A Joyful Noise”

MERRELL FANKHAUSER “The Wind Cries Maui”

MERRELL FANKHAUSER “Dharmic Connection”

MERRELL FANKHAUSER “On Our Way To Hana”

HARRY NILSSON “Joy”

*MERRELL FANKHAUSER & WILLIE NELSON “Wipe Out” (Live)

*MERRELL FANKHAUSER “California Cosmic Jam”

??MYSTERY ARTIST?? Tune in next week to find out...

NEWPORT ELECTRIC "So It Goes"

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EPYSODE 60: "Things!" by Merrell Fankhauser & H.M.S. Bounty.

Guest: Merrell Fankhauser.

Additional commentary by Uncle Herff.

This week we resurrect one of the most intriguing and overlooked gems of the psychedelic era: "Things!", the lone LP by Merrell Fankhauser and H.M.S. Bounty.

With exclusive commentary from Merrell himself, we journey through the album’s sun-soaked melodies, acid-drenched lyrics, and fuzzed-out textures that reflect California’s transition from surf rock innocence to psychedelic introspection. Hear the backstory behind the tracks plus tales from the band’s brief brush with fame.

We explore how Fankhauser’s surf and folk-rock pedigree (The Impacts, Fapardokly) evolved into something stranger and more visionary, making "Things! " a cult classic among garage-psych collectors and psychedelic historians alike.

Whether you’re a crate-digger, lysergic listener, or new to the psych-pop underground, this epysode is a front-row seat to the making of a lost masterpiece.

I hope you dig "Things!" as much as I do.

- Farmer John

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===THE MUSIC===

Songs used in this Epysode, in order of appearance. Here's a link to a Spotify playlist for all the tracks featured:

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1iWlPhXKF0MZB7xMGUpjQB?si=cf7688c8e1a9444b

JOHN KONGOS "He's Gonna Step On You Again"

THE IMPACTS “Revellion”

THE IMPACTS “Wipe Out"

MERRELL & THE EXILES “Can’t We Get Along”

MERRELL & THE EXILES “Run Baby Run”

MERRELL & THE EXILES “Tomorrow’s Girl”

FAPARDOKLY “Mr. Clock”

FAPARDOKLY “Lila”

FAPARDOKLY “Gone To Pot”

MERRELL FANKHAUSER & H.M.S. BOUNTY "Things (Goin' Round In My Mind)

MERRELL FANKHAUSER & H.M.S. BOUNTY "Girl (I'm Waiting For You)

MERRELL FANKHAUSER & H.M.S. BOUNTY "What Does She See In You"

MERRELL FANKHAUSER & H.M.S. BOUNTY "Lost In The City"

MERRELL FANKHAUSER & H.M.S. BOUNTY "Your Painted Lives"

MERRELL FANKHAUSER & H.M.S. BOUNTY "Drivin' Sideways (Down A One Way Street)"

MERRELL FANKHAUSER & H.M.S. BOUNTY "In A Minute Not Too Soon"

MERRELL FANKHAUSER & H.M.S. BOUNTY "A Visit With Ashiya"

MERRELL FANKHAUSER & H.M.S. BOUNTY "The Big Gray Sky"

MERRELL FANKHAUSER & H.M.S. BOUNTY "Rich Man's Fable"

MERRELL FANKHAUSER & H.M.S. BOUNTY "Ice Cube Island"

MERRELL FANKHAUSER & H.M.S. BOUNTY "Madame Silky"

MERRELL FANKHAUSER & H.M.S. BOUNTY "I'm Flying Home"

MERRELL FANKHAUSER “Tampa Run”

MU "Mumbella Baye Tu La"

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EPYSODE 59: "Kongos" by John Kongos.

Guest: John Kongos.

Additional commentary by Uncle Herff.

This week we drop the needle on "Kongos", the 1972 cult-favourite album that fused glam rock, African rhythms, early sampling, and psychedelic textures long before such mashups became the norm.

With exclusive commentary from John Kongos, we explore the bold studio experimentation behind tracks like “He’s Gonna Step on You Again”, a UK Top 5 hit that famously used tape loops and tribal drums, influencing artists from Happy Mondays to U2.

Kongos shares firsthand stories about working with producer Gus Dudgeon (Elton John), the intense sessions at Trident Studios, and how the album’s futuristic sound puzzled critics but built a cult following that still grows today.

This is a deep-dive into one of the most forward-thinking albums of the era...one that sounds as vital now as it did over 50 years ago.

I hope you dig "Kongos" as much as I do.

- Farmer John

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===AIR OARS END O'MISHUNS===

In Uncle Herff's commentary, he mentioned the Kongos album being released on the Dawn label. John's first album "Confusions About a Goldfish" was released on Dawn, but "Kongos" was released on Fly. No goldfish were harmed in this minor faux pas.

===THE MUSIC===

Songs used in this Epysode, in order of appearance. Here's a link to a Spotify playlist for all the tracks featured

( *denotes track is not available on Spotify):

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/03Hc0ElOSr7zerfpLArswj?si=0c7745a5dafb4a61

WILLIE NILE "Vagabond Moon"

TOMMY STEELE “Rock With The Caveman”

CHET ATKINS “Mr. Sandman”

ARTISTS AGAINST APARTHEID “Sun City”

THE G-MEN “Campbell’s Rock”

*JOHNNY KONGOS & THE G-MEN “Cruel Sea”

JOHNNY KONGOS & THE G-MEN “It’s All Over Now”

JOHNNY KONGOS “Little Boy Cryin’”

JOHN T. KONGOS “I Love Mary”

FLORIBUNDA ROSE “Linda Loves Linda”

SCRUGG “Lavender Popcorn”

DALIAH LAVI “Oh, wann kommst du?”

JOHN KONGOS “Confusions About A Goldfish”

JOHN KONGOS “Blood”

JOHN KONGOS “Amendment To Confusions About A Goldfish”

JOHN KONGOS “Seat By The Window”

DAVID BOWIE “The Laughing Gnome”

ELTON JOHN “Your Song”

JOHN KONGOS "Tokoloshe Man"

JOHN KONGOS "Jubilee Cloud"

JOHN KONGOS "Gold"

JOHN KONGOS "Lift Me From The Ground"

JOHN KONGOS "Come On Down Jesus"

JOHN KONGOS "I Would Have Had A Good Time"

STEPHEN STILLS "Love The One You're With"

JOHN KONGOS "Try To Touch Just One"

RALPH McTELL "Streets Of London"

JOHN KONGOS "Tomorrow I'll Go"

JOHN KONGOS "He's Gonna Step On You Again"

JOHN KONGOS “Higher Than God’s Hat”

*JOHN KONGOS “Ride The Lightning”

JOHN KONGOS “I’m Dreaming”

*JOHN KONGOS “Blind Date”

THE HAPPY MONDAYS “Step On”

JOHN KONGOS “Nature’s Game”

KONGOS “I Am Not Me”

??MYSTERY ARTIST?? Tune in next week to find out...

NEWPORT ELECTRIC "If Wishes Were Horses"

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EPYSODE 58: "Willie Nile", by Willie Nile.

Guest: Willie Nile.

Additional commentary by Uncle Herff.

This week we spotlight the electric, poetic debut of Willie Nile, whose 1980 self-titled album emerged straight from the streets of New York’s post-punk underground and instantly drew comparisons to Dylan, Springsteen, and Lou Reed.

With exclusive commentary from Willie himself, we revisit the making of this cult classic, recorded in the heart of Manhattan during a time when punk grit met folk wisdom. From the raw energy of “Vagabond Moon” to the street-lit soul of “That’s the Reason,” Nile reflects on the scenes and sounds that shaped his early songs.

Discovered by Clive Davis and praised by The Who, this album remains a landmark for fans of literate rock 'n' roll. Whether you're discovering it for the first time or dropping the needle again, this epysode captures the urgency and charm of an artist who’s never stopped chasing truth through song. Spoiler alert: he's still going strong. His newest album may be his best...

I hope you dig "Willie Nile" as much as I do.

- Farmer John

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===LINKS===

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https://www.willienile.com

===THE MUSIC===

Songs used in this Epysode, in order of appearance. Here's a link to a Spotify playlist for all the tracks featured :

 https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2sQoDlLmDaWVwdl09nL5k4?si=cb13ab47c0ee49f1

QUILL "Thumbnail Screwdriver"

WILLIE NILE "God Laughs"

WILLIE NILE "Life On Bleecker Street"

BUDDY HOLLY & THE CRICKETS “Peggy Sue”

THE BEATLES “I Want To Hold Your Hand”

THE WHO “Can’t Explain”

TELEVISION “Marquee Moon”

TALKING HEADS “Psycho Killer”

ROBERT PALMER “Addicted To Love”

WILLIE NILE "Vagabond Moon"

WILLIE NILE "Dear Lord"

WILLIE NILE "It's All Over"

WILLIE NILE "Across The River"

THE ROLLING STONES “Shattered”

THE ROLLING STONES “She’s So Cold”

WILLIE NILE "She's So Cold"

PATTI SMITH GROUP “Because The Night”

WILLIE NILE "I'm Not Waiting"

WILLIE NILE "That's The Reason"

WILLIE NILE "They'll Build A Statue Of You"

WILLIE NILE "Old Men Sleeping On The Bowery"

WILLIE NILE "Behind The Cathedral"

WILLIE NILE "Sing Me A Song"

WILLIE NILE “I Like The Way”

WILLIE NILE “Rite Of Spring”

WILLIE NILE “Heaven Help The Lonely”

WILLIE NILE “Streets Of New York”

WILLIE NILE “Children Of Paradise”

WILLIE NILE “An Irish Goodbye”

WILLIE NILE “One Guitar”

??MYSTERY ARTIST?? Tune in next week to find out...

NEWPORT ELECTRIC "Bad Idea"

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EPYSODE 57: "Quill" by Quill.

Guest: Quill band member Phil Thayer.

Additional commentary from Uncle Herff.

This week we spin the self-titled 1970 debut album by Quill, the Boston-based psychedelic rock band best known for opening day 2 of Woodstock and then seemingly vanishing into the mist of rock history.

Featuring exclusive commentary from Phil Thayer, Quill's multi-instrumentalist, we dive into the stories behind the band’s brief but electric rise, their unique fusion of psych, prog, and theatrical performance, and why their album never got the recognition it deserved...despite being on a major label.

Whether you're a crate-digging psych-rock obsessive or discovering Quill for the first time, this deep dive is your backstage pass into one of rock’s most fascinating "what could’ve been" stories.

I hope you dig "Quill" as much as I do.

- Farmer John

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WmbfcDl7PsU&list=RDWmbfcDl7PsU&start_radio=1

===THE MUSIC===

Songs used in this Epysode, in order of appearance. Here's a link to a Spotify playlist for all the tracks featured

( *denotes track is not available on Spotify):

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*B.J. COLE "The Regal Progression"

CREEDENCE CLEARWATER REVIVAL “Born On The Bayou” (live)

BENNY GOODMAN & HIS ORCHESTRA “Sing, Sing, Sing”

MOZART “Clarinet Concerto In A Major”

THE ROLLING STONES “Come On”

CREAM “Sunshine Of Your Love”

BLUE CHEER “Parchment Farm”

SANTANA “Soul Sacrifice” (live)

*QUILL “Waiting For You” (live)

*THE HOLLOW PINES “I Wish I Was At Woodstock”

QUILL "Thumbnail Screwdriver"

QUILL "The Tube Exuding"

QUILL "They Live The Life"

QUILL "BBY"

QUILL "Yellow Butterfly"

QUILL "Too Late"

QUILL "Shrieking Finally"

??MYSTERY ARTIST?? Tune in next week to find out...

NEWPORT ELECTRIC "If Wishes Were Horses"

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EPYSODE 56: "The New Hovering Dog" by B.J. Cole.

Guest: B.J. Cole.

Additional commentary by my twin brother Maurice.

This week we explore the adventurous 1972 solo album from legendary pedal steel guitarist BJ Cole. Known for his groundbreaking work with artists like Elton John, David Gilmour, and John Cale, he fused progressive rock, country, and experimental textures into one of the most unique records of the early ’70s.

With exclusive commentary from BJ himself, we uncover the inspirations, studio sessions, and collaborations that brought this cult classic to life. From its dazzling pedal steel work to its eclectic songwriting, this album remains a hidden gem for vinyl collectors and prog-country enthusiasts alike.

I hope you dig "The New Hovering Dog" as much as I do.

- Farmer John

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===LINKS===

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https://bjcole.co.uk

Brother Shaw’s YouTube video discussing lap steel vs. pedal steel guitars:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wgp2TfSU6_k

I used a portion of this clip from the “Read To Me” series. This installment is for Franz Kafka’s “Investigations Of A Dog”

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GoSWBkb0tjc

I used a portion of Rick Beato’s video discussing “Tiny Dancer” from his “What Makes This Song Great” series:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dijrGXvSS-g&list=RDdijrGXvSS-g&start_radio=1

===THE MUSIC===

Songs used in this Epysode, in order of appearance. There is no Spotify playlist for this Epysode as the featured album is not available.

WISHBONE ASH "The King Will Come"

BUCK OWENS "Together Again"

THE SHADOWS "Man Of Mystery"

THE SHADOWS "Apache"

BARNEY KESSEL "Heat Wave"

MERLE TRAVIS "Guitar Rag"

SANTO & JOHNNY "Sleep Walk"

PETE DRAKE "Forever"

MESSIAEN "Quartet For The End Of Time"

ALBERT LEE "Lay Lady Lay"

WILLIE NELSON "Night Life"

THE YARDBIRDS "Heart Full Of Soul"

THE FLYING BURRITO BROTHERS "Sin City"

COCHISE "Moment And The End"

COCHISE "Axiom Of Maria"

MICK GRABHAM "Let It All Down"

NICK DRAKE "Way To Blue"

BJ COLE "The Regal Progression"

BJ COLE "The Cold Mountain Mariner"

BJ COLE "Now You See Them, Now You Don't"

BJ COLE "Up On The Hill Where They Do Do The Boogie"

BJ COLE "You're Probably Lost"

BJ COLE "Five Pieces For Steel Guitar & Percussion"

BJ COLE "I Know Now"

BJ COLE "The East Winchley Tango"

ELTON JOHN "Tiny Dancer"

NAZARETH "Country Girl"

TRAPEZE "Coast To Coast"

JOAN ARMATRADING "Down To Zero"

THE VERVE "The Drugs Don't Work"

JERRY DAVID DeCICCA "Morning Locket"

BJ COLE "Window On The Deep"

TERRY REID "Faith To Arise"

??MYSTERY ARTIST?? Tune in next week to find out...

NEWPORT ELECTRIC "If Wishes Were Horses"

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EPYSODE 55: "Argus" by Wishbone Ash.

Guest: Wishbone Ash band leader Andy Powell.

Additional commentary by Uncle Herff.

This week we revisit "Argus", the landmark third album by Wishbone Ash. Widely regarded as one of the greatest classic rock albums of all time, it defined the twin-lead guitar sound and blended progressive rock, hard rock, and folk influences into a timeless masterpiece.

With exclusive commentary from guitarist Andy Powell, we explore the creative process behind the album, the band’s unique dual-guitar harmonies, and how this record earned its place as Melody Maker’s Album of the Year in 1972. From “The King Will Come” to “Blowin’ Free,” discover the stories and legacy behind one of the most influential rock records of the ’70s.

I hope you dig "Argus" as much as I do.

- Farmer John

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===LINKS===

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https://www.wishboneashofficial.com

I used a portion of this interview with Martin Turner:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sgcjXjyE1kY

===THE MUSIC===

Songs used in this Epysode, in order of appearance. Here's a link to a Spotify playlist for all the tracks featured ( *denotes track is not available on Spotify):

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5dvd2t0Lt8pTc0wwjJUVx0?si=96728248d6c24ec7

TROYKA "Dear Margaret"

CHUCK BERRY “No Particular Place To Go"

THE SHADOWS “Apache”

SAM & DAVE “Hold On, I’m Coming”

*THE EMPTY VESSELS “My Son John”

THE POLICE “Roxanne”

FLEETWOOD MAC “Oh Well (Part 1)”

THE BEATLES “Martha My Dear”

DEEP PURPLE “Hush”

ERIC WEISSBERG & STEVE MANDELL “Duelling Banjos”

THE WHO “Won’t Get Fooled Again”

WISHBONE ASH “Errors Of My Way”

WISHBONE ASH “Blind Eye”

WISHBONE ASH “The Pilgrim”

WISHBONE ASH “Valediction”

WISHBONE ASH "Time Was"

WISHBONE ASH "Sometime World"

WISHBONE ASH "Blowin' Free"

WISHBONE ASH ''The King Will Come"

WISHBONE ASH "Leaf And Stream"

WISHBONE ASH "Warrior"

WISHBONE ASH "Throw Down The Sword"

DAVID BOWIE “Ziggy Stardust”

WISHBONE ASH “Jail Bait” (live)

WISHBONE ASH “Everybody Needs A Friend”

WISHBONE ASH “Sorrel”

HOME “Time Passes By”

WISHBONE ASH “Persephone”

WISHBONE ASH “The Ring”

WISHBONE ASH “Back In The Day”

??MYSTERY ARTIST?? Tune in next week to find out...

NEWPORT ELECTRIC "El Dorado's Gold"

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EPYSODE 54: "Troyka" by Troyka.

Guest: Troyka guitarist Robert Edwards.

Additional commentary by Uncle Herff.

This week we dive deep into the self-titled 1970 album "Troyka", a rare Canadian psych-rock masterpiece that blends heavy fuzz, experimental jazz touches, and Eastern European influences. We explore the band’s origins, unique sound, and legacy, with exclusive insights from guitarist Robert Edwards, who shares behind-the-scenes stories from the recording sessions and life in Edmonton’s underground rock scene. Whether you’re a crate-digging vinyl collector or a psych-rock enthusiast, this epysode shines a spotlight on one of Canada’s most intriguing forgotten albums.

I hope you dig "Troyka" as much as I do.

- Farmer John

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===THE MUSIC===

Songs used in this Epysode, in order of appearance. Here's a link to a Spotify playlist for all the tracks featured ( *denotes track is not available on Spotify):

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BLOSSOM TOES "Indian Summer"

THE VENTURES “Walk Don’t Run”

*THE ROYAL FAMILY “I Told A Lie”

*THE ROYAL FAMILY “Solitude”

THE HAUNTED “1-2-5”

LITTLE ANTHONY & THE IMPERIALS “Goin’ Out Of My Head”

THE VELVET UNDERGROUND “Sweet Jane”

TROYKA "Introduction"

TROYKA "Natural"

TROYKA "Early Morning"

TROYKA "Life's O.K."

TROYKA "Burning Of The Witch"

TROYKA "Rub-A-Dub Dub Troyka In A Tub"

TROYKA "Troyka Lament"

TROYKA "Rolling Down The Back Road"

TROYKA "Berry Picking"

TROYKA "Dear Margaret"

TROYKA "Go East Young Man Beautiful Pink Eyes"

TROYKA "Troyka Finale"

*TROYKA "Wedding Song"

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NEWPORT ELECTRIC "If Wishes Were Horses"

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EPYSODE 53: "If Only For A Moment" by Blossom Toes.

Guest: Blossom Toes guitarist Jim Cregan.

Additional commentary by Uncle Herff.

This week we dive deep into "If Only For a Moment " (1969), the cult-favorite psychedelic rock masterpiece from Blossom Toes. Joining us is guitarist Jim Cregan, who shares rare, behind-the-scenes stories about the making of the album, the band’s evolution from baroque pop to heavier rock, and how the record fits into the late-60s psychedelic movement. Whether you’re a long-time fan or discovering Blossom Toes for the first time, this conversation brings new life to one of the era’s most overlooked albums.

I hope you dig "If Only For A Moment" as much as I do.

- Farmer John

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Read an article I wrote for Psychedelic Scene Magazine about this album here:

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===THE MUSIC===

Songs used in this Epysode, in order of appearance. Here's a link to a Spotify playlist for all the tracks featured ( *denotes track is not available on Spotify):

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2FeFu3VbQ9MjCmBvqoZJTu?si=ee265faaf3414b86

JEANNIE PIERSOL "Gladys"

*THE CHEYNES (track title unkown)

CHUCK BERRY “Ingo"

THE INGOES “Fast Eddie”

THE INGOES “I Don’t Want You”

SONNY BOY WILLIAMSON II & THE YARDBIRDS “Take It Easy Baby”

THE MULDOONS “Lost Without You”

THE VENTURES "Walk Don't Run"

THE INGOES “Au Secours”

THE INGOES “Se non Mi Aiuti Tu”

BLOSSOM TOES “The Intrepid Baloonist’s Handbook, Vol. 1”

BLOSSOM TOES “Mr. Watchmaker”

BLOSSOM TOES “Look At Me, I’m You”

BLOSSOM TOES “Postcard”

BLOSSOM TOES "Peace Loving Man"

BLOSSOM TOES "Kiss Of Confusion"

BLOSSOM TOES "Listen To The Silence"

BLOSSOM TOES "Love Bomb"

BLOSSOM TOES "Billy Boo The Gunman"

BLOSSOM TOES "Indian Summer"

BLOSSOM TOES "Just Above My Hobby Horse's Head"

BLOSSOM TOES "Wait A Minute"

B.B. BLUNDER “Go Have Yourself A Good Time”

B.B. BLUNDER “New Day”

*CENTIPEDE “Septober Energy”

*MIRAGE “King’s Head”

FULL MONTE “Spark In The Dark”

STUD "Sail On"

STEVE HARLEY & COCKNEY REBEL “Make Me Smile (Come Up And See Me)”

ROD STEWART “Passion”

ROD STEWART “Tonight I’m Yours”

ROD STEWART “The Best Days Of My Life”

GLASS TIGER feat. ROD STEWART “My Town”

ROD STEWART “Forever Young”

ROD STEWART “Handbags And Gladrags” (live)

ROD STEWART “Young Turks”

THE LONDON QUIREBOYS “7 O’Clock”

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NEWPORT ELECTRIC "One Of A Million"

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