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Who was the proponent of LSD known for the slogan 'Turn on, tune in, and drop out'?
Who was the proponent of LSD known for the slogan 'Turn on, tune in, and drop out'?
- Albert Hoffman
- Syd Barrett
- Timothy Leary (correct)
- Chas Chandler
What book by Timothy Leary served as a guide to the experimental use of acid?
What book by Timothy Leary served as a guide to the experimental use of acid?
The Psychedelic Experience
What was an important feature of music in its role as a drug trip?
What was an important feature of music in its role as a drug trip?
Songs became longer and musical sounds more ambitious
Both the Beach Boys and the Beatles were signed to which U.S. record label?
Both the Beach Boys and the Beatles were signed to which U.S. record label?
All of the following musical features are found in 'Good Vibrations' EXCEPT:
All of the following musical features are found in 'Good Vibrations' EXCEPT:
Which two Beatles songs were released as a double A-sided single prior to 'Sgt. Pepper'?
Which two Beatles songs were released as a double A-sided single prior to 'Sgt. Pepper'?
Which Beach Boys album was released in place of 'SMiLE'?
Which Beach Boys album was released in place of 'SMiLE'?
Which Beatles album was the last studio album the band completed?
Which Beatles album was the last studio album the band completed?
Which group of friends organized psychedelic dances at ballrooms in San Francisco?
Which group of friends organized psychedelic dances at ballrooms in San Francisco?
All of the following were indications of the underground psychedelic movement's growth in San Francisco EXCEPT:
All of the following were indications of the underground psychedelic movement's growth in San Francisco EXCEPT:
All of the following were members of the Grateful Dead EXCEPT:
All of the following were members of the Grateful Dead EXCEPT:
Musically, 'White Rabbit' by Jefferson Airplane is based on:
Musically, 'White Rabbit' by Jefferson Airplane is based on:
The musicians in Big Brother and the Holding Company referred to their music as:
The musicians in Big Brother and the Holding Company referred to their music as:
Country Joe and the Fish served as a bridge for which two communities?
Country Joe and the Fish served as a bridge for which two communities?
All of the following were elements in the burgeoning London psychedelic movement EXCEPT:
All of the following were elements in the burgeoning London psychedelic movement EXCEPT:
What was the UFO?
What was the UFO?
Which member of Pink Floyd was replaced by Dave Gilmour?
Which member of Pink Floyd was replaced by Dave Gilmour?
Which Rolling Stones album featured the band members dressed in wizard outfits in a holographic image?
Which Rolling Stones album featured the band members dressed in wizard outfits in a holographic image?
All of the following were in the group Cream EXCEPT:
All of the following were in the group Cream EXCEPT:
How does Cream adapt the blues form in 'Sunshine of Your Love'?
How does Cream adapt the blues form in 'Sunshine of Your Love'?
Which musician was responsible for bringing Jimi Hendrix to London?
Which musician was responsible for bringing Jimi Hendrix to London?
Which album by Van Morrison combined elements of folk music, jazz, classical, and improvisational experimental aspects?
Which album by Van Morrison combined elements of folk music, jazz, classical, and improvisational experimental aspects?
The lead singer of the Doors was?
The lead singer of the Doors was?
Bob Dylan worked with which group in Woodstock, New York?
Bob Dylan worked with which group in Woodstock, New York?
All of the following performed at the Monterey International Pop Festival EXCEPT:
All of the following performed at the Monterey International Pop Festival EXCEPT:
The Woodstock Music and Art Festival was held during which year?
The Woodstock Music and Art Festival was held during which year?
The primary target audience for psychedelic music was intended to be?
The primary target audience for psychedelic music was intended to be?
Which central theme was the Beatles' first idea in uniting all of the songs on 'Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band'?
Which central theme was the Beatles' first idea in uniting all of the songs on 'Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band'?
Which Beatle sings as the character Billy Shears on 'Sgt. Pepper'?
Which Beatle sings as the character Billy Shears on 'Sgt. Pepper'?
Which Great Society singer was brought on to replace Signe Anderson of Jefferson Airplane?
Which Great Society singer was brought on to replace Signe Anderson of Jefferson Airplane?
One of the anthems from the summer of 1967 was 'San Francisco (Be Sure to Wear Flowers in Your Hair)' by?
One of the anthems from the summer of 1967 was 'San Francisco (Be Sure to Wear Flowers in Your Hair)' by?
You Keep Me Hanging On was turned into a psychedelic cover by which group?
You Keep Me Hanging On was turned into a psychedelic cover by which group?
Stevie Winwood left the Spencer Davis Group to form which band?
Stevie Winwood left the Spencer Davis Group to form which band?
Swiss chemist Albert Hofmann developed ___ in 1943.
Swiss chemist Albert Hofmann developed ___ in 1943.
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Study Notes
Psychedelic Movement and Influences
- Timothy Leary popularized the phrase "Turn on, tune in, and drop out" promoting LSD use.
- Leary's guide to psychedelic experiences is found in his book, "The Psychedelic Experience."
- Music played a vital role in enhancing drug experiences, leading to longer songs and complex musical structures.
Key Artists and Albums
- The Beach Boys and The Beatles were both signed under Capitol Records.
- Famous Beatles double A-sided single prior to "Sgt. Pepper's" includes "Penny Lane" and "Strawberry Fields Forever."
- "Good Vibrations" by the Beach Boys incorporates innovative musical techniques, excluding avant-garde, aleatory classical methods.
- "Smiley Smile" replaced the anticipated "SMiLE" album by the Beach Boys.
- The last completed studio album by The Beatles was "Abbey Road."
San Francisco Scene
- The Grateful Dead actively organized psychedelic dances in San Francisco.
- The growth of the underground psychedelic movement in San Francisco was noted, though their signing to a major label was not indicative of this growth.
- Members of the Grateful Dead included Jerry Garcia, Bob Weir, but excluded Marty Balin.
Musical Exploration
- "White Rabbit" by Jefferson Airplane features a musical base drawn from a Spanish bolero.
- Big Brother and the Holding Company described their sound as "Blues in Technicolor."
- Country Joe and the Fish bridged the Berkeley radicals and the San Francisco hippie community.
London Psychedelic Movement
- UFO was a London organization hosting psychedelic events.
- Elements of London’s psychedelic movement lacked direct connections with San Francisco peers through musical tours.
Influential Bands and Figures
- Dave Gilmour replaced Syd Barrett in Pink Floyd.
- The Rolling Stones' album "Their Satanic Majesties" presents band members in wizard outfits.
- Cream innovatively expanded the 12-bar blues format to 24 measures in their song "Sunshine of Your Love."
Festivals and Cultural Impact
- Jimi Hendrix was introduced to the London scene by Chas Chandler.
- "Astral Weeks" by Van Morrison blends folk, jazz, classical, and improvisational music styles.
- The lead singer for The Doors was Jim Morrison.
- Bob Dylan collaborated with The Band during his time in Woodstock, New York.
- The Monterey International Pop Festival featured many influential artists but did not include The Beach Boys.
Notable Events
- The Woodstock Music and Art Festival took place in 1969, attracting a large youth audience.
- Psychedelic music primarily targeted college-age listeners.
- The unifying theme for songs on "Sgt. Pepper's" revolved around the Beatles' Liverpool upbringing.
Individual Contributions
- Ringo Starr performed as the character Billy Shears in "Sgt. Pepper."
- Grace Slick replaced Signe Anderson in Jefferson Airplane, contributing to their psychedelic sound.
- "San Francisco (Be Sure to Wear Flowers in Your Hair)" became an anthem by Scott McKenzie in 1967.
- Vanilla Fudge covered "You Keep Me Hangin' On" by The Supremes, transforming it into a psychedelic rendition.
Band Evolution
- Stevie Winwood transitioned from the Spencer Davis Group to form Traffic.
- Swiss chemist Albert Hofmann synthesized LSD in 1943, impacting the cultural landscape significantly.
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