EPYSODE 35: "Underground" by The Electric Prunes.
Guest: Electric Prunes bandleader James Lowe.
In this epysode we dive deep into the psychedelic/garage-rock masterpiece "Underground" by The Electric Prunes. Join us as we explore the innovative sounds that defined an era, with exclusive commentary from band leader James Lowe, who shares behind-the-scenes insights and stories from the making of the album. From its bold musical experimentation to its cultural impact, this epysode offers a unique look at one of the most influential albums of the 1960s.
Sad note: since James passed away only a few weeks later, this likely represents the last interview he ever gave.
Thanks for tuning in, turning on & dropping by Vinyl Relics. I hope you dig "Underground" 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/1wpu3KQTp1fbpbbekFCOQV?si=cb7b3792bf354fb4
ALVIN LEE & MYLON LEFEVRE "On The Road To Freedom"
DICK DALE "Miserlou"
*THE SANCTIONS "What'd I Say"
JIM & THE LORDS "I'm Free"
JIM & THE LORDS "I'm Down"
THE CHIPMUNKS "Hard Day's Night"
THE GYPSY TRIPS "Ain't It Hard"
THE ELECTRIC PRUNES "Ain't It Hard"
THE ELECTRIC PRUNES "Little Olive"
THE ELECTRIC PRUNES "I Had Too Much To Dream (Last Night)"
THE ELECTRIC PRUNES "Get Me To The World On Time"
THE ELECTRIC PRUNES "The Great Banana Hoax"
THE ELECTRIC PRUNES "Children Of Rain"
THE ELECTRIC PRUNES "Wind-Up Toys"
THE ELECTRIC PRUNES "Antique Doll"
THE ELECTRIC PRUNES "It's Not Fair"
THE ELECTRIC PRUNES "I Happen To Love You"
THE ELECTRIC PRUNES "Dr. Do-Good"
THE ELECTRIC PRUNES "I"
THE ELECTRIC PRUNES "Hideaway"
THE ELECTRIC PRUNES "Big City"
THE ELECTRIC PRUNES "Captain Glory"
THE ELECTRIC PRUNES "Long Day's Flight"
THE ELECTRIC PRUNES "You Never Had It Better" (Live)
THE ELECTRIC PRUNES "Try Me On For Size" (Live)
THE ELECTRIC PRUNES "Kyrie Eleison"
THE ELECTRIC PRUNES "Holy Are You"
THE ELECTRIC PRUNES "14 Year Old Funk"
SPARKS "Girl From Germany"
TODD RUNDGREN "Hello It's Me"
THE ELECTRIC PRUNES "Lost Dream"
*THE ELECTRIC PRUNES "The Dream I Had Last Night"
*THE ELECTRIC PRUNES "Pacific Ocean Blues"
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NEWPORT ELECTRIC "Devil's Bargain"
^that's my band. This is shameless self-promotion!!
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