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Monocled Alchemist
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Blogger at monocledalchemist.com Bringing you scanned images from 60s magazines, Beatles, Byrds, mid-century adverts, garage punk coolness, psychedelic unknowns. Also early 80s post-punk, street-punk and gothic rock in focus / vintage reviews & interviews
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Monocled Alchemist @monocledalchemist.bsky.social · 7d
Silver Apples | Silver Apples | (Kapp) 1968 monocledalchemist.com/2025/10/27/s... #silverapples #psychedelic #electronic
Silver Apples | Silver Apples | (Kapp) 1968
Silver Apples, a two-man duo with a unique electronic sound, emerged in 1968 showcasing inventive music through oscillations and percussion. Their live performances and albums feature a blend of triba...
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Monocled Alchemist @monocledalchemist.bsky.social · 7d
Thee Œarly Dayze Of Hyghe Knyghtes | One monocledalchemist.com/2025/10/27/t... #psychedelic #medieval
Thee Œarly Dayze Of Hyghe Knyghtes | One
The content presents "THEE ŒARLY DAYZE OF HYGHE KNYGHTES," a curated selection of psychedelic sixties songs that reflect themes of English nobility, chivalry, and historical imagery. It encompasses id...
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Monocled Alchemist @monocledalchemist.bsky.social · 14d
I found a copy of Rain Parade “Crashing Dream” LP, Record Store Day release in USA. So chuffed to find it an a record shop in England. #rainparade #psychedelia #losangeles
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Monocled Alchemist @monocledalchemist.bsky.social · 14d
The Sences | Emilia | (Rogue) 2025 monocledalchemist.com/2025/10/20/t... #thesences #retrogarage #greek #garagepunk
The Sences | Emilia | (Rogue) 2025
The Sences return with their new single "Emilia" / "The Fall," their first release since last year's debut album. Featuring new member Menelaos, the tracks showcase Giannis Vlantis's songwriting and p...
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Monocled Alchemist @monocledalchemist.bsky.social · 23d
Yeah, very fuzzy. This was their first single. I believe that they’re still going.
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Monocled Alchemist @monocledalchemist.bsky.social · 24d
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 · 27d
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 · Sep 25
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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