You don't need any mind-altering drugs to enjoy the sounds of psychedelic pop. The songs are (usually, there are always exceptions) catchy and irresistibly groovy, giving you a little slice of freedom and happiness in the proverbial sunshine.
There is a difference, no matter how small, between psychedelic rock and psychedelic pop. What I am currently romancing with is psychedelic pop.
So let's start with a little dissection. You've got your 1960's psychedelic pop, and you've got your neo-psychedelic. While I am more curious about the neo stuff recently, I felt it appropriate to include at least two good songs from two good bands/artists of the 1960's psychedelic era just to give some basis for where this neo sound is evolving from. Or copying. Your choice.
My first 1960's pick is "Scarlett and Gold" by the 13th Floor Elevators. In this jam, you can really hear that influential drum beat that frequents the neo era. Add in some off-kilter reverberated vocals and guitar, and you've got the perfect equation for psychedelic success.
My second 1960's pick is Donovan's "Sunshine Superman". Sure, this guy has been called an Irish Bob Dylan rip off many times, even by me, and he most certainly is, on later albums. But what is often overlooked is his catchy 60's psych, which is absolutely enjoyable, and shows that he had a relatively distinct sound before he jumped on the Dylan folk wagon.
Tune in next time for neo psychedelic!
Scarlett and Gold by the 13th Floor Elevators
Sunshine Superman by Donovan
Love,
Danielle
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