Velvet Seed | Flim Flam Man | M.A.I. | 1968

Velvet Seed's single "Flim Flam Man" b/w "Sharon Patterson" was released in November 1968 by Music Association Inc. Hailing from Maine, the band combines elements of bubblegum pop and psychedelia, featuring energetic instrumentation and intriguing male/female vocals. "Flim Flam Man" is noted for its vibrant style, while "Sharon Patterson" offers a more tranquil experience.

https://monocledalchemist.com/2026/03/24/velvet-seed-flim-flam-man-m-a-i-1968/

Those Guys | History And Songs

The content narrates the journey of the band "Those Guys," highlighting its formation, notable performances, and musical evolution during the 1960s. Key members include Jimmy Owens and Bob Dabbs, with influences from iconic bands. Their psychedelic sound emerged with recordings like "Stereopsis Of A Floret," leading to a peak before their eventual disbandment in 1967.

https://monocledalchemist.com/2026/03/19/those-guys-history-and-songs/

The Rock Shop | “Mr. Lee’s “Swing’n Affair” | (Bacchus) 1997

The content introduces "The Rock Shop," a music group comprised of four unique members: Alan Clark, John Dalbeck, Pat Edwards, and Pete Stevens. Each member is described with emphasis on their musical talents, personalities, and contributions to the group. Their debut album, “Mr. Lee's "Swing'n Affair," showcases their distinctive sound and dedication to their craft.

https://monocledalchemist.com/2026/03/18/the-rock-shop-mr-lees-swingn-affair-bacchus-1997/

T.C. Atlantic | Faces | Turtle | 1966

T.C. Atlantic, a popular Minnesota club act in the 1960s, is noted for their live performances and covers, as depicted in their album "Live At The Bell Rae Ballroom." Their standout single “Faces” features unique acid punk elements, contrasting with their usual sound, while “I Love You So Little Girl” is also celebrated as a classic.

https://monocledalchemist.com/2026/03/18/t-c-atlantic-faces-turtle-1966/

The Scott Bedford Four | You Turned Your Back On Me | Congress | 1965

The Scott Bedford Four's track "You Turned Your Back On Me" was released by Congress in August 1965, featuring a vibrant sound with prominent 12-string guitars and harmonica. Despite being a Billboard 'Chart Spotlight' selection, the song did not achieve commercial success and remains relatively rare. The band later changed their name to The Elusives.

https://monocledalchemist.com/2026/03/11/the-scott-bedford-four-you-turned-your-back-on-me-congress-1965/

The Satyrs | Yesterday’s Hero | Spectrum | 1968

"Yesterday's Hero" / "Marie" by The Satyrs, released in 1968, is a notable garage single by a teen band from Haddonfield Heights, New Jersey. They performed locally and supported bigger acts but faded after just one pressing of 400 records, making it a sought-after rarity among collectors.

https://monocledalchemist.com/2026/03/10/the-satyrs-yesterdays-hero-spectrum-1968/

The Rogues | Wanted: Dead Or Alive | Living Legend | 1965

"Wanted: Dead Or Alive" by The Rogues, released in November 1965, showcases early work by Michael Lloyd and Shaun Harris, who later formed The West Coast Pop Art Experimental Band. The track is noted as a strong reinterpretation of "Hey Joe," while the B-side, "One Day," is a moody folk rock piece.

https://monocledalchemist.com/2026/03/09/the-rogues-wanted-dead-or-alive-living-legend-1965/

Richard & the Young Lions | Open Up Your Door | Philips | 1966

Richard and the Young Lions, fronted by Richard Tepp, released three singles in the mid-1960s that showcased their garage rock style. Their debut, "Open Up Your Door," featured prominent fuzz bass and a tribal drum sound. Subsequent releases, like "Nasty," failed commercially, leading to the band's disbandment after their final single in 1967.

https://monocledalchemist.com/2026/03/08/richard-the-young-lions-open-up-your-door-philips-1966/

Pugsley Munion | “Just Like You” | (J&S Records) 1970

“Just Like You” is a 1970 album by Pugsley Munion, showcasing a powerful local trio sound reminiscent of Cream. Highlighted by the track "Trouble," it features excellent guitar work and jamming. Despite a stockpile of copies discovered in the 1990s, its rating remains lower than it deserves.

https://monocledalchemist.com/2026/03/07/pugsley-munion-just-like-you-js-records-1970/

Fraction | “Moon Blood” | (Angelus) 1971

"Sanc-Divided," featured on the 1971 LP 'Moon Blood' by Fraction, is hailed as a quintessential underground heavy psych album. Influenced by the Doors, it combines intense tracks, heavy guitars, and a unique emotional style. Notably, the song trio "Come Out Of Her," "Eye Of The Hurricane," and "Sons Come To Birth" is particularly acclaimed.

https://monocledalchemist.com/2026/03/07/fraction-moon-blood-angelus-1971/