Recently found out that Joseph Byrd, the leader of the psychedelic rock band The United States of America, passed away at 87 on the 2nd of November. The United States of America was an innovative but short-lived band that integrated psychedelic rock, electronic sound, and radical political ideas into rock music. Their self-titled 1968 studio album, also their only release, has since been reissued several times, garnering widespread critical acclaim for pioneering styles and techniques that would later become common in rock music. The album is featured in the book 1001 Albums You Must Hear Before You Die.
After working as a record producer, arranger, and soundtrack composer, Byrd started a career as a university teacher in music history and theory.
I remember listening to the U.S.A.'s debut album a year ago and thought it was very unique indeed. I recommend giving it a go if you're interested in diving into the whimsical wonders of psychedelia.
JontyMaster
Recently found out that Joseph Byrd, the leader of the psychedelic rock band The United States of America, passed away at 87 on the 2nd of November. The United States of America was an innovative but short-lived band that integrated psychedelic rock, electronic sound, and radical political ideas into rock music. Their self-titled 1968 studio album, also their only release, has since been reissued several times, garnering widespread critical acclaim for pioneering styles and techniques that would later become common in rock music. The album is featured in the book 1001 Albums You Must Hear Before You Die.
After working as a record producer, arranger, and soundtrack composer, Byrd started a career as a university teacher in music history and theory.
I remember listening to the U.S.A.'s debut album a year ago and thought it was very unique indeed. I recommend giving it a go if you're interested in diving into the whimsical wonders of psychedelia.
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