LPCDreissues: Looking forward to the past

The Electric Prunes were an American psychedelic rock band formed in Los Angeles in 1965. Known for their innovative and experimental sound, they combined garage rock energy with cutting-edge studio effects, including fuzz guitar, reverb, and unconventional song structures. They gained fame with hits like "I Had Too Much to Dream (Last Night)" and "Get Me to the World on Time." Though their success was short-lived, their influence on psychedelic and garage rock remains significant.

The album Underground, which was released in 1967, was the Electric Prunes' second studio album. It built on the experimental foundations of their debut while allowing the band more creative control. The album features a darker and more cohesive psychedelic sound with tracks like "The Great Banana Hoax" and "Children of Rain." While it didn’t achieve the commercial success of their debut, Underground is regarded as a cult classic, showcasing the band’s artistry and exploring new sonic territories with greater depth and complexity.

Track listing:

• A1 The Great Banana Hoax 3:05
• A2 Children Of Rain 2:30
• A3 Wind-Up Toys 2:27
• A4 Antique Doll 3:10
• A5 It's Not Fair 2:00
• A6 I Happen To Love You 3:12
• B1 Dr. Do-Good 2:27
• B2 I 5:10
• B3 Hideaway 2:37
• B4 Big City 2:45
• B5 Capt. Glory 2:11
• B6 Long Day's Flight 3:09