Episode 158: “White Rabbit” by Jefferson Airplane
A History of Rock Music in 500 Songs
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The Life of Jerry Kalkonnen
Kalkonnen had a far more interesting life than most of the rest of the group. He'd formed a rock band The Triumphs with his friend Jack Cassidy when he was a teenager. By 1965, Kalkonnen saw himself firmly as a folk blues purist who would not even think of playing rock and roll music. But he allowed himself to be brought along to audition for the new group, and can Kesey happen to be there.
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