A History of Rock Music in 500 Songs Episode 158: “White Rabbit” by Jefferson Airplane
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Nov 23, 2022 AI Snips
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San Francisco's Lasting Rock Influence
- The San Francisco scene of 1966-68 defined rock's cultural, aesthetic, and behavioral norms for decades.
- Its influence shaped rock musicians' identity and the broader counterculture, despite limited direct musical legacy.
Marty Baily's Musical Journey
- Marty Baily, originally Marty Buchwald, started as a teen idol hopeful before turning to folk.
- He moved from LA to San Francisco, co-founding Jefferson Airplane and opening the Matrix Club.
Yorma Kaukonen Chooses Electric Sound
- Yorma Kaukonen initially swore off rock but embraced electrics after experiencing an Echoplex at Kesey's Acid Test.
- He chose the band's name Jefferson Airplane inspired by a bluesman nickname from friends.