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My Boomer Buddies Podcast: Remembering The Psychedelic Pop Classic 'Incense And Peppermints'

January 16, 2025 • Rick Reed • Season 2 • Episode 12

Summary

In this episode of the Boomer Buddies podcast, host Rick Reed takes listeners on a nostalgic journey through the history of the psychedelic rock band Strawberry Alarm Clock, focusing on their iconic hit 'Incense and Peppermints.' He shares interesting tidbits about the song's creation, the band's lineup, their performances, and their legacy in music and television. The episode is filled with engaging commentary and invites listeners to reminisce about the music of the 1960s.

Takeaways

The song 'Incense and Peppermints' was released in 1967.
Strawberry Alarm Clock is known for their psychedelic rock sound.
The band faced challenges with songwriting credits.
Greg Munford, a 16-year-old, sang lead on the track.
The song spent one week at number one on the charts.
The band made several TV appearances in the 60s and 70s.
They performed in movies like 'Psych Out' and 'Beyond the Valley of the Dolls.'
The band has had breakups but continues to perform today.
Rick Reed encourages listeners to share their memories of the song.
The nostalgia surrounding the song resonates with both boomers and younger generations.

Sound Bites

"They charted five songs total."
"Do you remember this song?"
"The band is still performing."

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