Ep.126 -1968: A Historical Year in Music - Trends, Tragedies, and Triumphs

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Buckle up for a rollicking ride through 1968 with your trusty guides, Scott McLean, Luke Calicho, & Mark Smith, from the Music Relish Show. We'll take you back to the year that shook the music industry to its core. We've got everything: The Beatles, Johnny Cash's Folsom Prison recording, The Bee Gees American debut, and even the notorious national anthem performance by Jose Feliciano at the World Series! Peering into the cultural and political vortex of 1968, we'll discuss riot aftermaths, draft anxieties, and the seismic shifts in the media landscape. You're about to feel the pulse of history's most tumultuous year through its most compelling medium - music.
Ever wondered about the bands that shook the world in 1968? We've got that covered, too. From the psychedelic rock of The Archies to the soulful sounds of Earth, Wind & Fire, we'll give you the lowdown on every band that made waves that year. And, of course, we won't shy away from the juicier stuff, like the infamous breakup of the McLean Family Band over a basketball game. Moving on, we'll channel our inner film buffs and take a deep dive into the cinematic marvels of the time. You're in for a treat as we reminisce about classics like Planet of the Apes, The Producers, and Night of the Living Dead.
To top everything off, we'll honor the late Shane MacGowan, the unforgettable musician who left an indelible mark on Irish and English music. We'll explore his legacy and contributions to the world of music. This episode is not just a step back in time - it's a nostalgic journey through the sounds, sights, and stories that shaped a year of change, challenge, and creativity. So get comfortable, turn up the volume, and let's travel back to 1968!

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1. Ep.126 -1968: A Historical Year in Music - Trends, Tragedies, and Triumphs (00:00:00)

2. 1968 (00:00:05)

3. 1968 (00:09:40)

4. Memories of the Past (00:26:26)

5. 1968 Music and Band Highlights (00:35:19)

6. Music Events of 1968 (00:48:23)

7. 1968 Music Events (01:00:05)

8. Bands Formed in 1968 (01:06:57)

9. Movies of 1968 and Film Evolution (01:22:55)

10. Movie and Music Talk in 1968 (01:29:47)

11. Remembering a Legendary Musician and Song (01:35:22)

12. Ticket Stubs, Street Signs, Legends (01:50:21)

13. Musical Legends, Events, and Birthdays (01:56:15)