Ep 86 - Sonic Sounds 7/14/2023

Get ready for a musical journey on Sonic Sounds! Join us as we rock out to the Grateful Dead's "The Race Is On" live in 1973, featuring a metaphorical twist on romantic relationships. Fun fact: They covered this song 59 times during their career.Experience the power pop magic of Badfinger, selling a whopping 14 million records and leaving their mark on the '70s.Feel the energy of Baked Shrimp, a progressive fusion trio taking the festival circuit by storm. Fun fact: Their latest single, "Chop Suey," accompanies their 50-date summer tour.Discover the catchy collaboration of Donovan and the Jeff Beck Group with "Barabajagal." Its UK release was halted due to contractual disputes, but you can enjoy it here.The Grateful Dead strikes again with their iconic hit "Touch of Grey," catapulting them into the mainstream. Fun fact: Their newfound fame brought both excitement and challenges with rowdy audiences and venue bans.Get to know Divorce, a Nottingham band born from a quarter-life crisis, sharing their track "Birds" and exciting news of a record deal and upcoming UK tour.Immerse yourself in Tortoise's post-rock mastery, blending genres like krautrock and jazz, shaping the '90s music scene.Stay tuned to Sonic Sounds for more captivating tracks and fascinating music trivia!