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The Krazy Mess Groovers
The Krazy Mess Groovers came together in San Francisco during the mid-1960s, with "Mad" Mike McNeely on vocals and guitar. Their sound pulled from the city's...
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The Krazy Mess Groovers came together in San Francisco during the mid-1960s, with "Mad" Mike McNeely on vocals and guitar. Their sound pulled from the city's mix of psychedelic rock, folk, and blues, though they never quite fit neatly into any one scene. McNeely's stage presence was confrontational, and the band's lyrics about love and social issues drew strong reactions from both fans and critics.
In 1967, they released an album called "Love Power," with the title track becoming something of an anthem. The song had a pulsing rhythm and soaring vocals that connected with the counterculture mood of the time. While it brought them wider attention, their live shows often faced protests and police involvement.
The band included Chris Jensen on drums, Carl Wilson on bass, and Greg Hanson on organ. Their reputation as provocateurs grew, especially after McNeely was arrested in 1969 following an incident with an audience member. That kind of notoriety tended to overshadow the music itself, which was rooted in that particular San Francisco moment.
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