Sex, Drugs and Rock ’n’ Roll was epitomized by the psychedelic movement. It played its part in reframing the way people think and consequently played a role toward positive social change. The dark side, of course, was the near inevitability of self-destruction. Psychedelic Rock will surely carry on as it continues its powerful influence over pop culture for many bands to come.
You're Gonna Miss Me
You’re Gonna Miss Me (2005) is a documentary directed by Keven McAlester. Roger “Roky” Erickson sang with a wildly overt style for the 13th Floor Elevators, who were caught up in the dawn of the psychedelic movement. The film charts Erickson’s rocky road through life (with and beyond the Elevators), including his present state at the time of filming. Much akin to The Devil and Daniel Johnston, you will find yourself rooting for Roky and seeking out the music.
Dig!
DIG! (2003) is directed by Ondi Timoner. The documentary covers the Brian Jonestown Massacre and the Dandy Warhols through their friendship and their semicontrived rivalry. The center focus, however, is Anton Newcombe, who is the mastermind behind the Brian Jonestown Massacre’s neo-psychedelic sound and subsequent lifestyle. Only seven years in the making, DIG! presents a lot of viewing, which was whittled down from 2,000 hours of footage.
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