In the forefront of the
psychedelic music movement,now known mainly as a backup band for the
vocals of
Janis Joplin. Appear in the hard-to get
Monterey Pop Festival video. Originals were:
peter albin, bass
james gurley, guitar
&
sam houstin andrew, guitar
david getz, drums
Formed in San Francisco in 1965, the band was managed by Chet Helms, an important figure in the summer of love. Joined by Joplin in '66, they disbanded in 1972.