During the legendary Summer of Love and throughout the Vietnam protest marches, a mysterious sound emerged from beyond the conventional boundaries. The Travel Agency, a Los Angeles psychedelic rock group, unleashed their only album in 1968, produced by James Griffin of Bread fame. This record is packed with incredible proto-garage tracks and mesmerizing lysergic crescendos. It kicks off with the haunting organ intro of "What’s A Man," which astonishingly echoes the vibe later found in "Smells Like Teen Spirit."
This album stands as a hidden gem of its era, capturing the raw energy and experimental spirit of its time. The Travel Agency's unique blend of psychedelic rock offers a thrilling journey into the roots of alternative soundscapes, making it a must-listen for enthusiasts of garage and psychedelic music history.