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The Peanut Butter Conspiracy

The Peanut Butter Conspiracy was an American psychedelic pop/rock group that emerged during the vibrant folk-rock and burgeoning psychedelic scene of the mid-1960s in Los Angeles, California. Formed in 1966 from the folk act The Ashes, which included John Merrill (guitar/vocals), Alan Brackett (bass/vocals), Barbara "Sandi" Robison (vocals), Spencer Dryden (drums) and Jim Voigt (guitar), the group solidified its lineup after Dryden left to join Jefferson Airplane and was replaced by Lance Fent. They achieved modest commercial success, with their harmonious blending of male-female vocals, socially conscious lyrics, and catchy pop melodies encapsulated in releases like "The Peanut Butter Conspiracy Is Spreading" (1967) and "The Great Conspiracy" (1967). Though they never soared to the heights of some of their contemporaries, their music encapsulates the spirit of '60s West Coast psychedelia.

With a discography that reflects the experimental and transitional nature of the era, The Peanut Butter Conspiracy's sound delved into elements of jazz, rock, and psychedelic pop. Their lyrical themes often touched on the cultural shifts of the time and personal expression. Notably, their music has been re-released over time, connecting new generations with the band's essence, such as with the albums "Spreading from the Ashes" (consisting of early demos and unreleased tracks), and "West Coast Love-In", a reflection of their participation in the burgeoning LA music scene. While they quietly disbanded in the late 1960s, their work continues to be a touchstone for aficionados of the period, with "Good Feeling" and "Show You the Way" serving as reminders of the group's characteristic sunny psych-pop sound.

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