Ultimate Spinach was an exemplary figure in the psychedelic rock scene that emerged out of Boston in the late 1960s. The band was part of the "Bosstown Sound," a term coined to compete with the San Francisco scene during the era of psychedelia and sought to put Boston on the musical map with its roster of new, experimental bands. Their self-titled debut album "Ultimate Spinach" dropped in 1968 and quickly set the tone for their definitive blend of psychedelic rock and complex, sometimes esoteric, lyrics. The group's distinctive sound was characterized by the use of swirling organs, fuzz-toned guitars, and surreal, often introspective lyricism.

Despite an initial wave of commercial success and heavy promotion, Ultimate Spinach, led by singer-songwriter and guitarist Ian Bruce-Douglas, couldn't sustain their momentum across a large number of albums. They went through some line-up changes and eventually released two more albums: "Behold & See" and "Ultimate Spinach III," both of which continued to push the musical envelope with bold, experimental sounds. Over the years, their music has been reissued in various formats, including remastered versions and original mono mixes, revealing the band's intricate compositions and cementing their legacy in the annals of psychedelic rock. Although they disbanded in 1969, Ultimate Spinach's work has continued to influence and resonate with aficionados of the psychedelic genre and vintage rock collectors.

Genres

Bosstown Sound

Psychedelic Rock

Latest Release

Visions of Your Reality

Ultimate Spinach

Ep - 5 Tracks - Released May 27, 2013