The Incredible String Band
- Psychedelic rock
- British folk rock
- folk rock
Why it matters
Emerging from Britain in 1966, The Incredible String Band carved out a unique space where folk traditions met the swirling sounds of psychedelia.
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Formed in 1966, this British group became known for blending folk, contemporary folk, and folk rock with psychedelic folk influences, creating a sound that invited focused listening and an intimate acoustic small-group experience.
Their discography includes notable releases like their self-titled album 'The Incredible String Band' (1966), 'The 5000 Spirits or the Layers of the Onion,' 'The Hangman’s Beautiful Daughter,' and 'Wee Tam & The Big Huge,' showcasing their evolving sound through the late 1960s and early 1970s.
Atlas hears that their music often draws comparisons to The Beatles, hinting at the broad appeal and innovative spirit that The Incredible String Band brought to the folk and psychedelic scenes before ending their run in 1974.
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VINTAGE VINYL
The Incredible String Band - Relics Of The Incredible String Band - LP
VG++ / VG+ 1971Regular price $14.00 USDRegular price -
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The Incredible String Band - Liquid Acrobat As Regards The Air - LP
VG+ / VG+ 1972Regular price $12.00 USDRegular price -
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The Incredible String Band - Changing Horses - LP
VG+ / VG+ 1969Regular price $16.00 USDRegular price
3 Things You Need To Know
Start With Their Debut Album
Their self-titled 1966 album 'The Incredible String Band' is a great entry point, capturing their early blend of British folk and psychedelic folk sounds that set the stage for their evolving style.
Defining Psychedelic Folk Era
Active mainly between 1966 and 1974, they carved out a niche in psychedelic folk and British folk rock, mixing acoustic small-group arrangements with a focus on intricate, immersive listening experiences.
Sound Echoes The Beatles’ Experimentation
Their music is often described as reminiscent of The Beatles’ adventurous spirit, reflecting a similar willingness to blend folk roots with psychedelic and contemporary folk influences.
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