FLAC | Pop/Rock | 00:30:55 | 214MB
The Abstracts, formed in the mid-1960s on Long Island, New York, are a quintessential example of American garage rock with a heavy early psychedelic influence. This self-titled album brings together recordings captured during the band’s peak in 1968. The sound is defined by prominent fuzz guitars, driving organ lines, and harmonies inspired by the British Invasion. A standout moment in the band’s history is their interpretation of “Smell of Incense,” showcasing their ability to craft dense sonic textures. The 2026 reissue by Good Time Records brings these rare recordings back in enhanced quality, preserving the raw energy of that era’s live performances.
Tracklist
1-1 The Abstracts – To Say the Least[1:38]
1-2 The Abstracts – Results of Love[2:50]
1-3 The Abstracts – The Rich Young Heir[2:55]
1-4 The Abstracts – O.D.D. Clown[1:54]
1-5 The Abstracts – Smell of Incense[2:32]
1-6 The Abstracts – Summertime[2:46]
1-7 The Abstracts – See the Birdies[2:41]
1-8 The Abstracts – Any Old Time[3:00]
1-9 The Abstracts – Dreaming of Blue[3:11]
1-10 The Abstracts – A Matter of Life and Death[2:41]
1-11 The Abstracts – My Mind Ain’t Peculiar[2:24]
1-12 The Abstracts – Time to Understand[2:32]