Back To Peru Vol.1 & 2: The Most Complete Compilation of Peruvian Underground 1964-1974 stands as the ultimate, definitive treasure trove archiving the fiercely brilliant counterculture musical movement of Peru. Released by the premier reissue label Vampi Soul, this massive 56-track compilation pulls back the curtain on a legendary decade where Peruvian youth digested global rock trends and spat them back out with an unhinged, highly distinct local intensity. Vol. 1 sets the foundation, traversing razor-sharp garage stomp, heavy space-drugged psychedelic trips, and infectious Latin-funk grooves from monumental outfits like Traffic Sound, Pax, Laghonia, and Black Sugar. Vol. 2 goes even deeper into the regional underground, uncovering dizzying psych-instrumentals, fuzzed-out surf-beat, and early glimpses of Amazonian cumbia/chicha (including Los Destellos and Los Mirlos). From the wild proto-punk energy of Los Saicos and Los York's to the sophisticated chamber-pop sensibilities of We All Together, this beautifully assembled anthology captures a golden era of raw, rebellious, and wildly experimental South American sonic history.

ABC released plenty of psychedelic LPs in the late '60s that were weird, awkward mixtures of West Coast psychedelia, heavy rock, blues, pop, and more, often burdened by subpar songwriting and performers who seemed ill at ease or inexperienced in the studios. The sole Bold album fits into that niche, but if it's any recommendation or consolation, as such records go, it's certainly one of the better ones. Actually it's not bad, and a little lighter and less ponderous than most such efforts, though the lack of outstanding original material or mega-personality limits its appeal to psychedelic collectors. In addition to the trendy psychedelic-age ingredients listed earlier, Bold also added some quasi-classical organ once in a while, particularly on the opening instrumental, "Lullaby Opus Four"; "Free Fogue" even sounds like new age music…

This 2-CD set is a remarkable document of an incredible concert, held in 1973 at the Palacio do Anhembi, with superstars all performing in protest of the cultural bans of the military dictatorship then in power. It was an amazing festival, packed with Brazil's top talent. Spanning thirty-two live tracks, the collection captures the explosive creative energy and historical defiance of the Musica Popular Brasileira movement. Listeners are treated to legendary solo and collaborative performances from standard-bearers like Caetano Veloso, Gilberto Gil, Elis Regina, Jorge Ben, Gal Costa, and Chico Buarque. From traditional samba rhythms and sophisticated bossa nova to fuzz-soaked psychedelic rock and soul-jazz improvisations, this milestone compilation highlights an era where artistic expression became an act of political resistance, rendering it an essential archival piece for fans of Brazilian music history.

One of the most stunning debuts in rock history, and one of the definitive albums of the psychedelic era. On Are You Experienced?, Jimi Hendrix synthesized various elements of the cutting edge of 1967 rock into music that sounded both futuristic and rooted in the best traditions of rock, blues, pop, and soul. It was his mind-boggling guitar work, of course, that got most of the ink, building upon the experiments of British innovators like Jeff Beck and Pete Townshend to chart new sonic territories in feedback, distortion, and sheer volume.

Original Album Series is a stellar 5-CD budget box set released by Rhino Records in 2016, chronicling the complete golden-era studio and live discography of American psychedelic rock pioneers Iron Butterfly between 1968 and 1970. Housed in miniature replica cardboard sleeves, the collection traces the band's rapid stylistic journey from the fuzzed-out R&B grooves of their debut "Heavy", through the earth-shattering success of "In-A-Gadda-Da-Vida" with its historic 17-minute title epic, and onto the sophisticated melodic structures of "Ball". Rounding out the set is the raw power of their 1970 "Live" album and their underrated final statement "Metamorphosis", which saw the group ditching the psych trimmings for twin-guitar-driven hard rock. Defined by swirling Hammond organs, heavily distorted riffs, and dark, doom-laden atmospheres, this comprehensive box set serves as an essential historical archive for fans of early American progressive rock and proto-heavy metal.

Left in the Vault Vol. 3 captures the legendary American rock band Grateful Dead performing live at the Boston Music Hall on June 12th, 1976. This comprehensive two-disc bootleg release by Flashback World Productions preserves a fascinating moment in the band's history, showcasing their return to touring after a year-and-a-half hiatus. The performance captures the group exploring deep improvisational territory with a relaxed yet highly focused energy across eighteen stellar tracks. Listeners can experience extended, intricate jams, beloved classics, and rare medley combinations that defined their unique concert experience during this era. Featuring standout renditions of classic staples alongside experimental instrumental passages, this beautifully preserved performance serves as a vital archival document for enthusiasts of classic American psychedelic rock, blues rock, and improvisational live music, newly presenting an essential chapter of the band's vast touring legacy.