Controlled Substances and Rock and Roll - featuring Scotty

Controlled Substances and Rock and Roll - featuring Scotty

Author: Bill Gagnon April 16, 2021 Duration: 44:51

Just in time for 420 and Bicycle Day, this episode discusses the influence of drugs in Rock and Roll.  Gagnation's most popular guest Scotty discusses with The Gag, the origins of 420 and Bicycle Day, the influence of drugs in Rock and Roll in the 60's and 70's and even in today's Reggae and JamBand culture.  We discuss Pink Floyd, The Beatles, Steve Miller, Snoop Dogg, Black Sabbath, Alice In Chains, Strawberry Alarm Clock, Jimi Hendrix, Bob Dylan, Lynyrd Skynryd, Weezer, Peter Tosh, Bob Marley, Styx, REO Speedwagon, Neil Young, Rush, The Stranglers, Guns and Roses, Steve Miller, Jefferson Airplane and more.  (4:05) History of 420 (8:35) History of Bicycle Day, (13:15) Heroin and Rock, (16:25) Impact of Psychedelics on Music, (24:45) Marijuana Impact on Music, (29:40) Songs we love but just happen to include drug references, (41:05) influence of Neil Young and Lynryd Skynryd 

Below is a link to a Spotify playlist that features many of the great tracks discussed in the episode (copy and paste on your browser)

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1GrTWzXOZSGJbraiNMSo9A?si=f2af703ab21c4af0



Bill Gagnon hosts Gagnation-Adventures in Music, Sports, Enterprise, and Leisure, a conversational podcast built around wide-ranging curiosity. Episodes feel like hanging out with friends who have strong, informed opinions across a surprising spectrum of topics. You’ll hear deep dives into the rock music that defined the 80s and 90s, alongside discoveries from newer artists, with practical talk about building playlists and recounting live concert experiences. Sports chatter is a major pillar, covering the major professional leagues and college athletics, but with a dedicated focus on the triumphs and tribulations of Los Angeles teams, and inevitably, spirited fantasy sports debates. The conversation then shifts toward enterprise, where themes like personal finance, leadership, and the impact of technology on business strategy get a straightforward, relatable treatment. Finally, the leisure segment acts as a catch-all for everything else that sparks interest, ensuring no topic is off the table. This isn't a narrowly focused show; it's a reflection of layered adult interests, where an analysis of a business innovation might follow a rant about a playoff loss or a review of a classic album. The whole Gagnation podcast is driven by Bill's guiding presence-often referred to as The Gag-and his guests, making each episode a unique exploration.
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