The Concept Album: “The Magic Garden”
Between The Fifth Dimension and songwriter Jimmy Webb, “The Magic Garden” should’ve been a hit. It wasn’t. But it’s still worth a listen.
The One-Hit Wonder File: “Na Na Hey Hey Kiss Him Goodbye”
It was a leftover doo-wop tune that got a last-minute facelift for 1969. But the success of this track had some sad backlash.
The Fifth Dimension: The Age of Aquarius At 50
The Fifth Dimension created an anthem for 1969 with “Aquarius/Let the Sun Shine In.” Our interview with founder LaMonte McLemore reflects the influence of the song 50 years later.