Incredible String Band

Released by Floating World Records on March 8, 2024, Live At The Fillmore East (June 5th, 1968) captures The Incredible String Band at a pivotal moment in their career. This live album documents a mesmerizing performance at New York’s legendary Fillmore East, showcasing the British psychedelic folk pioneers as they deliver tracks from their influential early albums, including The 5000 Spirits or the Layers of the Onion and The Hangman's Beautiful Daughter. The setlist also features early renditions of songs like “Maya” and “Ducks On A Pond,” which would later appear on their acclaimed album Wee Tam and the Big Huge.

The recording highlights the band’s signature blend of eclectic instrumentation and adventurous songwriting, with performances by founding members Robin Williamson and Mike Heron, joined by Licorice McKechnie and Rose Simpson. The album offers a vivid snapshot of the group’s innovative approach to folk music, blending traditional forms with psychedelic experimentation—a style that helped define the era and contributed to the evolution of world music.

Live At The Fillmore East (June 5th, 1968) is a must-have for fans and collectors, providing a rare opportunity to experience The Incredible String Band’s unique sound in a live setting during their creative peak