Name: Goin’ Round In My Mind – The Merrell Fankhauser Anthology 1964-1979
Brand: Merrell Fankhauser

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CRSEGBOX120

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Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2022-10-28

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Signed copies: No

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Cherry Red (ADA)

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Standard:20

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5013929192003

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6 / CD / Extended format: No / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No

Artist

Merrell Fankhauser

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Classic

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Grapefruit

Grapefruit is a UK-based music label that specializes in psych/garage-era music from the 1966-70 timeframe. Managed by Cherry Red, Grapefruit focuses on releasing single-artist career anthologies and definitive versions of rare and classic albums. Each release features sympathetic artwork, rare photos, detailed liner notes, and high-quality sound from the original masters.

Merrell Fankhauser, born on 23 December 1943 in Louisville, Kentucky, USA, is a renowned artist in the music industry. With an impressive career spanning several decades, he has established himself as a true icon. Merrell's unique style and talent have captivated audiences worldwide. As the father of [a1883482], his influence extends beyond his own work. His contributions to the music scene are unparalleled, making him a beloved figure among fans and fellow musicians alike.
Throughout his career, Merrell Fankhauser has consistently pushed boundaries and explored new musical territories. His passion for creating captivating melodies and thought-provoking lyrics shines through in every song he produces. From rock to folk to surf music, Merrell's versatility knows no bounds.
With numerous albums under his belt and collaborations with esteemed artists throughout the years, Merrell Fankhauser continues to leave an indelible mark on the music world. His dedication to his craft and unwavering commitment to producing quality music have solidified his status as a true legend.

Meticulously curated box sets featuring exceptional audio quality, stunning visuals, and exclusive bonus content. Explore genres, eras, and artists to find the perfect addition to your collection.

Box Sets

Career anthology of Los Angeles-based musician Merrell Fankhauser described by one pundit as “the cult artist’s cult artist”. Includes his work as a solo performer and fronting such collectable garage rock/ psychedelic acts as The Exiles, Fapardokly, HMS Bounty and Mu.

An integral player on the Southern California music scene, the young Merrell Fankhauser’s budding career took off in 1964 after his family relocated to the Antelope Valley area of the Western Mojave Desert.

With the likes of Frank Zappa and Captain Beefheart also active in the area, Frankhauser hooked up with 14-year-old guitarist Jeff Cotton to form Merrell And The Exiles, a teen pop outfit who had a couple of local hits.

In 1967 Merrell put together Fapardokly, whose limited edition LP is now one of the rarest US psychedelic albums.

Fapardokly mutated into HMS Bounty, signed by UNI Records president Russ Regan. An HMS Bounty album was headed by ‘Things (Goin’ Round In My Mind)’, an insidious slice of bubblegum that fell just short of becoming a hit single.

HMS Bounty then gave way to Mu, a partial reformation of The Exiles that reunited Merrell with Jeff Cotton, who meanwhile had been a key member of Captain Beefheart’s band during the ‘Trout Mask Replica’ days.

After an acclaimed 1971 album, Mu moved to the Hawaiian island of Maui before breaking up. Merrell stayed on the island, living in a self-built jungle cabin and recording ‘The Maui Album’ before returning to the mainland.

A 6CD that includes the various 1964-1979 albums and singles in their entirety as well as numerous out-takes from the same time-frame, Goin’ Round In My Mind – newly- remastered, and featuring a new 5000 word essay – is a fitting tribute to the prodigious career of a legendary cult talent.