Dr. Strangely Strange

The Profile

Dr. Strangely Strange are an Irish psychedelic/folk group formed in Dublin in 1967. Key early albums include Kip of the Serenes (1969) and Heavy Petting (1970, Vertigo) noted for Roger Dean artwork. The band had connections with the Incredible String Band and producer Joe Boyd, featured guests such as Gary Moore and Andy Irvine, disbanded in the early 1970s and reunited decades later to record Alternative Medicine.

Formed in Dublin in 1967. Early albums: Kip of the Serenes (1969) and Heavy Petting (1970). Heavy Petting released on Vertigo with artwork by Roger Dean. Associated with the Incredible String Band and producer Joe Boyd. Guests on recordings include Gary Moore and Andy Irvine. Reunited more than 25 years after initial split to record Alternative Medicine.

Two DeBaser reviews praise Dr. Strangely Strange's whimsical take on psychedelic/psycho-folk, noting childlike, surreal charm and strong melodies. Heavy Petting is highlighted for Roger Dean artwork and guests (Gary Moore, Andy Irvine). Kip of the Serenes is described as ramshackle, angelic and naive. The group formed in Dublin in 1967 and later reunited to record Alternative Medicine.