Lothar & The Hand People

The Profile

American psychedelic group formed in Denver, Colorado, later active in New York. Pioneers of early Moog synthesizer and theremin use (the theremin dubbed “Lothar”). Signed to Capitol Records and released two albums: Presenting… (1968) and Space Hymn (1969). Members included Paul Conly, John Emelin, Kim King, Rusty Ford, and Tom Flye.

Formed mid-1960s in Denver; moved to New York by 1967. Early adopters of Moog synthesizers (via Robert Margouleff/TONTO) and theremin, integrating them into pop-psych arrangements. Released Presenting… (1968) and Space Hymn (1969) on Capitol Records; developed a small cult following.

American psychedelic group formed in Denver and later based in New York, noted for early, inventive use of the Moog and the theremin (“Lothar”). They released two albums on Capitol—Presenting… (1968) and Space Hymn (1969)—and earned a small cult following. Reviews highlight their pop-psych eccentricity, sharp arrangements, and forward-looking electronics.