Donovan - Superlungs (1966)

I don't know what to say other than when I bought the Troubadour compilation box set this was on in the 1990s, this track really blew my mind! Only recently did I become aware of the fact that the official version of this song was re-recorded and released in 1969 on the album Barabajagal, but find that I prefer this version for its edgier psychedelic sound. It was recorded apparently when Donovan switched over from folk to psychedelic pop and recorded "Sunshine Superman" (the date given is May 1966). In fact, it was supposed to be released on that album, but was held back. Thus the original track was never released and the song later re-recorded as "Superlungs My Supergirl" for Barabajagal. The original cut, simply entitled "Superlungs", was unknown until it appeared on the 1992 box set Troubadour. I don't know all the musicians who played on this track, but the organ certainly sounds a lot like Richard Wright of Pink Floyd, particularly during the instrumental break where the organ is featured. This video is among the most psychedelic visually I have done. Hope you enjoy it and the song!