James Lowe, the lead singer of the influential psychedelic rock band the Electric Prunes, has died at the age of 82 from natural causes. Formed in Los Angeles in 1965, the band was known for their hit "I Had Too Much to Dream (Last Night)" and their inclusion on the "Nuggets" compilation, which influenced generations of musicians. Lowe left the band in 1968 but reunited with other members in the 1990s, touring and recording. He was the last surviving original member.
James Lowe, singer of psychedelic rock trailblazers the Electric Prunes, dies aged 82
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TL;DR: Key points with love ❤️James Lowe, the lead singer of the influential psychedelic rock band the Electric Prunes, has died at the age of 82 from natural causes. Formed in Los Angeles in 1965, the band was known for their hit "I Had Too Much to Dream (Last Night)" and their inclusion on the "Nuggets" compilation, which influenced generations of musicians. Lowe left the band in 1968 but reunited with other members in the 1990s, touring and recording. He was the last surviving original member.
- 1 1943, March 5: James Lowe born in San Luis Obispo, California.
- 2 1965: The Electric Prunes formed in Los Angeles.
- 3 1966: "I Had Too Much to Dream (Last Night)" released, reaching No. 11 in the US.
- 4 1968: James Lowe left the Electric Prunes.
- 5 1969: "Just Good Old Rock and Roll" released by the "New Improved Electric Prunes."
- 6 1969: "Kyrie Eleison" from "Mass in F Minor" was used in the film "Easy Rider."
- 7 1970: The Electric Prunes split.
- 8 1972: The "Nuggets" compilation was released, featuring "I Had Too Much to Dream (Last Night)."
- 9 1990s: Interest in the band resurged, and Lowe began touring and recording with other members.
- 10 Current: James Lowe died aged 82.
- Loss of the last surviving original member of an influential psychedelic rock band
- Remembrance of his musical legacy and impact on the genre
What: James Lowe, the lead singer of the psychedelic rock band the Electric Prunes, died at the age of 82.
When: Died aged 82. Born on March 5, 1943. The band formed in 1965. Their hit single was released in 1966. Lowe left the band in 1968. The band's last album was released in 1969, and they split a year later. The 'Nuggets' compilation was released in 1972. Interest in the band resurged in the 1990s.
Where: Died of natural causes (specific location not mentioned). The band formed in Los Angeles, California. Lowe was born in San Luis Obispo, California, and lived in Hawaii for a time as a teenager.
Why: James Lowe died of natural causes.
How: His family announced his death in a statement on Facebook.