Neighb'rhood Childr'n
| Company type | Band |
|---|---|
| Industry | Music |
| Founded | 1963 |
| Headquarters | San Francisco, California , United States |
| Products | Psychedelic pop and rock music |
The Neighb'rhood Childr'n were a psychedelic pop and rock ensemble originating from San Francisco, California, active mainly during the late 1960s.
History
Initially formed in 1963 in Phoenix, Oregon, under the name The Navarros, the group began as a teenage band specializing in surf music and rhythm and blues. The founding lineup consisted of Rick Bolz, George Gleim, Dyan Hoffman, John Morrison, and Gary Campbell. After producing a single for their local audience, they moved to San Francisco and immersed themselves in the psychedelic rock scene. When Morrison was drafted into military service, Tom Ryan took over on drums. Subsequently, Campbell and Gleim enlisted in the Army Reserve, and Ryan departed as well. Their replacements were guitarist Ron Raschdorf and drummer W. A. Farrens, both hailing from Oroville, California. It was at this stage that the band adopted the name The Neighb'rhood Childr'n.
In 1968, they issued a self-titled album via the Acta label, which has since become a sought-after collectible. The band toured extensively, supporting prominent acts such as The Who, The Grass Roots, Deep Purple, and The Beau Brummels; they also briefly toured with The Turtles. Facing challenges on the road, the group shifted toward a spiritual direction and rebranded themselves as White Horse. They recorded a second album for Dot Records; however, it was never released due to the label's shutdown. Unable to find another recording contract, the band ultimately dissolved in 1970.
Influences
Their musical style was often compared to Jefferson Airplane, particularly because of the vocal harmonies between Dyan Hoffman and Rick Bolz. Additionally, their sound bore resemblance to that of The Turtles.
Albums
- Neighb'rhood Childr'n (1968)
- Long Years in Space (1997) (a compilation featuring the original album plus additional tracks)
Singles
- "Please Leave Me Alone"/"Happy Child" (1968, Acta)
- "Behold The Lilies"/"I Want Action" (1968, Acta)
- "She's Got No Identification"/"?" (1968)
- "Woman Think"/"On Our Way" (1969, Dot)