4.9 - Roky Erickson (The 13th Floor Elevators)

Roky was instrumental in the psychedelic and horror rock genres, paving the way for many musicians to come - but he was also plagued with paranoid schizophrenia, which pulled him into his own head and away from the music world for some time. Roky was able to make a strong comeback into music after spending years as a recluse. Learn about his life and career in this episode! Listen for the accompanying playlist for this episode on Spotify at https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7dRnIXCnedZXE8kfjiid3Q?si=06beace7163342a4 .Support the Show.