The Soothsayers - I Dont Know Please Dont Be Mad

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Review by Jo-Lynne Shane

Album Review: I Don’t Know Please Don’t Be Mad by The Soothsayers Alright, so I stumbled across this gem from 1966 the other day—I Don’t Know Please Don’t Be Mad by The Soothsayers. It’s one of those garage rock albums that feels like it was recorded in someone’s basement, but in the best way possible. Released on Acropolis Record Company and produced by Gary Sallee, this thing has got grit, heart, and just enough raw energy to make you forget about whatever’s stressing you out. First off, let’s talk about the track “I Don’t Know.” Man, this song hits different. It’s messy, unpolished, and kinda sounds like the band didn’t even rehearse it—which is exactly why it works. The guitar riffs are all over the place, but they’ve got this infectious swagger that makes you wanna crank up the volume and pretend you’re fronting your own scrappy rock band for a hot minute. There’s something about the way the vocals waver between confident and unsure—it’s like they’re winging it, but somehow nailing it at the same time. You can tell these guys weren’t trying to be perfect; they were just having fun, and that vibe totally comes through. Then there’s “Don’t Be Mad.” This one’s got a little more structure, but still keeps that rough-around-the-edges charm. The drums have this pounding rhythm that feels like it could knock pictures off the wall if you turned it up loud enough (which, honestly, you should). And the lyrics? Super simple, almost throwaway, but somehow they stick with you. Like, hours later, I found myself humming the chorus without even realizing it. That’s the magic of garage rock—it doesn’t need to be complicated to grab hold of you. The whole album feels like a snapshot of a moment in time when rock music was still figuring itself out. These dudes weren’t worried about being polished or radio-friendly. They were just making noise because it felt good, and damn, does it show. Listening to this record feels like stepping into a smoky club in the ‘60s where everyone’s dancing like no one’s watching and spilling beer everywhere. Honestly, I think what sticks with me most about I Don’t Know Please Don’t Be Mad is how real it feels. In today’s world of auto-tune and slick production, hearing something so unapologetically raw is refreshing. Plus, it’s kind of wild to think that this album was made over 50 years ago and still holds up. Well, sorta holds up—I mean, don’t go expecting stadium anthems or anything. But if you’re into music that’s got character and isn’t afraid to be a little rough around the edges, check this one out. Oh, and here’s a random thought to leave you with: listening to this album makes me wonder if The Soothsayers ever got into an argument mid-recording and just decided to name the album after it. Wouldn’t that be hilarious?

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Artist: The Soothsayers
Album: I Dont Know Please Dont Be Mad
Rating: 4.23

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Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
Please, Don't Be Mad2:15
I Don't Know2:23

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Catalog Numbers

A-6601

Labels

Acropolis Record Company

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Formats

  • Vinyl
  • 7"
  • 45 RPM
  • Single

Companies

RoleCompany
Copyright (c)Acropolis Records

Credits

RoleCredit
ProducerGary Sallee

About The Soothsayers

Group from Greeley (Colorado, US). Members: - Dave VanOmen - rhythm guitar - John Gibson - lead guitar (John Reginald Gibson, born 16.07. 1946) - Rich Sallee - bass, lead vocals (Richard Owen Sallee, born 18.10. 1948) - Steve Jaynes - drums (Steven Russell Jaynes, born 04.08. 1949) - Rick Irvine - keyboards (Richard A. Irvine, born 30.06. 1947).

Real Name

    • The Soothsayers

Name Vars

  • Soothsayers

Members

  • Rich Sallee
  • Dave Van Omen
  • John Gibson

Interesting fact about Album

Here’s a fun fact: The Soothsayers' album *I Don’t Know Please Don’t Be Mad* is a hidden gem from the '60s garage rock scene. Released in 1966, it was produced by Gary Sallee and put out on the tiny Acropolis Record Company label. Back then, garage rock was all about raw energy and DIY vibes, and this album nails that perfectly. The title track alone captures the youthful rebellion of the era—simple, unpolished, but full of heart. It’s like a time capsule of how rock music sounded before it got all polished and mainstream.

Comments

ovidiu1974
ovidiu1974
2025-03-15
My grandpa!!!!!! John Gibson <3
gayatrithangjam
gayatrithangjam
2025-03-15
Diggin' deep! Impressive. Great song--and great channel!!
libertygalliano
libertygalliano
2025-03-14
Great song!!
himadrisekhardutta7407
himadrisekhardutta7407
2025-03-14
Colorado Psych I think I'm on a Rocky Mountain High
herzundkohle
herzundkohle
2025-03-14
Those harmonies are really nice. Sounds like the Byrds.
1689d
1689d
2025-03-13
Isn't it?! Thanks Steve, your comment made my day!
lucasbrafe
lucasbrafe
2025-03-13
They sound like The Byrds.
evandurand39
evandurand39
2025-03-12
SPOOKY hearing yourself on YouTube 47 years later! We were SOOOOO young! I was no more than 17 at the time of this recording.

Steve Jaynes - Soothsayers Drummer