Peter Walker – Rainy Day Raga

A hypnotic blend of American folk, Indian classical, and flamenco traditions, Rainy Day Raga is the defining work of visionary guitarist Peter Walker. Released by Vanguard Records (VRS-9238) in 1967, this psychedelic folk-raga album charts new territory, merging meditative drones with intricate fingerpicking and improvisation.

Walker was part of the psychedelic scene surrounding Timothy Leary, and here he’s joined by an all-star cast including Jeremy Steig (flute), Bruce Langhorne (tambourine), and Jean-Pierre Merle (tamboura). The result is transcendent and timeless—a mind-expanding journey into raga-informed guitar music.

Tracklist:

Side One

1. Morning Joy
2. Norwegian Mood (Lennon–McCartney)
3. White Wind
4. Bianca
5. Spring

Side Two

1. Sunshine
2. Rainy Day Raga
3. Road to Marscota
4. April in Cambridge
5. River

Label: Vanguard Records
Catalog #: VRS-9238
Released: 1967
Genre: Psychedelic Folk / World / American Raga
Format: Vinyl, LP, Stereo
Country: USA
Condition: VG+
Personnel: Peter Walker (guitar), Jeremy Steig (flute), Bruce Langhorne (percussion), Jean-Pierre Merle (tamboura), Monte Dunn (2nd guitar), others
Produced by: Samuel Charters

Price: $75.00