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Fact #92092

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An article in Newsweek magazine describes the vast numbers of new bands in San Francisco, all claiming to be part of the fast-growing "hippy" movement. The feature mentions that many of the groups have "whimsical irrelevant names" such as The Jefferson Airplane, The Grateful Dead, Quicksilver Messenger Service, Big Brother and Holding Company, and the 13th Floor Elevators.