The Folk Phenom Who Vanished: What Happened To David Ackles? [Episode 311]

In 1972, David Ackles’s third album, American Gothic , was released. The music press declared it the album of the year. Melody Maker called it a classic. The Sunday Times described it as "the Sgt. Pepper of folk", suggesting that it heralded a whole new direction in music. After a fourth and final album in 1973 Ackles vanished. What became of David Ackles? Find out in this episode with author Mark Brend. Purchase a copy of Down River: In Search Of David Ackles Follow Mark Brend on Bluesky Find out more about Mark Brend and Down River at Jawbone Press ---------- BookedOnRock.com The Booked On Rock Store The Booked On Rock YouTube Channel Follow The Booked On Rock with Eric Senich: BLUESKY FACEBOOK INSTAGRAM TIKTOK X Find Your Nearest Independent Bookstore Contact The Booked On Rock Podcast: thebookedonrockpodcast@gmail.com The Booked On Rock Music: “Whoosh” by Crowander / “Last Train North” & “No Mercy” by TrackTribe