SECRET Rock 'n' Roll Mysteries of TOPANGA CANYON Canned Heat

#788 The SECRET Rock and Roll History of TOPANGA CANYON - Daily Travel Vlog (10/3/18)
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[@shirleytinney8917]

I and my boyfriend Don Massey in 1977-78, operated Mexican and American Food Restaurant inside the famous Topanga Corral owned at the time by Sydney Fish and his son in law Sandy Freeman. I remember Bear (Bob Hite) and rest of the Canned Heat Band members (minus Blind Al Wilson). They were regular house band that played usually every other weekend, sometimes more if needed for entertainment. I also baked home style pies, which Bear so much loved the organic orange custard pies that he'd have me bake one just for him and he'd take home to eat. He'd tease my boyfriend about wanting to steal me to take home just so I could be there to make pies for him. He was a very happy jolly kind hearted and talented friend to me and so many others. He is sadly missed by all that knew him. The LA Blues Band was another band that came in once in awhile,Tim McIntire was lead singer and also missed from his passing from heart attack. He was extremely talented musician and nice caring person. So many other musical groups played and many discovered by talent scouts to become known like a band came in called Get The Knack, playing song My Shirona that got them fame and their named shortened to The Knack. Terry William's Band was good too. Gary Busey played a weekend promoting a movie The Buddy Holly Story which he played role of Buddy Holly. Patty Davis was a fairly regular patron, she'd come get me from kitchen to dance to On The Road Again Canned Heat song, at the time I wasn't aware that Ronald Reagan then California Governor was her Dad. Neil Young came in quite often as a patron mainly when Canned Heat played. I'm sure that I probably prepared munchies for him. I have many fond memories of the Topanga Corral.

[@theyrekrnations8990]

You could probably write a book or something .

[@brianmarcus6005]

Wow, just stumbled across this vid. Bob Hite managed my dad's record store before getting signed to record label. I was 16 and I would go up to Topanga and hang out with Bob. He would play old blues records for hours and play me all the great's from Muddy Water's to John Lee Hooker. Bob Had the largest blues collection of records wall to wall ceiling to floor that blue my mind. Those were the Daze.

[@tonym994]

I understand he met Al Wilson at that record shop.

[@tammijo]

Love anything about Jim Morrison :)

[@lethrbear32]

Blind Owl's death was due to barbiturates. A common side effect was people would forget that they took them and would take more. He frequently slept up the hill in the back of the house in a sleeping bag. He loved nature, and that's where he was found. The original Bob Hite house was washed away in the floods of 73, and the current house was built in 1990. Rest well Bob and Alan. Your music shaped my listening taste from a very young age. Thank you.

[@lastnamefirst4035]

I recall seeing Canned Heat in a small venue many years ago. Alot of seconal being passed out in the crowd and apparently the band had taken a few bc they kept falling down on stage

[@tonym994]

@@lastnamefirst4035 that is hilarious, even tho I shouldn't laff. when Hite collapsed at the Palomino, they didn't try getting him up, because he so often collapsed. but that was the end for him. there's a story around that junk was in the vial that a fan gave him. but speed was alive and well at the time. meth is nothing new.

[@tonym994]

@Hairy Pothead from a clean shaven pothead, I say rock on, HP.

[@lauriecoleman6361]

If the canyons could talk...great vlog Jordan!

[@ronmaatita8845]

Ahhhh Topanga. I commuted through it off and on for 25 years. Could almost do it blindfolded!!!

[@michelleeaton7955]

I love canned heat. My parents played a lot of it while I was growing up. I had no idea that he died at the age of 27 just weeks before Jimmie Hendrix and Janice, wow. Great but sad story. Love Neil young and the doors too. Great vlog. Jah is so cute, love that pup

[@jfiorello68]

Hello from Florida! I live only a few blocks from Jim Morrison's birthplace. Great vlog as always!

[@scottieburnett5606]

1960s Rock n Roll Topanga Canyon Style was cool. After viewing the vlog, I listened to the boyish, bluesy voice of Alan Wilson singing “On the Road Again.” Your vlogs have introduced me to many artists. I’m glad Canned Heat was on your list to vlog. 🦁

[@GDavin]

I don't know how I missed this vlog. I remember Canned Heat, great band. Thank you Jordan and God Bless you and Jah!🙏😇❤️

[@margaritanazario3431]

What a sad story. Glad to paid tribute to him. Loved the view!!! Congrats again on the baby. Hope they’re all doing well.

[@mayspondmogul]

Hi everyone here from Seattle I grew up listening to Nirvana I brought the cd in early 90s to music class blew those kids minds!lol And I Love Jim the Doors music is timeless my god one of the coolest people to Ever walk the earth I love the movie Val Kilmer was Jim. Thanks Jordan👍

[@donnaregister6141]

I agree 100% . Damn he was sexy!!!

[@cindazoo]

Had heard so much about Topanga canyon, had no idea what it looked like, its really rustic. Thanks for taking us there. Jah and his fan club, he sure cleans up..lol Give him a hug from all of us.

[@williamzoom]

Jah make's out like a bandit every time the mail man shows up :)

[@DazewithJordantheLion]

Definitely!

[@bobski7032]

Many years ago I was on the boardwalk in Atlantic City with my parents while Canned Heat was giving a free concert at the Steel Pier we stopped and listened for a few songs as my dad was a fan so officially my first concert was Canned Heat at age 6

[@FACTORYDIRECT100]

Thank you so much. I’ve been wanting to have this done for so long. Thanks Jordan.

[@rev.jennyosorio7003]

Wow! Alan Wilson was a beautiful soul. 😢

[@kstewskis]

Topanga Canyon was always a trip! Although I grew up and lived at the very north end (in Chatsworth), I used to drive through the canyon frequently on the way to the beach, and daily to commute to school in the mid 80’s. It’s a pretty timeless place!

[@mantovannni]

My old mate "dicky" Dave saw Canned Heat and Hendrix at the Isle of White festival in the Early 70's Hendrix's last performance. Dave played a mean blues harp too.

[@Julo87]

Hendrix last Show was at Fehmarn in Germany

[@kimchen5775]

Thanks for sharing this with us.

[@sondraerabideau6688]

Alan Wilson had a wonderful distinctive voice. So sad that he suffered from depression. I never knew this about him and the band. Thanks for this 🦁❤️!!

[@debbiemoeller2169]

Love "Roadhouse Blues." Jim Morrison ❤❤❤❤❤. I loved your vlog when you went to his grave in Paris. So sad about the 27 club. Canned Heat was a good band. So sad too. Neil Young was an icon. Never been to Topanga Canyon. Looks lovely. Thank you Jordan for this informative vlog. Jah is so precious. Lovebug. ...much love to you and Jah ❤ ❤ ❤ ❤

[@misheru10417]

Thanks for making these videos! Everywhere I have ever wanted to go!! ❤️❤️. Watch your channel every morning. Oh and I LOVE Jah!

[@lauriealexander5857]

Love your work!!!! Another good one!!!❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@paulettekelley6219]

The needle and the damage done by Neil Young comes to mind

[@bonnieblenders4606]

Sure love old California. Not much left. 😪

[@tnjsmithts]

More Topanga rock stories please. Love Love Love.

[@jasonmcgovern1364]

Great vlog, strange what happened to those houses built on that land. Topanga Canyon looks beautiful when you did the view shot and loved that frog at Frogies. Such a shame someone else with talent died so young. Well done again Jordan.

[@mitziconway2522]

Loved the vlog, Thanks for sharing

[@horrorfandad7782]

Canned Heat has a song..Going up the country for Gieco Commercials.

[@DazewithJordantheLion]

Yep!

[@maryannseiber2789]

Another great blog Jordan! As always, I love seeing The Jawster...I love seeing him get treats from The Lion hearts...it's so cute. He's so cute!

[@sheilaneal-riley684]

Great vlog Jordan. I liked Canned Heat's music. Topanga Canyon looks like a groovy place! I remember it being mentioned in the book Helter Skelter. I believe its where an early victim lived. Love the Jahster and congrats to M ichael and his missus on their new baby~

[@michellevartuli9297]

Very good vlog! I enjoyed it!

[@mcgintymedia4316]

I subscribed this morning during the John Wayne "Wild Goose" video. These videos are so positive and informative! I look forward to binging! Its great to be a part of these historical travels!

[@dirtydave2691]

Having grown up in Southern California from 1965 to 1987 I can't tell you what a cool trip your vlogs are for me. Folks these creepy places are all over So Cal. We used to go to a place in hills of Orange County where a guy supposedly crashed his car and then was hit after he crawled out in the road. Fun, spooky and all too often sad tales............but the weather is nice!

[@audreycaldwell3896]

I live in Topanga, but i was entirely unaware of the fact that the abandoned house was where Alan Wilson died. Also, the “cool house” is right down the street from me, haha. Thank you for making this video!

[@elsizzle2000]

Ay you pretty cute

[@Rose-tn2ty]

Love Canned Heat. Never hear about them much so thanks for doing a bit on them!!

[@mariaday712]

Good vlog. I don't much about Canned Heat. Glad Michael's baby is finally here.

[@theyrekrnations8990]

Nice vid! From Minnesota I've only heard of these places and never been there. Love the Canned Heat and all of the great stories and history from these areas of So Cal

[@magz98610]

Another fabulous vlog Jordan good work ;)

[@eddiemurray4538]

You’ve GOTTA start a tour company Jordan! I love these vlogs about 60’s music.

[@esthergarcia1373]

We were fortunate to drive thru Topanga Canyon every time I had a Drs appt. After a few years the drive got too hectic and trafficked due to having to drive thru the canyon from Burbank to Beverly Hills then having to wait about an hour to see my eye specialist then fight traffic back thru the canyon to get home. But the scenery and history behind Topanga Canyon made the trip worthwhile for a few years then finally I found another eye specialist who was closer to home and more punctual with his patients as well as more caring fortunately for us. Thanks for the tour of this old rock and roll era that now is legendary and soon not forgotten. Rock on ❣️🙏🏻🌈🐕‍🦺

[@wendymcfadyen-allerby6142]

those palm trees are interesting. Good news about your friends. Another learning adventure. Tyvm Jordan

[@pamswilder51]

Loved it!

[@maureen-hippiemama5834]

My favorite kind of vlogs are rock vlogs!!!

[@trevorrandom]

Another great video didn't know about this at all ☺

[@celestine811]

Nice one Jordan ! thank you ;-)

[@dazzlingchick]

💋Awesome thanks again. Blessings Love and Light 💖Carli

[@alexandra3133]

My bad Jordan! I should have known you DID blog this. Thank you! I love to visit Topanga Canyon from NM!

[@smellanalan]

Really enjoy this type of content. Have always wanted to check the area out… thank you!

[@binky2596]

Thanks for preserving and sharing history. Belinda in NC

[@bernardofitzpatrick5403]

Would also love to transition in the midst of nature, when time comes. From what I see of Topanga, from ure volg, it really resonates with me. On the road again!

[@mrDCunningham]

Really cool vlog. I didn't know anything about that

[@cindycinnamon1965]

Wow, I did not know he passed away at the age of 27 as well! And I had no idea about that's where Roadhouse Blues came from. Learned two new things today. Thanks for sharing your knowledge.

[@jonesy2111]

Canned Head were a great band... Blind Owl had a unique style all his own and certainly deserves more acknowledgement and respect besides another member of the 27 Club.

[@ccrider00]

He sang Canned Heat BIGGEST HITS (2) GOING UP THE COUNTRIE- ON THE ROAD AGAIN. ALWAYS ENVISIONED THE BEAR SINGING THOSE SONGS FOR SOME REASON. I WOULD THINK TO MYSELF- " FOR SUCH A BIG GUY HE SURE CAN SING IN A HIGH PITCHED VOICE WHEN HE WANTS TO" OFCOURSE LATER ON I SAW THAT IT WASN'T THE BEAR WHO SANG THOSE GREAT 2 SONGS, BUT ALAN WILSON !!! I MUST ADMIT I WAS A LITTLE SURPRISED, BUT A LITTLE DISAPPOINTED ALSO! I FIGURED IT WAS THE BEAR, THE FRONT MAN OF CANNED HEAT THOSE 2 BIG HITS!! SAME THING WITH THE HOUSE IN TOPANGA CYN ,ALWAYS HEARD- ALWAYS THOUGHT FOR YEARS THAT IT WAS HIS OLD RESIDENCE. EVEN WENT THERE 1 TIME TO CHECK IT OUT! I WAS AMAZED AT ALL THE WORK AND EFFORT THAT WAS PUT IN TO THAT PLACE! IT'S WAY BIGGER ON THE INSIDE THAN IT LOOKS ON THE OUTSIDE. BUT IT IN DISARAY AND DELAPATED, WITH A THICK LAYER OF MUD ON THE LOWER FLOORS, Graffiti everywhere paying homage to big BEAR BOB HITE !!!! I THOUGHT "THIS WAS DEFINITELY THE BEARS HOUSE FOR SURE, IT'S SO TRIPPY AND FAR OUT,A REAL STATEMENT TO HOW COOL AND FAR OUT THE BEAR REALLY WAS. IF THIS WAS CLEANED AND STRAIGHTENED OUT THIS DEFINITELY BE THE ULTIMATE!!!THEN I NOTICED A BIG TENT IN 1 OF THE ROOMS,AND I QUIETLY GOT THE HELL OUT OF THERE!!!!THAT WAS OVER 10 YRS AGO, AND COME TO FIND OUT BEARS HOUSE WAS WASHED AWAY DURING A RAGING FLOOD IN 67. THAT MYTH OF THAT HOUSE BEING BOB HITES HOUSE WAS A TALL TALE!!! AFTER BOB,S HOUSE GOT WASHED AWAY IN 67 BOB WAS OUT OF THERE, HIS WHOLE HOUSE WAS NOT THERE ANYMORE!!! BUT WHO EVER BOUGHT THE PROPERTY AND DESIGNED THAT NEW PLACE SPENT ALLOUGHT OF MONEY,AND HEART AND SOUL INTO CONSTRUCTION OF THAT PROPERTY !!! AS IF IT WAS MEANT TO BE A TRIBUTE, OR A MONUMENT TO BOB,BLIND OWL, SUNFLOWER, MOLE AND FITO!! IM QUITE SURE THE PERSON OR PERSONS WHO BUILT THAT COOL-FAR OUT HOUSE ON THAT SPOT WHERE BOB,S OLD ONCE STOOD WERE BIG FANS OF THEIR GREAT BOOGIE MUSIC!!!! AFTER ALLLLL THAT MOOONEY, AND WOOOORK PUT IN THAT PLACE,THE COUNTY SHUT THE WHOLE PLACE DOOOWN!!!!!

[@appledoreman]

Enjoyed "watching the world through your Topanga Window..." (Jay Ferguson, 1968).

[@Bandit1316]

thank you, have driven by this spot every day for many years. Seen different structures. always wondered about the spot..

[@stephaniesometimess]

I never looked into Canned Heat before so thank you for the information

[@jabbahursty]

i really appreciate these stories you tell. they even makes me want to live in los angeles

[@LizzzzzLemon]

Love anything Laurel Canyon - and now Tepanga Canyon!

[@normajean010626]

Nice Jordan, pretty interesting

[@williepoe9026]

Topanga is haunted and weird as all get out. Seen ghost walking the street. I loved topanga . Camped out behind the topanga store for a few months

[@lethrbear32]

They say that native spirits are in the old "snake pit" area. That's sacred land out there.

[@rca6576]

It's a little sad reading these comments that most people think the only fame Goin Up The Country got is from a Geico commercial! That was probably their most famous song and has been used in countless films and soundtracks about the sixties. It's one of the most iconic songs of that time.They were a great band.

[@terrilltrashysymons4823]

You are correct about everything. Lived there 1970 to 1999, a great time to live.

[@Cakemaster2341]

So interesting.. I would love to visit Topanga.

[@MonerPutul]

Nice vlog. Places are so cool

[@lbjordan5082]

This brings back memories of Marin county San Francisco sound of late 60s and early 70s. Towns of mill valley, Stinson beach, fairfax and Sausalito, Jefferson airplane, Crosby Stiles and Nash, Blood sweat and tears, and occasional sitings of Janis Joplin.

[@gregh7457]

back in 68-or 69 was a young kid hanging around a burger joint in petaluma called The square balloon where my older brother worked. A van pulled up with a with a bunch of hippies that kinda scared me as they rolled out so i took off on my bicycle. My brother later told me that was a group called the grateful dead. I was unimpressed lol, i didn't care much for hippies. My dad would drive us into the city and my brother and i would laugh and point at them.

[@TuesdayAfternoon]

Excellent vlog. 👍

[@BogattheMoon]

He moved there after Canned Heat's Laurel Canyon home located on Lookout Mt. Dr., by Joni M., and Graham N., burned to the ground like countless others in L. Canyon. Died at 27, no autopsy performed. Just over 10yrs later Bear dies at 36, after mentioning in an interview that they used to party with members of the Manson's.

[@user-vq3si6td1b]

Who is Bear???

[@user-vq3si6td1b]

@@rich107s Thanks

[@TheGrinddcore]

Funny, a little diddy, "Goin up the country..." from a funny Geico ad was on my mind, wondering who did that song...then your post jogged my memory. Thanks for another real good one. I dont know if you have ever heard of an old cultic kind of commune called zendik Farm? I can't remember if they actually had a little location in Topanga Canyon or not but they had some literature and a cheap novel by one of their followers that refered to Topanga canyon a lot and it was weird stuff. they eventually moved to San Diego County then I think to Texas where their leader died

[@rosalieallen8828]

A spot at the doggie park. Cruising Topanga Canyon en its the road JM lyriced in his song. (WOW !!) A baby visit en hearing about soneone i neva knew who sang On the road again. ALAN (Blind Owl) Wilson . Everything is so much more fascinating when u have insight. So kool Jordan.

[@rollydoucet8909]

So much history. If the canyon walls could talk.

[@steveperry921]

And here I always thought the title "After The Goldrush" had some deep meaning. At least Neil didn't name it "Before My Shower" or "On The Way To The Post Office" 😄 Great vlog, dude. I love especially love your music vlogs.

[@feralLove]

the pampered pooch!! 🐕💜😁 That property is probably an old burial ground not respected by the living upsetting the spirits there. Addiction is a beast for real 💔😞😔😢 shout out to those in recovery!! Neil Young is definitely the grandfather of grunge. I feel that the album "After the Gold Rush" contains some of the most hauntingly beautiful songs of all times. I've never been to Topanga Canyon so it's great to get a glimpse of the place which inspired so many legendary musicians and artists! 😁 OH, and the band "Canned Heat" rocked!! Loved this vlog

[@francismichaud8396]

How about Lowell George of Little Feat? I believe he lived in Topanga canyon.

[@donnicholas7552]

Cool video!

[@Bandit1316]

I watched Froggy's change too! been there for dinner many times. there is a connection to the Reel Inn on PCH too. do a vlog on that.

[@normanbuffett4642]

Thanks so much. I thought blind Al od'd in Laurel canyon. Still he is one of my favorite blues men. Glad I got to see exactly where he died.

[@sandrathesimmer]

Always happy to support my favourite KZbinr :D Another great vlog!

[@sallylouise9826]

Sad about Alan Wilson listened to canned heat on the radio growing up ; great story and video thanks Jordan ! 👍🏻💙🇺🇸🎥🎬😎🐶🦁🎼👍🏻

[@DazewithJordantheLion]

Thanks Sally. I hope you are well!

[@darylturcott]

Looks like a great location, I can't believe no one has rebuilt there.

[@anthonygallegos4342]

The first house was swept away by a flood,he would take barbs to help him sleep,he was forgetful and unorganized,plus he had attempted to kill himself by driving his car off a cliff. I think he just took to many to sleep.

[@diorme7510]

♪♫ Roll Roll Roll Ya Gotta FIll My Soul Allright ♫♪

[@garbage854]

Good video :)

[@ElvisPresleyWorldwide]

This is what I would call "cutting edge obscure". Great backstory as always, J. Thanks.

[@feedthehungry1]

What up Jordan This is Heath again nice video bro just wanted to say looks like Jason's Woods watch out buddy Jason could be right around the corner wasn't that were Friday the 13th Part 4 the Final Chapter with Tommy Jarvis and a Jarvis house sit somewhere right around there. Really cool stuff about Jim Morrison and can he never knew about candy dude thanks for the info bro

[@gregchervenak2602]

I love your rock n roll vlogs so much cool history out there

[@zmm454]

Blackie Dammett who is the Anthony Kiedis's dad used to live at Topanga Canyon in the late 60s early 70s go read his book Lord of the sunset strips so many incredible stories because he met and was friend with bands like Led Zeppelin Doors The Who Alice Cooper Hendrix and others

[@kathleenfreeman9665]

You and Jah are adorable 💕❤

[@lilajagears8317]

Alan died from a barbiturate overdose.

[@Linda-pw8gx]

When I die, I want to come back as jah!!

[@anthonygallegos4342]

Bear had a garden behind the house,he was found in his sleeping bag.

[@yolandadelazerda207]

So much interesting rock n roll history! Good job! The history of the various LA canyons, rock n roll or otherwise, never ceases to fascinate me!

[@mladyriad]

I used to hang with 🐻 of CH at TC as well as Billy Grey they were my body guards of sorts~the corral was my hang out in the early 70z. Still hope someone finds out what happened to the Warriors of the Rainbow. I dated the bass player Richard Tepp. The laurel canyon crowd used to frequent as well lots of well knowns like CSN &Y Peter Fonda etc always wondered why there’s no book about the corral yet. Lotsa history of many groovy ppl~lol Cheerz~Ria

[@DazewithJordantheLion]

Very cool

[@darrenmusoj5088]

Ria Davis id say you have some memories☺

[@chrisc1623]

Lol 1510 your dog scared me...lol

[@sarakeith5480]

You always find so many amazing areas and people to vlog!! Thanks for sharing Topanga Canyon!

[@Gang155]

Option #2 was a great vlog! I always enjoy how you match up old photos to locations. Watching your vlogsover time has opened me up to wanting to learn more about musicians and not just actors. That's new for me and I'm loving it!

[@robyvt]

Great👏👏👏👏👏

[@clarkewi]

I used to live in Topanga and could hear Charles Manson jamming at the Corral. Before the murder spree.

[@marykosmas4404]

I'm new to your channel loving it and Jah... love that little dog the star of the show .. ur awesome to Jordan ..

[@DazewithJordantheLion]

Thank you