This week, we honor the memory of Mark Volman — one half of the iconic duo Flo & Eddie, founding member of The Turtles, and a cornerstone of the 1960s pop-rock explosion.
To celebrate his life and legacy, we’re sharing a special audio tribute:
Featuring a roundtable of musicians, historians, and friends — Godfrey Townsend, Charles Rosenay, Mark Arnold, and Andy Cahan — this heartfelt episode reflects on Mark’s life, his music, and the joy he brought to audiences around the world.
Why Mark Mattered
Mark Volman’s music — and his spirit — helped define a generation. This tribute episode reminds us why his voice (literally and creatively) mattered so much. It’s a joyful, moving, and at times hilarious conversation that captures the groovy magic of the '60s and beyond.
About the Book
Not Just Happy Together: The Turtles from A‑Z (AM Radio to Zappa) is our definitive, all‑color paperback look at one of rock’s most enduring and beloved bands. Written by Mark Arnold and Charles F. Rosenay!!!, this book spans everything from The Turtles’ earliest days as The Crossfires to their chart‑topping hits, their theatrical turn with Frank Zappa’s Mothers of Invention, and their later work as Flo & Eddie.
If you’ve loved “Happy Together,” you’ll find even more to discover here: every song, every album, this book deep dives into the stories behind the music, plus includes interviews with band members and associates offering new revelations—even for longtime fans. It’s a celebration of Mark Volman’s legacy, his craft, and the joy that The Turtles’ music continues to bring.
Order the book here: Not Just Happy Together: The Turtles from A-Z
