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Hip Glossary – Hash Bash
Hash Bash: The Nations First and longest running protest for the legalization of Marijauna. (Takes place at the University of Michigan every April 1st). Also a show/contest displaying various types of hashish and marijuana in Amsterdam.
Hip Glossary – Hashish
Hashish: Compressed potent form of marijuana, produced in the Middle East, Himalayan region and Africa. Also known as hash. Process removes resin containing THC from the marijuana plant usually using screens, or hands.
Hip Glossary – Hassle
Hassle: A bother, something that you’d rather not deal with. “Don’t hassle me about the rent, I’ll get it later.”
Hip Glossary – Tom Hayden
Tom Hayden: Political activist, one of the Chicago Seven, ex-husband of Jane Fonda. Now a congressman from California.
Hip Glossary – Headbands
Headbands: Headbands keep your long hair out of your face. They also mop up the sweat on warm days. And since men don’t usually wear berets or other feminine hair restraints, the headband does the job. A brightly colored bandana… Continue reading
Hip Glossary – Head
Head: Some one who does certain drugs like “pot head” or “acid head”.
Hip Glossary – Jimi Hendrix
Jimi Hendrix: At this point in history, the greatest guitar player who ever lived. Jimi could coax sounds from his axe that no one had ever heard before. His guitar mastery impressed every great musician since. His on stage persona… Continue reading
Hip Glossary – Head Shops
Head Shops: Boutique stores that catered to hippies or the young. Clothes, comics, beads, candles, jewelry and drug paraphernalia were obtainable at these shops.. they also made good hang outs.
Hip Glossary – Head Trip
Head Trip: To play games with someone’s mind. A person or situation that messes with your mind.
Hip Glossary – Heavy Metal
Heavy Metal: Hard, loud rock music, characterized by a heavy beat and thunderous guitars. Term originated with Steppenwolf (heavy metal thunder) in the song “Born to Be Wild”.