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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 – 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 – 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 – 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”.