ALAN WATTS - WHY NOT NOW (1970)

Recorded in 1969 and originally released by Together Records (catalog ST-T-1021), this double album presents Alan Watts at his most engaging, delivering a series of live talks that blend Eastern philosophy, Zen Buddhism, and playful existential musings. Across four sides—sequenced as Sides 1 and 4 on the first LP and Sides 2 and 3 on the second—the album offers approximately 45 minutes per disc of spoken-word brilliance, with titles like "The Beginning of the Ending of Thoughts," "The Silence of Sounds," "You Two Can Be One," and the titular "Why Not Now."

Watts’ warm, resonant voice guides listeners through a journey of self-discovery, challenging conventional perceptions of reality and inviting a deeper awareness of the present moment. The minimalist packaging, typical of the era’s countercultural releases, lets the content shine, making it a perfect artifact for collectors and spiritual seekers alike. Whether you’re a longtime admirer of Watts’ work or a newcomer to his philosophy, this 2LP set is a captivating sonic experience that bridges the intellectual and the transcendent, urging you to ask: Why not now?