The year is 1967 and a band of young musicians are developing a following in the Detroit-Windsor area. Their unique blend of improvised music and world sounds not only attracts a hippie contingent but also difficulties with bikers, cops, and criminals. Slow Dancing In Fast Times embodies the cultural collisions of that era. As each player navigates troubles with drugs, homophobia, racism, or tragedies from the past, the novel highlights how music can become medicine during tough times. It’s a tale of resilience, recovery, and lasting relationships forged within a band.