Beyond the Black Hole
Man or Astro-man? · 2001
28 min · 12 tracks · surf music
A frenetic blend of surf rock and science fiction themes, propelled by electric energy and playful experimentation.
Beyond the Black Hole is an album by Man or Astro-man?, released in 2001. A frenetic blend of surf rock and science fiction themes, propelled by electric energy and playful experimentation. The album is notable for its unique fusion of sci-fi aesthetics with surf rock, influencing a wave of bands exploring similar themes in the early 2000s. Its experimental approach garnered attention from niche audiences and highlighted the band's role in revitalizing instrumental rock during this period. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Beyond the Black Hole sound like?
A frenetic blend of surf rock and science fiction themes, propelled by electric energy and playful experimentation. Rooted in surf music.
What makes Beyond the Black Hole by Man or Astro-man? notable?
The album is notable for its unique fusion of sci-fi aesthetics with surf rock, influencing a wave of bands exploring similar themes in the early 2000s. Its experimental approach garnered attention from niche audiences and highlighted the band's role in revitalizing instrumental rock during this period. When 'Beyond the Black Hole' was released in 2001, Man or Astro-man? was solidifying their reputation as genre innovators within the surf rock scene. This album followed their previous release, 'Experiment Zero,' and showcased their continued evolution in sound and concept, cementing their status as cult favorites among underground music circles.
How many songs are on Beyond the Black Hole?
Beyond the Black Hole has 12 tracks, running approximately 28 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 The Wayward Meteor 2:56
- 2 Rovers Standout 2:11
- 3 The Quatermass Phenomena 2:57
- 4 Polaris 3:23
- 5 The Vortex Beyond 2:21
- 6 24 Hrs 2:23
- 7 Surf Terror Standout 2:55
- 8 The Powerful Fully-Transistorized Dick Tracy Two-Way Wrist Radio 1:46
- 9 Reverb 1000 2:08
- 10 Transmissions From Venus Standout 2:39
- 11 Green-Blooded Love 1:15
- 12 Within a Martian Heart 1:43
Release Date
January 1, 2001
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
28 min 41 sec
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