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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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • playful experimentation with energy
  • short bursts of excitement
  • for spontaneous gatherings
  • frenetic pacing that invigorates
  • quirky themes for adventurous listeners

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer longer, immersive tracks
  • seek emotional depth and nuance

Where this album fits

Career context
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.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 The Wayward Meteor 2:56
  • 2 Rovers 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 2:55
  • 8 The Powerful Fully-Transistorized Dick Tracy Two-Way Wrist Radio 1:46
  • 9 Reverb 1000 2:08
  • 10 Transmissions From Venus 2:39
  • 11 Green-Blooded Love 1:15
  • 12 Within a Martian Heart 1:43

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