Is It ... Man or Astroman?
Man or Astro-man? · 1993
41 min · 14 tracks · surf music
A frenetic blend of surf rock, sci-fi themes, and playful experimentalism that ignites the imagination.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- playful energy for adventurous spirits
- short bursts of excitement
- imaginative themes for curious minds
- quick-paced fun for gatherings
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking long, introspective pieces
- prefer serious, somber tones
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1993, 'Is It ... Man or Astroman?' was Man or Astro-man?'s second studio album, following their debut 'Experiment Zero' from 1992. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their identity as pioneers in the surf punk genre with a unique aesthetic that combined retro sci-fi elements and high-energy instrumentals.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Bambi Molesters· Los Straitjackets· Dick Dale
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Taxidermist Surf 2:53
- 2 Invasion of the Dragonmen 2:14
- 3 Nitrous Burn Out 3:16
- 4 Clean Up on Aisle #9 (Turn Up the Monitors) 2:35
- 5 Journey to the Stars 2:28
- 6 Cowboy Playing Dead 1:54
- 7 Sadie Hawkins Atom Bomb 2:46
- 8 The Human Calculator 2:55
- 9 Organ Smash 1:46
- 10 Cattle Drive 2:50
- 11 Escape Through the Air Vent 2:23
- 12 Mermaid Love 3:20
- 13 Eric Estrotica 3:22
- 14 Alien Visitors 6:54
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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