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The Original Human Being

Blue Cheer · 1970

45 min · 11 tracks · hard rock

A raw fusion of hard rock and psychedelia that captures the chaos of late '60s counterculture.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo explorations
  • reflective moments of chaos
  • raw energy for socializing
  • nostalgic vibes of counterculture

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer fast-paced excitement
  • seek polished production quality

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on September 1, 1970, 'The Original Human Being' was Blue Cheer’s fourth studio album, following their significant commercial success with 'Vincebus Eruptum'. At this point in their career, the band was navigating a shifting musical landscape as psychedelic rock began to evolve into heavier sounds, marking a pivotal moment in their artistic direction.
Stylistic neighbors
Alice Cooper· Aerosmith· Holograf

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Good Times Are So Hard to Find 3:22
  • 2 Love of a Woman 4:35
  • 3 Make Me Laugh 5:06
  • 4 Pilot 4:49
  • 5 Babaji 3:46
  • 6 Preacher 4:01
  • 7 Black Sun 3:31
  • 8 Tears in My Bead 2:06
  • 9 Man of the Sun 3:58
  • 10 Sandwich 5:01
  • 11 Rest at Ease 5:34

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