Blue Cheer’s Original Human Being is a cosmic swirl of heavy psych and proto-metal, a kaleidoscope of sound that feels like stumbling into the heart of a late-60s acid-fueled time machine. The album is raw yet refined—like the bastard lovechild of pure rock fury and an experimental sonic alchemist. It’s a bit cleaner than the fuzz-drenched madness of Vincebus Eruptum, but it doesn’t sacrifice the unhinged energy that makes Blue Cheer…well, Blue Cheer.
The opening track, “Good Times Are So Hard to Find,” is like a transmission from a parallel dimension where rock and roll is the only law. It’s gritty, infectious, and heavy without suffocating under its own weight. Each song pulls you deeper into their soundscape, from the bluesy wail of “Pilot” to the almost mystical, ethereal vibes of “Babaji (Twilight Raga).”
But don’t get too comfortable—this isn’t an album that plays nice. Tracks like “Sandwich” and “Tears in My Bed” keep you on edge, blending soulful lamentations with a bite that sinks deeper the more you listen. And just when you think you’ve figured it out, they throw in curveballs like the proto-glam swagger of “Preacher” or the lush orchestration of “Man on the Run.”
This record is a trip—not just through sound but through time, mood, and reality. Blue Cheer proves with Original Human Being that they’re not just sonic pioneers but architects of the psychedelic wild frontier. It’s not just an album; it’s an experience, and every spin takes you further down the rabbit hole. Whether you’re floating in the void or stomping through the mud, Blue Cheer has your soundtrack.
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