Spacemen 3
Transparent Radiation

LA RECENSIONE

In the heart of the enchanted sonic dimension of "Transparent Radiation," I find the quintessence of the musical genius of Spacemen 3, an experience that, from my perspective, even surpasses the famous "The Perfect Prescription."

This psychedelic journey, over 38 minutes long, should not be considered an EP but a true album. The music unfolds through the visions of the band's sonic imagination, offering a panorama rich in depth and nuances. The opening with the cover of "Transparent Radiation" by the Red Crayola immediately captures attention, introducing the listener to a complex and multifaceted sonic universe. Then follows "Ecstasy Symphony," a sonic epic extending over nine minutes, a cosmic journey that guides the listener through unknown dimensions, embracing the very essence of psychedelia. The reinterpretation of "Transparent Radiation" in "Transparent Radiation (Flashback)," with its nearly eight minutes, presents itself as a distant reverberation of a memory, adding further layers of depth to the overall experience. "Things 'll Never Be The Same," with its nearly six minutes, stands out for a pulsating bass, a tangible homage to Suicide, while "Starship" (by MC5 and Sun Ra) concludes the work with an enveloping majesty, bringing the journey to a sumptuous conclusion. In this context,

"Transparent Radiation" emerges as the definitive album of Spacemen 3, an artistic statement that transforms the act of listening into a deep connection with the very essence of the band's musical creativity. Each track, like a piece of a psychedelic mosaic, contributes to creating a work that goes beyond mere listening, immersing the listener in a sonic vortex of magic and mystery. I believe that in the musical scene of the '80s, no one has achieved anything superior. Music to be listened to in an altered state following the band's advice or even without as the effect is the same.