Celebrate Record Store Day 2024 with Scenic’s Vinyl Debut of “The Acid Gospel Experience”

On the eve of Record Store Day 2024, Independent Project Records has unveiled a special treat for vinyl enthusiasts and fans of ambient, space-rock music. Scenic’s seminal album, “The Acid Gospel Experience,” is set to be released on vinyl for the first time ever, adding a tangible layer to its epic soundscape. The 73-minute masterpiece, originally released in 2002, has been meticulously remixed and remastered and will be presented on two LPs of translucent green vinyl.

A Journey from the Mojave to the Stars

Scenic, established by Savage Republic and Independent Project Records founder Bruce Licher, debuted in 1995. The band found inspiration in the stark landscapes of the Mojave Desert, brewing a post-psychedelic mix of surf rock with cinematic undertones reminiscent of Ennio Morricone. By their third album, “The Acid Gospel Experience,” Scenic had evolved their sound to explore new auditory terrains while maintaining their evocative, cinematic style.

This album transports listeners through an atmospheric blend of ambient space rock, expanding Scenic’s improvisational prowess. It incorporates a diverse array of instruments including sitar, vibes, and congas, alongside innovative guitar effects, to create a soothing, enveloping sound.

Tracks that Transport

From the upbeat, krautrock-inflected “Lightspeed” to the sprawling, 18-minute “A Journey Through The Outer Reaches of Inner Space,” the album weaves an impressionistic tapestry of psychedelia. It nods to the experimental vibes of early ’70s German rock while maintaining a distinctively Scenic flavor. The album also features contributions from minimalist icon Harold Budd, particularly noted on the track “Under a Wing.”

A Collector’s Dream

This limited edition release is sure to be a collector’s item, packaged in a deluxe Unipak-style gatefold jacket. Only 1,000 numbered copies will be available, making it a unique find for dedicated collectors and new listeners alike.

Larry Crane of Tape Op Magazine praised the original release, noting its rich blend of electronics and fuzzy guitars, highlighted by Budd’s ethereal piano.

Track Listing

• Side A:
  1. Year of the Rat
  2. The Acid Gospel Experience
• Side B:
  1. Lightspeed
  2. Under a Wing
  3. Lunar Afternoon
• Side C:
  1. Skylight
  2. Lightcord
  3. The Spheres
• Side D:
  1. A Journey Through The Outer Reaches of Inner Space

Prepare to immerse yourself in the expansive sonic world of Scenic as “The Acid Gospel Experience” makes its vinyl debut. This Record Store Day, don’t miss the chance to own a piece of music history.