Florence-based psych-pop visionaries Plastic Man are back, not just with a new album, but with an electrifying live session filmed at GRS Recording Studio. This intimate performance features standout tracks “Molly” and “Mate” from their critically praised latest album, ‘The End and the Beginning’ (released April 2025), alongside a nod to their roots with “He Didn’t Know” from their debut EP.

Shot in an intimate studio setting, the YouTube live session captures Plastic Man in full creative bloom. The band effortlessly channels their signature sonic blend of 60s psychedelia, textured pop, and darker rock undertones, now infused with the dynamic energy of a new lineup. Fronted by founding member Raffaele Lampronti, the band breathes raw, palpable energy into these songs, offering fans a powerful glimpse into the heart of their latest musical chapter and their revitalized presence.

‘The End and the Beginning’, the band’s third studio album, marks a bold evolution in their decade-spanning journey. The record draws on the heavier, moodier influence of bands like Cream, while meticulously keeping alive the kaleidoscopic shimmer of XTC and 13th Floor Elevators. It’s an album that bravely explores themes of transformation, decay, and rebirth. The live session’s featured tracks perfectly reflect this emotional and sonic breadth—from the woozy, introspective haze of “Molly” to the angular, driving force of “Mate,” each performance highlights the band’s versatility and depth.

Founded in Florence, Italy, in 2011, Plastic Man quickly earned a cult following across Europe and beyond, releasing their debut EP via Roman label Misty Lane in 2013. Known for their trippy yet poetic soundscapes, they’ve graced prestigious festival stages from Binic Folks Blues Festival to SXSW, sharing the stage with notable artists like Mick Quinn of Supergrass.