| Sumario: | The article discusses the innovative and pioneering work of the New York-based artist collective USCO during the 1960s. USCO, a diverse group of artists, engineers, and poets, created multimedia artworks that combined technology and mysticism to bombard the senses and expand consciousness. Their work included performances, installations, and the design of the first multimedia discotheque. USCO's ethos emphasized collectivity and anonymity, with a focus on participation and interaction to heighten awareness. Their use of new media technologies aimed to create a utopian reality and transform human experience. The group's activities transcended categorization and critique, leaving a lasting impact on counterculture history and the conceptualization of psychedelia.
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