A Space in Time
Ten Years After · 1971
37 min · 10 tracks · blues rock
Bluesy guitar riffs intertwine with soulful vocals, creating a vibrant tapestry of rock and introspection.
Why this album works
'A Space in Time' features the hit single 'I’d Love to Change the World', which gained significant radio play and has since been covered by various artists. The album marked a shift towards more commercially accessible sounds while maintaining their blues roots, reflecting the changing landscape of early 70s rock music.
- Best for
- short, engaging listening sessions introspective late-night vibes melodic yet reflective journeys
- Context
- Released in 1971, 'A Space in Time' was Ten Years After's fifth studio album, following their breakthrough hit 'Cricklewood Green'. By this point, the band had solidified its reputation in the blues rock genre, with a growing fanbase that appreciated their unique blend of improvisation and lyrical depth.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Animals· Eric Burdon· John Mayall
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 One of These Days Standout 5:50
- 2 Here They Come Standout 4:36
- 3 I’d Love to Change the World Standout 3:44
- 4 Over the Hill 2:28
- 5 Baby Won’t You Let Me Rock ’n’ Roll You 2:16
- 6 Once There Was a Time 3:22
- 7 Let the Sky Fall 4:19
- 8 Hard Monkeys 3:11
- 9 I’ve Been There Too 5:44
- 10 Uncle Jam 1:57
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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