Alien 4
Hawkwind · 1995
66 min · 15 tracks · progressive rock · psychedelic rock · space rock
A cosmic journey where heavy riffs intertwine with ethereal soundscapes, echoing the vastness of space.
Why this album works
'Alien 4' is notable for its critical reception, being praised for its blend of progressive rock and modern electronic elements. The album peaked at number 36 on the UK Albums Chart, showcasing Hawkwind's enduring appeal and relevance in the evolving music landscape.
- Best for
- long, immersive listening sessions dynamic emotional journeys atmospheric background focus
- Context
- Released in 1995, 'Alien 4' marked Hawkwind's return after a five-year hiatus since their previous album, 'Palace Springs'. At this point in their career, the band was exploring new sonic territories while continuing to embrace their long-standing reputation for space rock experimentation.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Pink Floyd· Syd Barrett· Ozric Tentacles
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Abducted 2:45
- 2 Alien (I Am) Standout 7:46
- 3 Reject Your Human Touch Standout 2:21
- 4 Blue Skin 7:08
- 5 Beam Me Up Standout 4:11
- 6 Vega 3:51
- 7 Xenomorph 4:52
- 8 Journey 3:12
- 9 Sputnik Stan 7:04
- 10 Kapal 5:11
- 11 Festivals 6:48
- 12 Death Trap 3:57
- 13 Wastelands 1:24
- 14 Are You Losing Your Mind? 2:36
- 15 Space Sex 2:56
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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