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Released 40 years ago

Angels of Death

Hawkwind · 1986

54 min · 14 tracks · progressive rock · psychedelic rock · space rock

A cosmic journey through dark themes and ethereal soundscapes layered with progressive rock intricacies.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • cosmic journey through dark themes
  • dynamic peaks and valleys
  • ethereal soundscapes for exploration
  • thoughtful reflections on existence

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer straightforward song structures
  • seek instant gratification tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Angels of Death' was released in 1986, Hawkwind was navigating a period of renewal after several lineup changes and a decline in commercial success. This album followed their 1985 record 'The Chronicle of the Black Sword,' which had marked a return to their heavy space rock roots. With 'Angels of Death,' the band aimed to explore more experimental sound textures while still tapping into their signature psychedelic influences.
Stylistic neighbors
Pink Floyd· Can· Monster Magnet

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Angel Voices 1:30
  • 2 Nuclear Drive 3:11
  • 3 Rocky Paths 3:55
  • 4 Solitary Mind Games 4:08
  • 5 Living on a Knife Edge 4:42
  • 6 Fahrenheit 451 4:34
  • 7 Looking in the Future 4:03
  • 8 Choose Your Masques 5:26
  • 9 The Joker at the Gate 1:55
  • 10 Waiting for Tomorrow 3:45
  • 11 The Last Messiah 1:35
  • 12 Arrival in Utopia 5:37
  • 13 Virgin of the World 4:09
  • 14 Angels of Death 5:51

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