Blows Against the Empire
Paul Kantner · 1970
42 min · 10 tracks · psychedelic rock · acid rock
An experimental fusion of acid rock and psychedelic soundscapes, evoking a cosmic odyssey through space and consciousness.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic emotional journeys
- long immersive listening sessions
- wave-like pacing experiences
- contemplative cosmic explorations
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on November 1, 1970, 'Blows Against the Empire' marked Paul Kantner's first solo venture outside of Jefferson Airplane. This album came shortly after the band's commercial success with 'Volunteers' in 1969, showcasing Kantner's desire to explore more conceptual themes and narratives within his music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Cream· Jefferson Airplane· Steppenwolf
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Mau Mau (Amerikon) 6:37
- 2 The Baby Tree 1:44
- 3 Let’s Go Together 4:23
- 4 A Child Is Coming 6:18
- 5 Sunrise 1:54
- 6 Hijack 8:18
- 7 Home 0:41
- 8 Have You Seen the Stars Tonite 3:45
- 9 X M 1:25
- 10 Starship 7:13
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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