Canterbury Fayre 2001
Hawkwind · 2003
94 min · 16 tracks · progressive rock · psychedelic rock · space rock
A cosmic journey through expansive soundscapes and hypnotic rhythms, merging progressive rock with psychedelic overtones.
Why this album works
'Canterbury Fayre 2001' is significant for its live recordings that capture the essence of Hawkwind's legendary performances. It includes fan favorites like 'Silver Machine,' which has become an enduring anthem within the space rock genre, solidifying the band's influence on subsequent artists in the psychedelic and progressive rock scenes.
- Best for
- wave-like pacing with peaks hypnotic rhythms for deep focus cosmic journey through soundscapes
- Context
- By the time 'Canterbury Fayre 2001' was released in 2003, Hawkwind had established themselves as pioneers of space rock, building on their legacy since the late 1960s. This album came during a period of revitalization for the band, showcasing their ability to blend new material with classic tracks while still appealing to long-time fans.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Pink Floyd· Syd Barrett· Ozric Tentacles
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 5th Second of Forever 3:52
- 2 Levitation 9:18
- 3 Spiral Galaxy 3:16
- 4 Solitary Mind Games 8:08
- 5 Angels of Death 6:17
- 6 Spirit of the Age Standout 7:35
- 7 Magnu 3:43
- 8 Dust of Time 2:08
- 9 Motorway City 6:11
- 10 Hurry On Sundown 3:44
- 11 Assassins of Allah Standout 12:25
Disc 2
- 1 Silver Machine Standout 5:16
- 2 Arthur’s Poem 0:55
- 3 Assault and Battery 2:51
- 4 Void of Golden Light 10:44
- 5 Ejection 8:17
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