Glastonbury 90
Hawkwind · 1999
52 min · 11 tracks · progressive rock
A swirling tapestry of psychedelic soundscapes and progressive rhythms that immerses listeners in a cosmic journey.
Top tracks — play these first
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Black Elk Speaks Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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Angels of Death — The track embodies Hawkwind's signature blend of heavy riffs and ethereal melodies, illustrating their prowess in creating immersive soundscapes.
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Brainstorm — This song serves as a powerful showcase of the band's live energy, combining intricate instrumental sections with compelling vocal lines that resonate with audiences.
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Golden Void — With its soaring guitars and cosmic themes, this track encapsulates the essence of Hawkwind’s space rock identity, inviting listeners into an otherworldly experience.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album captures a live performance with strong improvisational elements but lacks some cohesion in its track selection.
What we noticed
- The album features extended instrumental sections, with several tracks exceeding six minutes, allowing for improvisation and exploration.
- Many tracks incorporate layered synthesizers and guitar effects, creating a dense, immersive sound that evolves throughout the performance.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- cosmic journey through soundscapes
- dynamic progression with peaks
- wave-like pacing encourages immersion
- live performance energy throughout
Maybe skip if you
- prefer straightforward song structures
- seek instant gratification tracks
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Fan Favorite — Documents a notable live performance, resonating well with dedicated fans.
- Themes
- Glastonbury festival spirit· cosmic soundscapes· psychedelic journeys
- Career context
- By the time 'Glastonbury 90' was released in 1999, Hawkwind was experiencing a resurgence, marking their first live album since the mid-1980s. This release followed the band's lineup changes and reestablished them in the progressive rock scene after years of experimentation and shifts in direction.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Pink Floyd· Can· Monster Magnet
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Dream Worker
The narrative shifts from describing abstract visions to directly confronting personal dreams and aspirations, creating an intimate connection.
This transition emphasizes vulnerability and self-exploration, contrasting with the more expansive themes of previous tracks.
Tracklist
- 1 Black Elk Speaks Start here 1:05
- 2 Angels of Death 6:06
- 3 Golden Void 7:13
- 4 Brainstorm 4:50
- 5 The Door 2:57
- 6 Ejection 5:54
- 7 Sword of Dawn 5:46
- 8 Hassan‐I‐Sabah 3:56
- 9 Dream Worker 4:00
- 10 You Shouldn’t Do That 3:59
- 11 Images 7:11
What to play next
Love in Space
Continues the cosmic themes with immersive soundscapes and progressive elements.
Golden Void
1999
Sets the stage with a similar psychedelic vibe leading into Glastonbury 90.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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