In Hearing of Atomic Rooster
Atomic Rooster · 1971
41 min · 8 tracks · hard rock
A fusion of blues rock and progressive elements creates a dynamic soundscape filled with heavy riffs and intricate melodies.
Top tracks — play these first
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A Spoonful of Bromide Helps the Pulse Rate Go Down — This track exemplifies the band's blend of heavy instrumentation with thought-provoking lyrics, showcasing their unique approach to songwriting.
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Breakthrough — Opening the album, this song sets a powerful tone with energetic riffs and a compelling vocal performance that captures the band's essence.
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Decision/Indecision — The shifting dynamics within this track highlight Atomic Rooster's ability to balance heaviness with introspective moments, making it a standout on the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends hard rock with progressive elements, featuring dynamic shifts and intricate melodies throughout.
What we noticed
- Several tracks utilize extended instrumental sections that allow for improvisation, particularly evident in 'The Rock' and 'Head in the Sky'.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- 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
- haunting melodies for introspection
- pulsing rhythms for focused work
- cathartic release through heavy riffs
- dynamic shifts in emotional tone
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- seek straightforward, upbeat songs
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1971, In Hearing of Atomic Rooster was the band's second studio album following their self-titled debut. At this point, Atomic Rooster had begun to establish their unique sound, blending hard rock with progressive influences, solidifying their place in the evolving British rock scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Uriah Heep· Deep Purple· The Nice
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Breakthrough 6:18
- 2 Break the Ice 5:00
- 3 Decision/Indecision 3:50
- 4 A Spoonful of Bromide Helps the Pulse Rate Go Down 4:39
- 5 Black Snake 6:00
- 6 Head in the Sky 5:39
- 7 The Rock 4:32
- 8 The Price 5:16
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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