Levitation
Hawkwind · 1980
37 min · 9 tracks · progressive rock · psychedelic rock · space rock
A cosmic journey through progressive and psychedelic soundscapes, anchored by haunting melodies and exploratory instrumentation.
Why this album works
'Levitation' is notable for its exploration of themes like war and existentialism, which resonated during a period of societal unrest. The album reached number 25 on the UK Albums Chart, solidifying Hawkwind's position within the progressive rock sphere while also showcasing their influence on later space rock bands.
- Best for
- steady pacing for focused listening cosmic soundscapes for exploration haunting melodies with emotional depth
- Context
- Released on October 27, 1980, 'Levitation' marked a significant moment in Hawkwind's career as their first album after the departure of longtime frontman Robert Calvert. This era saw the band experimenting with new sounds while maintaining their space rock identity, navigating internal changes and evolving musical landscapes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Pink Floyd· Syd Barrett· Ozric Tentacles
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Levitation Standout 5:48
- 2 Motorway City Standout 6:46
- 3 Psychosis 2:22
- 4 World of Tiers 3:18
- 5 Prelude 1:41
- 6 Who's Gonna Win the War Standout 4:45
- 7 Space Chase 3:09
- 8 The Fifth Second of Forever 3:27
- 9 Dust of Time 6:19
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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