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Live Seventy Nine

Hawkwind · 1980

45 min · 7 tracks · progressive rock · psychedelic rock · space rock

A cosmic journey through hypnotic rhythms and soaring guitar solos, echoing the vastness of space.

Why this album works

Best for
steady cosmic exploration vibes hypnotic rhythms for focus mid-tempo soundscapes for journeys
Context
By the time 'Live Seventy Nine' was released in July 1980, Hawkwind was already a significant force in the space rock genre. This album followed their 1979 studio release 'PXR5' and captured the band’s dynamic live performances during a period of fluctuating lineup stability. The energy and experimentation on this album reflect both their established legacy and ongoing evolution.
If you like
progressive rock, psychedelic rock, space rock

Live Seventy Nine is an album by Hawkwind, released in 1980. A cosmic journey through hypnotic rhythms and soaring guitar solos, echoing the vastness of space. This live album is notable for its celebration of Hawkwind's distinctive blend of progressive and psychedelic rock, showcasing their improvisational prowess. It features tracks like 'Silver Machine,' which had previously achieved commercial success, further solidifying the band's status in the UK music scene while influencing subsequent generations of rock musicians. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Live Seventy Nine sound like?

A cosmic journey through hypnotic rhythms and soaring guitar solos, echoing the vastness of space. Rooted in progressive rock and psychedelic rock.

What makes Live Seventy Nine by Hawkwind notable?

This live album is notable for its celebration of Hawkwind's distinctive blend of progressive and psychedelic rock, showcasing their improvisational prowess. It features tracks like 'Silver Machine,' which had previously achieved commercial success, further solidifying the band's status in the UK music scene while influencing subsequent generations of rock musicians. By the time 'Live Seventy Nine' was released in July 1980, Hawkwind was already a significant force in the space rock genre. This album followed their 1979 studio release 'PXR5' and captured the band’s dynamic live performances during a period of fluctuating lineup stability. The energy and experimentation on this album reflect both their established legacy and ongoing evolution.

Who is Live Seventy Nine for?

Live Seventy Nine works well if you're into steady cosmic exploration vibes, hypnotic rhythms for focus and mid-tempo soundscapes for journeys.

How many songs are on Live Seventy Nine?

Live Seventy Nine has 7 tracks, running approximately 45 minutes.

Tracklist

7 tracks·45:13

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Shot Down in the Night 7:39
  • 2 Motorway City Standout 8:09
  • 3 Spirit of the Age Standout 8:20
  • 4 Brainstorm Standout 8:41
  • 5 Lighthouse 6:25
  • 6 Master of the Universe 4:33
  • 7 Silver Machine (Requiem) 1:23

Release Date

July 21, 1980

Artist Origin

United Kingdom

Runtime

45 min 13 sec