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Making Contact

UFO · 1983

39 min · 10 tracks · hard rock · space rock

A blend of hard-hitting riffs and melodic hooks, capturing the essence of early '80s rock energy.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo energy
  • melodic hooks for sing-alongs
  • great for road trip playlists
  • solid background for gatherings

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer fast-paced instant gratification
  • seek deep, complex narratives

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on February 1, 1983, 'Making Contact' was UFO's ninth studio album and marked a significant moment in their career as they navigated changes in lineup and sound. This album followed their previous release, 'Mechanix,' and featured a transitional phase for the band, with guitarist Paul Chapman taking on a more prominent role in songwriting.
Stylistic neighbors
Hawkwind· Blue Öyster Cult· Deep Purple

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Blinded by a Lie 3:58
  • 2 Diesel in the Dust 4:30
  • 3 A Fool for Love 3:57
  • 4 You and Me 3:20
  • 5 When It's Time to Rock 5:27
  • 6 The Way the Wild Wind Blows 4:15
  • 7 Call My Name 3:15
  • 8 All Over You 4:24
  • 9 No Getaway 3:32
  • 10 Push, It's Love 3:13

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