Masters of the Universe
Hawkwind · 1977
38 min · 6 tracks · progressive rock · psychedelic rock · space rock
Exploratory space rock textures intertwine with hypnotic rhythms and visionary lyrics, creating a cosmic auditory experience.
Why this album works
- Best for
- hypnotic rhythms for focused listening dynamic explorations with resolution immersive experience for late nights
- Context
- Released in 1977, 'Masters of the Universe' is a compilation album that showcases Hawkwind’s evolution during their peak years. This period followed their influential album 'Warrior on the Edge of Time' and solidified their reputation as pioneers of space rock, capturing the band's eclectic sound and ethos at a time when they were becoming more experimental.
- If you like
- progressive rock, psychedelic rock, space rock
Masters of the Universe is an album by Hawkwind, released in 1977. Exploratory space rock textures intertwine with hypnotic rhythms and visionary lyrics, creating a cosmic auditory experience. This album is notable for its role in cementing Hawkwind's status within the progressive and psychedelic rock scenes of the 1970s. It features tracks that became staples in their live performances and contributed to the band's growing cult following, while also influencing subsequent generations of rock musicians drawn to space themes. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Masters of the Universe sound like?
Exploratory space rock textures intertwine with hypnotic rhythms and visionary lyrics, creating a cosmic auditory experience. Rooted in progressive rock and psychedelic rock.
What makes Masters of the Universe by Hawkwind notable?
This album is notable for its role in cementing Hawkwind's status within the progressive and psychedelic rock scenes of the 1970s. It features tracks that became staples in their live performances and contributed to the band's growing cult following, while also influencing subsequent generations of rock musicians drawn to space themes. Released in 1977, 'Masters of the Universe' is a compilation album that showcases Hawkwind’s evolution during their peak years. This period followed their influential album 'Warrior on the Edge of Time' and solidified their reputation as pioneers of space rock, capturing the band's eclectic sound and ethos at a time when they were becoming more experimental.
Who is Masters of the Universe for?
Masters of the Universe works well if you're into hypnotic rhythms for focused listening, dynamic explorations with resolution and immersive experience for late nights.
How many songs are on Masters of the Universe?
Masters of the Universe has 6 tracks, running approximately 38 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Master of the Universe Standout 6:19
- 2 Brainstorm Standout 10:45
- 3 Sonic Attack 3:00
- 4 Orgone Accumulator Standout 10:01
- 5 It's So Easy 5:21
- 6 Lost Johnny 3:28
Release Date
January 1, 1977
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
38 min 56 sec
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