Palace Springs
45 min · 8 tracks · progressive rock · psychedelic rock · space rock
A cosmic journey through swirling psychedelia and expansive soundscapes layered with incisive lyrical commentary.
Why this album works
'Palace Springs' is notable for being one of Hawkwind's most critically acclaimed records in the late 80s and early 90s, receiving positive reviews that reaffirmed their influence on subsequent generations of rock musicians. The album showcased a rejuvenated creative energy, illustrating the band's ability to adapt while staying true to their roots, leading to newfound recognition within the progressive rock community.
- Career context
- Released in 1991, 'Palace Springs' marked a period of re-emergence for Hawkwind, following their 1988 album 'The Chronicle of the Black Sword'. At this time, the band had undergone various lineup changes and was exploring new musical territories while retaining their signature space rock sound. This album reflects their continued evolution as a foundational act in the progressive and psychedelic rock scenes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Pink Floyd· Syd Barrett· Ozric Tentacles
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Back in the Box Standout 6:21
- 2 Treadmill Standout 8:09
- 3 Lives of Great Men 3:26
- 4 Void of Golden Light 6:51
- 5 Time We Left 2:40
- 6 Heads 4:39
- 7 Acid Test 6:01
- 8 Damnation Alley Standout 7:15
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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