PH7
Peter Hammill · 1979
43 min · 11 tracks · rock music
A complex tapestry of art rock, weaving introspective lyrics with eclectic instrumentation and haunting melodies.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- introspective journeys through sound
- haunting melodies for deep thinking
- complex arrangements that invite exploration
- evocative lyrics for emotional resonance
Maybe skip if you want
- seekers of instant gratification
- prefer straightforward, catchy tunes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- When 'PH7' was released in January 1979, Peter Hammill was navigating a solo career following his time with Van der Graaf Generator. This album came after his more commercially successful works in the 1970s, showcasing a deeper exploration into personal and political themes as Hammill sought to carve out his identity apart from the band.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Van der Graaf Generator· Robert Wyatt· King Crimson
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 My Favourite 2:52
- 2 Careering 4:06
- 3 Porton Down 3:41
- 4 Mirror Images 3:51
- 5 Handicap and Equality 3:56
- 6 Not for Keith 2:25
- 7 The Old School Tie 5:07
- 8 Time for a Change 3:15
- 9 Imperial Walls 4:16
- 10 Mr. X (Gets Tense) 5:13
- 11 Faculty X 4:58
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