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Planets

Eloy · 1981

42 min · 8 tracks · progressive rock · psychedelic rock · space rock

A cosmic journey blending progressive rock's complexity with ethereal melodies and expansive soundscapes.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • wave-like pacing with peaks
  • cosmic soundscapes for exploration
  • late-night introspection and wonder
  • dynamic journey through emotions

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer straightforward song structures
  • want instant gratification tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1981, 'Planets' marked Eloy's fifth studio album, showcasing their evolution into more thematic and conceptual compositions. Following the commercial success of their previous album, 'Silent Cries and Mighty Echoes,' this record further solidified their identity within the space rock genre.
Stylistic neighbors
Ash Ra Tempel· Tangerine Dream· Can

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Introduction 1:58
  • 2 On the Verge of Darkening Lights 5:37
  • 3 Point of No Return 5:45
  • 4 Mysterious Monolith 7:40
  • 5 Queen of the Night 5:22
  • 6 At the Gates of Dawn 4:17
  • 7 Sphinx 6:50
  • 8 Carried by Cosmic Winds 4:32

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