Quark, Strangeness and Charm
Hawkwind · 1977
36 min · 8 tracks · progressive rock · psychedelic rock · space rock
Cosmic synths and heavy guitar riffs collide, crafting a vibrant journey through space and time.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic journey with peaks
- wave-like pacing for exploration
- cosmic soundscapes for immersion
- short bursts of intensity
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer straightforward song structures
- seek instant gratification tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on June 17, 1977, 'Quark, Strangeness and Charm' is Hawkwind's seventh studio album and showcases their evolution following the departure of key members. At this point in their career, they were solidifying their status within the space rock genre after previous successes like 'Warrior on the Edge of Time'. This album reflects a blend of experimentation with musical styles while maintaining their signature sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Pink Floyd· Can· Monster Magnet
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Spirit of the Age 7:19
- 2 Damnation Alley 9:08
- 3 Fable of a Failed Race 3:18
- 4 Quark, Strangeness and Charm 3:41
- 5 Hassan I Sahba 5:22
- 6 The Forge of Vulcan 3:05
- 7 Days of the Underground 3:10
- 8 The Iron Dream 1:49
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