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Space Metal

Star One · 2002

96 min · 17 tracks · progressive metal

A cosmic journey through progressive metal, blending heavy riffs with sci-fi themes and intricate compositions.

Space Metal is an album by Star One, released in 2002. A cosmic journey through progressive metal, blending heavy riffs with sci-fi themes and intricate compositions. The album garnered attention for its unique blend of progressive metal with elements of space rock, appealing to fans of both genres. It also features a medley tribute to the influential band Hawkwind, highlighting its cultural significance in connecting contemporary metal with classic space-themed rock. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Space Metal sound like?

A cosmic journey through progressive metal, blending heavy riffs with sci-fi themes and intricate compositions. Rooted in progressive metal.

What makes Space Metal by Star One notable?

The album garnered attention for its unique blend of progressive metal with elements of space rock, appealing to fans of both genres. It also features a medley tribute to the influential band Hawkwind, highlighting its cultural significance in connecting contemporary metal with classic space-themed rock. Released in 2002, 'Space Metal' is Star One's debut album, emerging from the creative mind of Arjen Anthony Lucassen after his successful Ayreon projects. At this stage, Lucassen was expanding his musical identity, exploring themes of science fiction and space within a heavier framework.

How many songs are on Space Metal?

Space Metal has 17 tracks, running approximately 96 minutes.

Tracklist

17 tracks·96:44

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Lift-Off 1:13
  • 2 Set Your Controls Standout 6:01
  • 3 High Moon 5:36
  • 4 Songs of the Ocean 5:23
  • 5 Master of Darkness Standout 5:14
  • 6 The Eye of Ra 7:34
  • 7 Sandrider 5:31
  • 8 Perfect Survivor 4:46
  • 9 Intergalactic Space Crusaders Standout 5:22
  • 10 Starchild 9:04

Disc 2

  • 1 Hawkwind Medley 9:46
  • 2 Spaced Out 4:53
  • 3 Inseparable Enemies 4:15
  • 4 Space Oddity 4:59
  • 5 Starchild (mixed in Dolby Pro-logic) 9:31
  • 6 Spaced Out (alternative version) 4:55
  • 7 Intergalactic Laxative 2:32

Release Date

January 1, 2002

Genre

progressive metal

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Artist Origin

Netherlands

Runtime

96 min 44 sec