Spaced Out in London
74 min · 14 tracks · progressive rock
A cosmic journey through progressive rock, merging heavy riffs with ethereal melodies and sci-fi themes.
Top tracks — play these first
-
→
Aerospace Inferno Start here — This track exemplifies Hawkwind's signature sound with its heavy guitar work and layered synthesizers, creating an immersive auditory experience that captures the essence of space travel.
-
→
Master of the Universe — As one of the band's most enduring tracks, it combines philosophical lyrics with a driving rhythm, representing the thematic depth and musical prowess of Hawkwind.
-
→
Angels of Death — This track features haunting vocals and an atmospheric build-up, reflecting the band’s ability to blend dark themes with expansive soundscapes.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong compositions and craft but lacks full cohesion in its sequencing.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a spoken word track that sets a cosmic theme, followed by heavy guitar riffs that dominate the first half.
- Several tracks feature extended instrumental sections, allowing for improvisation and exploration of sound textures.
- The last three tracks shift to a more melodic and atmospheric style, contrasting with the heavier earlier songs.
- Composition 25% of the score
-
7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
-
8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
-
6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
-
7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
-
5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- expansive sonic journey unfolding
- wave-like pacing with crescendos
- dynamic exploration of cosmic themes
- immersive late-night listening experience
- meditative moments with heavy riffs
Maybe skip if you
- seeking instant gratification tracks
- prefer concise, standalone songs
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — Consolidated Hawkwind's reputation as pioneers of space rock in the mid-70s.
- Career context
- Released in 1975, 'Spaced Out in London' came at a time when Hawkwind was solidifying their reputation as pioneers of space rock. This album followed the band's critically acclaimed release 'Warrior on the Edge of Time', showcasing their continual evolution and experimentation with sound during this peak phase of creativity.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Pink Floyd· Can· Monster Magnet
Tracklist
- 1 Earth Calling 0:37
- 2 Aerospace Inferno Start here 8:11
- 3 Angels of Death 6:11
- 4 Out of the Shadows 7:56
- 5 Time Captives 4:56
- 6 Master of the Universe 5:07
- 7 The Gremlin Song 2:41
- 8 Time and Confusion 5:20
- 9 Hurry On Sundown 3:47
- 10 Lighthouse 8:08
- 11 The Watcher 6:35
- 12 Assassins of Allah 10:19
- 13 Do That 3:00
- 14 Earth Calling 2:02
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
Sync your library
Everything you track here works immediately — no account needed. Create one when you want to sync across devices.