What makes Speech by Steamhammer notable?

Speech received critical acclaim for its ambitious structure and songwriting, contributing to the band's reputation within the progressive rock scene. The track 'Penumbra' stands out for its length and complexity, often cited as a precursor to later progressive rock epics. Released in 1972, Speech marked Steamhammer's third studio album, following their 1971 release, Mountains. The band was navigating a shift towards more complex arrangements and longer compositions, reflecting their evolving sound during a time when progressive rock was gaining traction in the UK.

How many songs are on Speech?

Speech has 3 tracks, running approximately 45 minutes.

Speech

Steamhammer · 1972

45 min · 3 tracks · hard rock

A sprawling journey through hard rock intricacies, merging progressive structures with heavy riffs and reflective lyricism.

Spotify Apple Music

YouTube Music YouTube Deezer Bandcamp SoundCloud

Own it: Amazon eBay

Top tracks — play these first

→
Penumbra (Entrance / Battlements / Passage to Remorse / Sightless Substance / Moral Thought) — This nearly 23-minute suite showcases the band's technical prowess and compositional ambition, seamlessly blending various moods and themes throughout its sections.
→
Telegram — With its driving rhythm and lyrical depth, 'Telegram' exemplifies the band's ability to merge hard rock energy with introspective storytelling.
→
For Against — This track highlights the band's dynamic range, transitioning from heavy riffs to softer passages while exploring themes of conflict and resolution.

Tracklist

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

1 Penumbra (Entrance / Battlements / Passage to Remorse / Sightless Substance / Moral Thought) 22:42
2 Telegram 12:00
3 For Against 10:57

What to play next

Listen next

Wailing Again

2022

Go back to

Mountains

1970

Full Steamhammer discography Artists like Steamhammer

hard rock

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata