Spirit of the Age
Hawkwind · 1992
77 min · 16 tracks · progressive rock
A kaleidoscopic blend of progressive rock and spacey psychedelia, layered with cosmic themes and experimental sounds.
Top tracks — play these first
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Honky Dorky Start here — accessible entry with immediate hook
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Flying Doctor — This track captures the essence of Hawkwind's sonic landscape, featuring soaring vocals and intricate instrumental work that exemplifies their space rock aesthetic.
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Steppenwolf — A tribute to the literary figure Hermann Hesse, this track showcases the band's lyrical depth and ability to weave philosophical themes into their music.
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Psi Power — With its pulsating rhythm and thought-provoking lyrics about psychic phenomena, this song represents the band's melding of science fiction concepts with musical experimentation.
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Hassan I Sabha — Infusing Middle Eastern musical elements with progressive rock, this track illustrates Hawkwind's willingness to explore diverse cultural sounds within their framework.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- cosmic journey through soundscapes
- dynamic peaks and valleys
- thought-provoking lyrical explorations
- immersive headphone experience
- for late-night introspection
Maybe skip if you
- seeking instant gratification
- prefer straightforward song structures
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Experimental — Explores themes of technology and existence, deviating from previous sounds.
- Career context
- By the time 'Spirit of the Age' was released in 1992, Hawkwind had already established themselves as pioneers of space rock since their formation in 1969. This album came during a period of revitalization for the band, marking their return after a brief hiatus and showcasing a mix of classic influences alongside contemporary experimentation.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Pink Floyd· Can· Monster Magnet
Tracklist
- 1 Honky Dorky Start here 3:14
- 2 Flying Doctor 5:33
- 3 Steppenwolf 9:42
- 4 Hassan I Sabha 5:21
- 5 25 Years 5:39
- 6 Jack of Shadows 3:26
- 7 Psi Power 6:05
- 8 Reefer Madness 5:59
- 9 Fable of a Failed Race 2:59
- 10 High Rise 4:39
- 11 Quark Strangeness and Charm 3:38
- 12 Back on the Street 2:56
- 13 The Dream of Isis 2:49
- 14 Kerb Crawler 3:43
- 15 Only the Dead Dreams of the Cold War Kid 3:42
- 16 Spirit of the Age 7:58
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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