Warrior on the Edge of Time cover

Warrior on the Edge of Time

Hawkwind · 1975

47 min · 12 tracks · progressive rock · psychedelic rock · space rock

A cosmic journey blending progressive rock with psychedelic soundscapes and space-themed narratives.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • cosmic journey through soundscapes
  • dynamic peaks and valleys
  • immersive in-order listening experience
  • short tracks for varied exploration
  • narrative arcs with thematic depth

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of instant gratification
  • prefer straightforward, single tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on May 9, 1975, 'Warrior on the Edge of Time' is Hawkwind's fifth studio album, following their commercially successful work, 'In Search of Space.' At this point, they were establishing themselves as pioneers of space rock, incorporating more complex musical arrangements and conceptual storytelling into their discography.
Stylistic neighbors
Pink Floyd· Can· Monster Magnet

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Assault and Battery Part I 5:36
  • 2 The Golden Void Part II 4:33
  • 3 The Wizard Blew His Horn 1:46
  • 4 Opa-Loka 5:10
  • 5 The Demented Man 3:58
  • 6 Magnu 8:15
  • 7 Standing at the Edge 2:42
  • 8 Spiral Galaxy 28948 3:41
  • 9 Warriors 2:03
  • 10 Dying Seas 3:03
  • 11 Kings of Speed 3:48
  • 12 Motorhead 3:03

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