The best Space Rock albums
of the 2010s.
Where to start with 2010–2019 space rock — with a one-line read on why each one matters.
Top of the 2010s — space rock
Top picks from 2010–2019, ranked by where we would start.
The Flaming Lips
King's Mouth
A whimsical journey through eclectic soundscapes, merging psychedelic elements with poignant storytelling and playful experimentation.
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The Flaming Lips
With a Little Help from My Fwends
A whimsical cosmic tribute where each track morphs classic psychedelia into vibrant, exploratory soundscapes filled with guest artists.
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Pink Floyd
1965 – Their First Recordings
Raw and experimental, these early recordings capture a band on the brink of psychedelic innovation and artistic exploration.
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Pink Floyd
The Endless River
A serene soundscape intertwining ambient textures and reflective melodies, capturing the essence of nostalgia and introspection.
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Muse
Simulation Theory
A vibrant blend of synth-infused rock that explores themes of technology, dystopia, and human emotion.
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Muse
Drones
A relentless fusion of soaring melodies and aggressive instrumentation, encapsulating themes of control and rebellion.
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Ozric Tentacles
Paper Monkeys
An expansive blend of progressive and psychedelic sounds that transport listeners through intricate musical landscapes filled with cosmic energy.
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Ozric Tentacles
Technicians of the Sacred
A cosmic tapestry of intricate melodies and rhythmic explorations that transport listeners through space and time.
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UFO
Seven Deadly
A vibrant blend of hard rock riffs and spacey atmospheres that captures the essence of UFO's classic sound while exploring new territories.
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UFO
A Conspiracy of Stars
A cosmic blend of hard rock and melodic hooks that evokes the vastness of space with every soaring guitar riff.
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Hawkwind
The Machine Stops
A cosmic journey through progressive soundscapes laced with existential lyrics and Hawkwind's signature space rock ethos.
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Hawkwind
Onward
A cosmic journey through progressive soundscapes, merging haunting melodies with the raw energy of space rock.
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Angels & Airwaves
The Dream Walker
A cosmic blend of soaring melodies and introspective lyrics wrapped in expansive soundscapes that evoke a sense of wonder.
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Angels & Airwaves
...Of Nightmares
A cosmic blend of atmospheric melodies and driving rhythms that evokes a sense of interstellar exploration and existential reflection.
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Cave In
White Silence
A sprawling blend of heavy riffs and ethereal melodies, merging post-metal intensity with progressive rock's expansive soundscapes.
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Cave In
Final Transmission
A haunting blend of progressive rock and spacey atmospheres, where emotional weight meets experimental soundscapes.
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Spiritualized
And Nothing Hurt
A lush tapestry of orchestral psychedelia intertwines with intimate reflections on love and loss, enveloping listeners in a cosmic embrace.
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Spiritualized
Sweet Heart Sweet Light
Psychedelic textures intertwine with soulful melodies, creating a vast sonic landscape that feels both intimate and cosmic.
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Eternal Tapestry
A World Out of Time
'A World Out of Time' encapsulates the essence of Eternal Tapestry's style, combining hypnotic rhythms with lush, atmospheric sounds. This album sets an excellent foundation for understanding their musical landscape and thematic explorations.
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Eternal Tapestry
Wild Strawberries
A sprawling exploration of soundscapes, merging ethereal guitar melodies with ambient textures that evoke dreamlike landscapes.
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Hammock
Chasing After Shadows... Living with the Ghosts
Ethereal soundscapes weave through haunting melodies, creating a lush atmosphere that resonates with introspective longing.
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Hammock
Longest Year
Ethereal soundscapes weave through expansive compositions, creating a reflective atmosphere that invites introspection and exploration.
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Bardo Pond
Bardo Pond
Ethereal soundscapes intertwine with heavy, distorted guitars, creating a mesmerizing blend of space rock and experimental textures.
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Acid Mothers Temple
Son of a Bitches Brew
A sprawling journey through psychedelic soundscapes, blending acid rock and drone with chaotic energy and experimental flair.
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