The albums that define
space rock.
Our picks for where to start with space rock — with a one-line read on why each one matters.
Top space rock artists
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The space rock essentials
Twenty-four picks. Press play on any of them.
The Flaming Lips
Yoshimi Battles the Pink Robots
A kaleidoscopic blend of surreal narratives and experimental sounds that pair emotional depth with whimsical electronic textures.
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The Flaming Lips
Heady Nuggs
A kaleidoscopic blend of surreal melodies and whimsical lyrics that explore the outer realms of consciousness.
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Pink Floyd
The Division Bell
A contemplative blend of soaring melodies and lush instrumentation, intertwining themes of communication and disconnection.
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Pink Floyd
Discovery
A sprawling journey through psychedelic soundscapes, exploring the cosmos and human experience with haunting melodies and intricate arrangements.
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Muse
Muscle Museum EP
A blend of moody melodies and dynamic rhythms, capturing the essence of early 90s alternative rock with haunting vocals.
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Muse
Black Holes and Revelations
A cosmic blend of progressive rock and electronic elements, merging anthemic melodies with dystopian themes.
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Ozric Tentacles
The Hidden Step
A vibrant fusion of progressive and psychedelic rock, weaving intricate rhythms with cosmic melodies that transport listeners to otherworldly realms.
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Ozric Tentacles
The Floor's Too Far Away
A vibrant tapestry of progressive and psychedelic rock, infused with intricate melodies and cosmic rhythms that transport listeners to other realms.
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UFO
UFO 2: Flying
A cosmic journey through expansive soundscapes, blending hard rock grit with ethereal space rock atmospheres.
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UFO
Misdemeanor
A blend of hard rock energy and melodic hooks, showcasing UFO's signature sound with a polished 80s production sheen.
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Hawkwind
In Your Area
Psychedelic rock and progressive soundscapes merge into a cosmic journey filled with imaginative narratives and experimental textures.
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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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Angels & Airwaves
I-Empire
I-Empire features a blend of soaring melodies and rich textures that define Angels & Airwaves’ identity. It balances emotional highs and lows, making it an accessible entry point for newcomers.
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Angels & Airwaves
Lifeforms
Ethereal soundscapes merge with soaring melodies to create a cosmic journey through emotions and introspection.
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Camel
I Can See Your House from Here
Ethereal melodies intertwine with complex rhythms, creating a sonic landscape that invites exploration and introspection.
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Camel
The Single Factor
A blend of melodic progressive rock with ethereal textures, enveloping listeners in spacey soundscapes and introspective themes.
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By decade
Where space rock landed in each era.