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.
Pink Floyd
Soundtrack From The Film “More”
A haunting blend of experimental soundscapes and melodic interludes that evoke the film's dreamlike essence.
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Pink Floyd
The Dark Side of the Moon
A haunting sonic journey through existential themes, blending intricate instrumentation with profound lyrical explorations.
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Vision Eternel
For Farewell of Nostalgia
A haunting blend of ambient textures and ethereal melodies that evoke profound introspection and nostalgia.
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Vision Eternel
Seul dans l'obsession
Ethereal soundscapes envelop listeners in haunting melodies and introspective textures, creating a dreamlike auditory experience.
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The Flaming Lips
The Southern Oklahoma Cosmic Trigger Contest
A surreal blend of experimental soundscapes and whimsical storytelling that transports listeners to an otherworldly dimension.
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The Flaming Lips
Shambolic Birth and Early Life Of
A sprawling journey through surreal soundscapes and off-kilter melodies that defy conventional song structures.
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Muse
Muscle Museum EP
Ethereal melodies entwine with heavy riffs, creating a sonic landscape that is both haunting and exhilarating.
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Muse
Black Holes and Revelations
A sweeping blend of pulsating rock anthems and orchestral grandeur, echoing themes of existential crisis and resilience.
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Camel
Lunar Sea
A celestial journey through intricate melodies and cosmic themes, embodying the essence of progressive rock's expansive spirit.
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Camel
Breathless
Melodic progressive rock intertwines with ethereal themes, creating an atmospheric journey through sound.
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Ozric Tentacles
The Hidden Step
A mesmerizing journey through swirling synths, intricate guitar work, and hypnotic rhythms that define the Ozric sound.
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Ozric Tentacles
The Floor's Too Far Away
A swirling fusion of psychedelic melodies and intricate rhythms that transport listeners to cosmic realms.
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UFO
UFO 2: Flying
A cosmic journey through expansive soundscapes and heavy riffs, merging hard rock with ethereal space influences.
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UFO
Misdemeanor
A vibrant blend of hard rock and melodic hooks that captures the essence of mid-'80s rock energy.
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Hawkwind
In Your Area
A sprawling blend of progressive and psychedelic rock, weaving cosmic themes with experimental soundscapes.
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Hawkwind
Live Chronicles
A cosmic odyssey blending progressive rock's complexity with psychedelic textures and evocative storytelling.
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