How to Get Into UFO: A Guide for New Listeners
UFO carved a significant niche in the hard rock landscape, intertwining cosmic themes with powerful instrumentals, effectively bridging the gap between heavy metal's raw energy and the expansive feel of space rock.
With a discography spanning nearly five decades, diving into UFO can feel daunting. This guide offers a clear entry point with their album 'Lights Out,' showcasing the band's blend of hard rock and space rock. You'll discover essential albums that define their sound and paths for deeper exploration.
Start here
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic emotional journeys
- long, immersive listening sessions
- atmospheric background focus
- gradual builds and payoffs
After this: No Place to Run — Great mix of hard rock and accessibility.
Songs to start with
If you'd rather pick a song than an album.
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"This Time" — from Misdemeanor (1985)
establishes the sonic palette early
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2
"Heartful of Soul" — from The Salentino Cuts (2017)
establishes the sonic palette early
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3
"The Killing Kind" — from A Conspiracy of Stars (2015)
establishes the sonic palette early
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"When Daylight Goes to Town" — from You Are Here (2004)
establishes the sonic palette early
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"Between a Rock and a Hard Place" — from Ain't Misbehavin' (1987)
establishes the sonic palette early
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"A Self Made Man" — from Walk on Water (1995)
establishes the sonic palette early
Listening paths
Pick a path through UFO's catalog.
Key albums that define UFO's hard rock legacy.
Easily approachable albums for casual listeners.
Explores UFO's diverse styles and evolution.
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Common questions
Where should I start with UFO?
Start with Lights Out (1977).
What does UFO sound like?
The music bursts with gritty guitars and driving rhythms that build tension before releasing into expansive, soaring melodies. Rooted in hard rock and space rock.
How many albums does UFO have?
UFO has 73 releases in their discography, including 30 albums and 2 EPs.