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ATOMHENGE, the label home for the Hawkwind catalogue between 1975 - 1997 is pleased to announce the release of "The Charisma Years 1976 - 1979"; a 4 CD set comprising all four of Hawkwind's albums originally released by the Charisma label between 1976 & 1979 - "Astounding Sounds, Amazing Music", "Quark Strangeness & Charm", "Hawklords: 25 Years On" and "PXR 5". - These recordings saw the influence of lyricist and front man Robert Calvert come to the fore in the band. The originally and breadth of Hawkwind's music was expanded greatly during this period and the four albums released between 1976 and 1979 are now regarded as ground-breaking classics. - This official 4CD clamshell boxed set features each album in a replica card sleeve wallet and includes an illustrated poster. A 4 CD CLAMSHELL BOXED SET FEATURING HAWKWIND's FOUR ALBUMS ORIGINALLY RELEASED ON THE CHARISMA LABEL BETWEEN 1976 & 1979 - CDs IN REPLICA CARD SLEEVES
"The Charisma Years 1976-1979" on CD by Hawkwind, released by Cherry Red Records, is an expansive collection that documents one of the band's most intriguing and transitional periods. Focusing on the years with the Charisma label, this set captures Hawkwind as they evolve their trademark space rock into more structured, song-oriented material while retaining the cosmic drive and hypnotic repetition that made them cult legends. Across the discs, listeners can expect powerful studio cuts, immersive atmospheres and the band's trademark blend of heavy riffs, swirling electronics and futuristic themes - a perfect entry point for newcomers and a treasure trove for long-time fans who want a focused snapshot of this late-70s era.
This period is widely seen as a creative crossroads for Hawkwind: the science-fiction imagery becomes sharper, the arrangements tighter, and the band experiments with more diverse textures without losing their sense of propulsion. The compilation highlights how the group navigated the changing musical landscape of the late 1970s while staying true to their visionary core. Carefully remastered audio (where provided in such editions) and a thoughtful track selection underline the enduring power of these recordings, making the CD both a historical document and an energizing listening experience today.
Hawkwind are pioneers of space rock and one of the most influential underground bands to emerge from the UK. Known for their relentless touring, immersive light shows and extended psychedelic jams, they built a devoted following far beyond the mainstream. Over the years, Hawkwind have inspired generations of rock, metal and alternative acts with their fusion of hard-edged guitars, synths and science-fiction storytelling. Their legacy rests on a series of boundary-pushing albums and a reputation for constantly reinventing themselves while preserving a unique, instantly recognizable sound.
Cherry Red Records is a long-established independent label renowned for its lovingly curated reissues and catalogue projects across rock, punk, alternative and progressive music. With an archivist's attention to detail, Cherry Red specializes in bringing important recordings back into circulation, often adding extensive liner notes, rare tracks and high-quality packaging. By dedicating a release to Hawkwind's Charisma years, the label reaffirms its commitment to preserving key chapters of music history and presenting them in a way that respects both the artists and dedicated collectors.
Sofisticación del hard psychodelic de įlbumes anteriores. Entrando de lleno en el progresivo sin perder ni un sólo rasgo de identidad. "Damnation Alley" del album "Quark, Strangeness and Charm" es una de mis favoritas inspirada en la novela homonima de Roger Zelazny (1967), que narra el viaje suicida en un vehiculo ligero blindado a traves de una América post-apocaliptica. La novela también inspiró una versión cinematogrįfica en 1977, igualmente recomendable aunque el tono difiere.
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