{"product_id":"hawkwind-masters-of-the-universe-vinyl-lp","title":"Hawkwind – Masters of the Universe (Vinyl LP)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a key early compilation from the pioneering British \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003espace rock\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e band \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHawkwind\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, gathering standout tracks from their 1971–1974 United Artists era. Released in February 1977, it captures the group’s classic psychedelic, sci-fi-infused sound — heavy riffs, cosmic themes, spoken-word interludes, and extended jams — that influenced punk, metal, and electronic music.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe front cover features epic fantasy artwork by \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMark Wilkinson\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (signed “M.W. ’77” in the corner): a towering, armored warrior-sorcerer figure (evoking ancient mysticism with a trident staff, horned helmet, and “Om” symbol on his robe) stands atop a jagged mountain peak at sunset, while a cloaked, winged figure (possibly a shaman or alien entity) leaps dramatically in the foreground. The landscape blends misty peaks, forests, and glowing paths under a dramatic sky. The band name \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHAWKWIND\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e appears in metallic, futuristic lettering inside a hexagonal badge, with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e below in bold chrome-style text.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe back cover continues the atmospheric mountain vista (a massive natural rock arch\/bridge over a valley at dusk, with winding paths and distant peaks), listing the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e7-track\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e selection (compiled from previous albums and live recordings):\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSide 1\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eMaster of the Universe (6:35) – from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn Search of Space\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (1971), produced by Hawkwind \u0026amp; George Chkiantz at Air Studios, London\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eBrainstorm (11:40) – from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoremi Fasol Latido\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (1972), produced by Hawkwind at Rockfield (Dave \u0026amp; Del), Monmouth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSide 2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eSonic Attack (2:55) – from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpace Ritual\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e live (1973), produced\/mixed by Anton Matthews \u0026amp; Vic Maile\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eOrgone Accumulator (10:00) – from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpace Ritual\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e live (1973), recorded at Liverpool\/Edmonton, produced by Hawkwind\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eIt’s So Easy (5:47) – live from “Psychedelic Warriors” (Sundown, Edmonton, 1972)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eLost Johnny (3:26) – from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHall of the Mountain Grill\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (1974), produced by Hawkwind \u0026amp; Doug Bennett at Olympic Studios\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSleeve concept, art direction, and illustration by \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePaul Henry\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (front) and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMark Wilkinson\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (additional credits noted). The gatefold-style laminated sleeve shows typical 1970s wear (edge scuffs, ring wear, corner rubs, some fading), but the iconic artwork remains striking and collectible.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA essential entry point to Hawkwind’s early cosmic voyage — perfect for fans of space rock, prog\/psych, Lemmy-era Hawkwind, or vintage UK heavy psych vinyl.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe vinyl is housed in its original laminated picture sleeve (gatefold design with artwork and credits on the reverse), showing age-appropriate wear consistent with a 1970s collectible. Please expect some wear and scratches to the sleeve. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Front Cover","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57165768851839,"sku":null,"price":4.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0992\/1409\/8815\/files\/IMG_8162.jpg?v=1774005858","url":"https:\/\/thefrontcovercollection.co.uk\/products\/hawkwind-masters-of-the-universe-vinyl-lp","provider":"The Front Cover","version":"1.0","type":"link"}