Live archive release. Robert Calvert, born in South Africa, was best known as the resident poet of Hawkwind. Calvert suffered from bipolar disorder, which often caused a fractious relationship with his fellow musicians. At one point he was sectioned under the Mental Health Act. Despite his sometimes debilitating mental health, Calvert remained a fiercely creative, driven and multi-talented artist. During periods away from Hawkwind duties, he worked on his solo career; his creative output including albums, stage plays, poetry, and a novel. His first solo album, Captain Lockheed and the Starfighters, was released in 1974. An anonymous describes this show from 1986 as: "Originally released on vinyl, but in very limited quantities, this CD allows us a chance to hear the Captain at his best - banter with the audience, some of his favorite songs and a few oddities as well. The performance isn't the finest ever, but even as Calvert and Krankshaft struggle through 'Catch a Falling Starfighter', you will find yourself reminded of happier times. Thanks Bob, heading for the Gods alone know where.

Tracklist:

Evil Rock
Catch a Falling Starfighter
Gremlins
The Aerospaceage Inferno
Test Tube Conceived
Working Down a Diamond Mine
All the Machines Are Quiet
Work Song
Telekinesis 1
Acid Rain 1
Lord of the Hornets

UPC: 5060230868196
Label: Gonzo
Release Date: 5.13.16
Format: CD

Robert Calvert - At the Queen Elizabeth Hall 1986 (CD)