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Hawkwind Released The Chronicle of the Black Sword - November 11, 1985

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On this day, November 11, 1985, Hawkwind released The Chronicle of the Black Sword, their 14th studio album. Inspired by Michael Moorcock’s Elric series, the album combines Hawkwind’s signature space rock sound with a dark, fantasy theme, making it a standout in their catalog. The Chronicle of the Black Sword reached #65 on the UK charts and became a favorite for fans of the band’s concept-driven work.

Who remembers The Chronicle of the Black Sword? Did you enjoy the album’s fantasy-inspired theme?
 
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