So not much to say about Hawkwind’s “Space Ritual”, except that I have NO early idea (i.e. see what I did there… : ) why this is on the 1,001 list… This was a very demoralizing listen to say the least… All I kept thinking was, this is a considerably less-talented version of Spinal Tap, as this album just keep droning on, and on – with no discernible change in sound, or vocals… Sure, they may have sped some sections up, and slowed some down – but it was like the sonic version of dirty bathwater… In addition, the audio quality was extremely sub-par – but I guess that could have been related to when it was recorded, but another variable that didn’t help the cause… And lyrically – forget it – “…In case of Sonic Attack on your district Follow these rules If you are making love, it is imperative to bring all bodies to orgasm simultaneously Do not waste time blocking your ears Do not waste time seeking a soundproof shelter…” The really sad part for me, was later that day after listening to this crap, my wife and I were enjoying drinks outside on the back deck as it was a lovely summer evening, and we put the album “Avalon” from Roxy Music on over the Bose speakers… Such an amazing album, and the best from Roxy as far as I am concerned… So my wife asks me about the album that I listened to for the 1,001 earlier in the day, and I told her about my dreadful Spinal Tap experience with Hawkwind, and she asks if it’s that bad – why is it on the list? Good question, to which I respond – “…Have no idea, but apparently it’s #276 out 1,001 on the list…”. She then asks another great question – “…What is “Avalon” rated on the list…”, and much to my dismay – it seems that the seminal album from Roxy didn’t even merit a mention on the list… Listen – I’m a rock guy, and love me some progressive concept albums – but first and foremost, they have to be good, so listing an album JUST because it was ambitious, makes absolutely NO sense to me… About 150 albums or so in, and really beginning to question why I am even spending time this exercise after an album like this… 1 hour & 43 minutes of my life that I won't get back... Ugh...