Hawkwind

English rock band HawkwindHawkwind in 2017Background informationAlso known asHawkwind Zoo, Sonic Assassins, Hawklords, Psychedelic Warriors, Group X, Hawkwind Light Orchestra, The Elves of Silbury HillOriginLadbroke Grove, London, EnglandGenres Space rock hard rock progressive rock psychedelic rock acid rock proto-punk Years active1969–presentLabels UA Charisma Bronze RCA/Active Flicknife GWR EBS Voiceprint Cherry Red SpinoffsHawklords (1970s)Hawklords (2000s)Inner City UnitMotörheadSonic AssassinsSpace RitualMembersDave BrockRichard ChadwickMagnus MartinThighpaulsandraDoug MacKinnonPast membersSee members articleWebsitehawkwind.com Hawkwind are an English rock band known as one of the earliest space rock groups. Since their formation in November 1969, Hawkwind have gone through many incarnations and have incorporated many different styles into their music, including hard rock, progressive rock and psychedelic rock. They are regarded as an influential proto-punk band. Their lyrics often cover themes of urban life and science fiction. Many musicians, dancers and writers have worked with the band since their inception. Key members of Hawkwind have included Nik Turner, Huw Lloyd-La