On
Steve Hillage's 1978 release
Green, the underground prog rock fan favorite issues more of his trademark thinking-man's music. Fans of mid- to late-'70s
Pink Floyd will want to check this album out, since it possesses many of the same musical qualities, due to the fact that it was produced by
Floyd drummer
Nick Mason, along with
Hillage. Although not as consistent as some of his other albums, it certainly has its moments.
Hillage's recurring sci-fi influence is still felt in his music, especially on such tracks as "Sea Nature," "UFO Over Paris," and "Unidentified (Flying Being)."
Hillage uses the same band that appeared on his
Motivation Radio album, which helps make
Hillage's twisted songs even better (like his other albums, the musicianship is top-notch). Besides comparisons to
Floyd, the album's music is also similar to
David Bowie's late-'70s experimental electronic phase (check out the track "Crystal City," with vocals almost identical to
Bowie).
Hillage fans will definitely not be disappointed with
Green. ~ Greg Prato