Robert Calvert
March 9, 1945 – August 14, 1988
Robert Calvert is best remembered as the sometime lead singer of British space rock band, Hawkwind. He sang with the group at various times between 1972 and 1979. Calvert also co-wrote one of their biggest hits, “Silver Machine.” Highly prolific, he also released several solo albums and wrote poetry, stage plays and a novel. Robert Calvert died of a heart attack at the age 43.
What You Should Own
I get funny looks from people if I say “G, G for Germany”.
G… G for Germany!
G is also for genius.
Captain Calvert is sorely missed by those of us who know quality music when we hear it. What would he be up to now? What would he have made of the internet and mobile phones? Listen to “Online” from his album “Test Tube Conceived” for a classic slice of Robert being ahead of the game.
The video on this page is one I made for Youtube a while back. There are some more on my channel – HeidiLandRover – and they may not be very professional in their visual techniques but they are my way of spreading the word.
Captain Calvert – we salute you!
Heading for the gods alone know where…