Mos Eisley Spaceport return with “Live on Crow Hill,” a live recording captured in a single night at the enigmatic Crow Hill — a northern Shangri-La of home-brewed beer, old barns, motorcycles, and vinyl records, run by devoted music lovers. The album revisits much of their 2023 studio work “Further” while also introducing a previously unreleased track, “In Your Mind.”
“Way back in the distant past, Guido and Sebastian — who were performing as a duo at the time — were booked for a show at an enigmatic venue on the mysterious Crow Hill. With no expectations whatsoever, they stumbled upon a place seemingly detached from time and space: a northern Shangri-La built on home-brewed beer, old barns, motorcycles, and a formidable collection of vinyl records, all run by the most warm-hearted and passionate music lovers in this hemisphere. Needless to say, they played one of their finest gigs in this incarnation of Mos Eisley Spaceport — and needless to add, the decision to return to Crow Hill was made on the spot. Fast forward to 2025: Mos Eisley Spaceport has since expanded into a four-piece, with organist Björn – who already joined in 2023 and massively shaped the band’s unique sound on the album ‘Further’ – and brand-new member Jasper on bass. After just a few weeks of gathering in their practice space (the one with the wormhole, as you know by now) and jamming relentlessly, they began to unleash a new level of energy rarely heard from the band before. A very special kind of magic occurred — and soon it was time to head back to Crow Hill and show what this new line-up had to offer. Recorded by their long-time sound engineer Lennert, Mos Eisley Spaceport delivered a concert overflowing with psychedelic bliss, playful excursions, and sheer power to a small but devoted crowd of rock enthusiasts. Mixed by another long-time collaborator, Nicolai, this remarkable performance is now released for everyone’s delight. Enjoy!” — Mos Eisley Spaceport, Bandcamp
Spotlight on the new track: “In Your Mind”
This instrumental piece stands out immediately, uniting Space Rock and Progressive influences. Anchored by a commanding organ line, a solid groove, and subtle Krautrock reminiscences, it demonstrates the band’s evolving sound. The layered arrangements, playful yet precise interplay, and immersive textures hint at the direction of an upcoming EP planned for next year. “In Your Mind” showcases Mos Eisley Spaceport’s ability to blend technical skill with engaging musical narratives, making it a highlight of the live collection.
The live album also captures the energy of their expanded four-piece line-up, featuring Björn on organ — whose presence since 2023 has shaped the band’s unique sonic identity — and Jasper on bass, adding fresh dynamics to the ensemble. While we experienced the album via audio only, it’s clear that the intricate interplay and lively energy of Mos Eisley Spaceport shine through, giving familiar tracks from “Further” new textures and a distinctive live dimension.
Fans of adventurous Progressive Rock and Space Rock will find “In Your Mind” a promising glimpse of what’s to come, reaffirming Mos Eisley Spaceport’s position as a project worth following closely.
Purchase “Live on Crow Hill” on Bandcamp: https://moseisleyspaceport.bandcamp.com/album/live-on-crow-hill
Tracklist:
01. Drop Out 05:57
02. Space Shift 07:45
03. Raised By A Lioness 07:21
04. Cocaine Blues 05:38
05. Ashes To Ashes 09:33
06. Scattle Cat 04:05
07. Interstellar Mantis 12:04
08. In Your Mind 05:13