23am
Robert Miles · 1997
61 min · 11 tracks · trance
Ethereal soundscapes intertwine with rhythmic pulses, creating a serene yet vibrant trance experience that invites introspection and movement.
Top tracks — play these first
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Everyday Life — This track exemplifies the album's blend of melodic elements with driving beats, showcasing Miles' ability to create immersive soundscapes that resonate deeply.
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Freedom — With its uplifting melodies and expansive arrangement, 'Freedom' captures the essence of liberation that defines much of Miles' work and resonates with listeners seeking solace.
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Flying Away — 'Flying Away' stands out for its ethereal quality and emotional depth, embodying the atmospheric layering that became a hallmark of Miles' signature sound.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends ethereal soundscapes with rhythmic elements, creating a cohesive trance experience.
What we noticed
- The first track is an ambient introduction that sets a serene tone, leading into rhythmic tracks that maintain a steady pulse.
- Several tracks feature layered synth melodies that create ethereal soundscapes, while others incorporate more pronounced beats for movement.
- The album closes with a gradual deceleration in tempo, allowing the listener to transition out of the experience.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- gradual builds and payoffs
- long, immersive listening sessions
- atmospheric background focus
- dynamic emotional journeys
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on November 24, 1997, '23am' marked Robert Miles' second studio album following his groundbreaking debut, 'Dreamland'. At this point in his career, Miles was consolidating his status as a leading figure in the trance genre after the massive success of his hit single 'Children'.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Chicane· BT· Paul van Dyk
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Introducing 3:27
- 2 A New Flower 5:55
- 3 Everyday Life 10:30
- 4 Freedom 5:51
- 5 Textures 3:14
- 6 Enjoy 5:56
- 7 Flying Away 4:57
- 8 Heatwave 5:57
- 9 Maresias 5:49
- 10 Full Moon 6:59
- 11 Leaving Behind... 2:22
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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