Apollo: Atmospheres and Soundtracks
Brian Eno · 1983
49 min · 12 tracks · electronic · ambient · art rock
A serene blend of ethereal soundscapes and minimalist melodies that evoke the vastness of space.
Why this album works
The album is significant not only for its innovative sound design but also for its impact on the ambient genre, influencing countless artists. It reached No. 2 on the UK Albums Chart and has been praised in numerous retrospective reviews, including recognition for shaping the ambient music landscape.
- Best for
- steady atmospheric soundscapes for reflective solitude serene journey through sound
- Context
- Released in July 1983, 'Apollo: Atmospheres and Soundtracks' marked Brian Eno's transition into scoring, following his acclaimed work on albums like 'Ambient 1: Music for Airports'. This album served as a soundtrack for the documentary 'For All Mankind', showcasing Eno's innovative approach to ambient music during a time when he was redefining his artistic direction away from traditional pop structures.
- Stylistic neighbors
- David Bowie· The Velvet Underground· David Sylvian
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Under Stars 4:30
- 2 The Secret Place 3:29
- 3 Matta 4:19
- 4 Signals 2:47
- 5 An Ending (Ascent) Standout 4:25
- 6 Under Stars II Standout 3:22
- 7 Drift 3:08
- 8 Silver Morning 2:39
- 9 Deep Blue Day Standout 3:58
- 10 Weightless 4:35
- 11 Always Returning 4:04
- 12 Stars 7:57
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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