Beauty in the Beast
Wendy Carlos · 1986
57 min · 8 tracks · electronic
A mesmerizing blend of synthesized textures and organic sounds that evoke a dreamlike landscape.
Why this album works
'Beauty in the Beast' is notable for its innovative use of electronic instruments and its influence on the ambient music scene. The album received critical acclaim for its artistic ambition, further solidifying Carlos's reputation as a pioneer in electronic music and inspiring a generation of composers and musicians.
- Best for
- dreamlike soundscapes for relaxation wave-like pacing with calm moments exploratory listening for introspection
- Context
- By 1986, Wendy Carlos had already made significant contributions to electronic music with her groundbreaking album 'Switched-On Bach' in 1968. 'Beauty in the Beast' represents her continued evolution as an artist, showcasing her mastery of the Moog synthesizer while exploring new compositional ideas and soundscapes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Paul Kalkbrenner· Isao Tomita· Moby
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Incantation 6:46
- 2 Beauty in the Beast 3:58
- 3 Poem for Bali Standout 17:41
- 4 Just Imaginings Standout 12:06
- 5 That’s Just It 3:37
- 6 Yusae‐Aisae 3:13
- 7 C’est Afrique Standout 6:14
- 8 A Woman’s Song 4:09
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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