Chariots of Fire
Vangelis · 1981
42 min · 7 tracks · electronic · progressive rock · ambient
Ethereal synth landscapes intertwine with orchestral elements, creating a soaring soundtrack that evokes triumph and nostalgia.
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
- When 'Chariots of Fire' was released in March 1981, Vangelis was already an established composer, having gained recognition for his work on film scores. This album marked a significant moment in his career, as it followed the success of his earlier soundtrack for 'Blade Runner' (1982) and solidified his reputation in the realm of electronic music and film scoring.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Jean-Michel Jarre· Klaus Schulze· Brian Eno
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Titles 3:34
- 2 Five Circles 5:21
- 3 Abraham’s Theme 3:21
- 4 Eric’s Theme 4:18
- 5 100 Metres 2:04
- 6 Jerusalem 2:47
- 7 Chariots of Fire 20:41
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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