Electronic Meditation
Tangerine Dream · 1970
36 min · 5 tracks · electronic · Krautrock
A hypnotic blend of experimental sounds and immersive textures that defy traditional musical boundaries.
Why this album works
This album is significant for being one of the earliest examples of electronic music that incorporated improvisation and live performance elements. Its experimental nature helped pave the way for the genre's evolution, influencing contemporaries and future artists alike, while also contributing to the broader Krautrock movement.
- Best for
- hypnotic immersive experiences long contemplative listening sessions dynamic sonic explorations
- Context
- Released in June 1970, 'Electronic Meditation' is Tangerine Dream's debut album, marking their entry into the burgeoning Krautrock scene. At this point, the band was still forming its identity, experimenting with avant-garde techniques that would later define their sound and influence electronic music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Modern Talking· Thomas Anders· Die Ärzte· Nena· Alphaville· ATB· Fools Garden· Bad Boys Blue
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Genesis Standout 5:56
- 2 Journey Through a Burning Brain Standout 12:27
- 3 Cold Smoke Standout 10:49
- 4 Ashes to Ashes 3:59
- 5 Resurrection 3:26
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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