Elements Box
Mike Oldfield · 1993
286 min · 52 tracks · classical · pop rock · progressive rock
A sprawling, eclectic mix blending progressive rock with classical influences and world music textures.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic journey with peaks
- patient exploration of themes
- background warmth for focus
- long-form listening commitment
- eclectic soundscapes to discover
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer short, standalone tracks
- seek instant gratification
Where this album fits
- Themes
- Celtic mysticism· instrumental storytelling· seasonal warmth
- Career context
- Released in 1993, 'Elements Box' arrived during Mike Oldfield's re-emergence into the music scene after a hiatus following the commercial success of 'Crises' in 1983. This compilation encapsulates his diverse musical journey, highlighting significant works from his earlier albums while showcasing his evolution as an artist.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Vangelis· Jean-Michel Jarre· Enya
- Sounds like this from elsewhere
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Oceanic by Vangelis — Combines progressive electronic textures with orchestral elements, evoking vast landscapes.The Mask and Mirror by Loreena McKennitt — Blends world music and Celtic themes with rich storytelling and instrumental depth.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Tubular Bells, Part One 25:30
- 2 Tubular Bells, Part Two 23:20
- 3 Hergest Ridge (excerpt) 9:33
- 4 In dulci jubilo 2:51
- 5 Portsmouth 2:03
- 6 Vivaldi Concerto in C 3:52
Disc 2
- 1 Ommadawn, Part One 19:18
- 2 On Horseback 3:25
- 3 William Tell Overture 3:56
- 4 Argiers 4:00
- 5 First Excursion 5:57
- 6 Sailor’s Hornpipe 1:35
- 7 Incantations, Part Two (excerpt) 12:20
- 8 Guilty 4:03
- 9 The Path 3:31
- 10 Blue Peter 2:08
- 11 Woodhenge 4:07
- 12 Punkadiddle (live) 5:37
- 13 Polka (live) 3:34
Disc 3
- 1 Platinum, Parts 3 & 4 8:02
- 2 Arrival 2:46
- 3 Taurus 1 10:18
- 4 QE2 7:38
- 5 Wonderful Land 2:51
- 6 Sheba 3:33
- 7 Five Miles Out 4:17
- 8 Taurus 2 (excerpt) 7:59
- 9 Family Man 3:46
- 10 Mount Teidi 4:12
- 11 Waldberg (The Peak) 3:25
- 12 Crises (excerpt) 5:25
- 13 Moonlight Shadow 3:37
- 14 Foreign Affair 3:54
Disc 4
- 1 Shadow on the Wall 5:09
- 2 Taurus 3 2:26
- 3 Crime of Passion 3:37
- 4 Jungle Gardenia 2:44
- 5 To France 4:44
- 6 Afghan 2:45
- 7 Tricks of the Light (instrumental) 3:56
- 8 Etude 3:07
- 9 Evacuation 5:13
- 10 Legend 2:24
- 11 Islands 4:19
- 12 The Wind Chimes, Part One 2:29
- 13 Flying Start 3:36
- 14 Magic Touch 4:14
- 15 Earth Moving 3:59
- 16 Far Country 4:25
- 17 Holy 3:45
- 18 Amarok (excerpt) 6:18
- 19 Heaven’s Open 4:27
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