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.
Why this album works
- Best for
- dynamic journey with peaks patient exploration of themes background warmth for focus
- 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.
- If you like
- classical, pop rock, progressive rock
Elements Box is an album by Mike Oldfield, released in 1993. A sprawling, eclectic mix blending progressive rock with classical influences and world music textures. 'Elements Box' serves as a comprehensive retrospective of Oldfield's career, featuring two of his most famous compositions, 'Tubular Bells' and 'Ommadawn'. The album's release was notable for its critical reception, particularly for reintroducing Oldfield's innovative sound to a new generation, solidifying his status as a pioneer in progressive rock. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Elements Box sound like?
A sprawling, eclectic mix blending progressive rock with classical influences and world music textures. Rooted in classical and pop rock.
What makes Elements Box by Mike Oldfield notable?
'Elements Box' serves as a comprehensive retrospective of Oldfield's career, featuring two of his most famous compositions, 'Tubular Bells' and 'Ommadawn'. The album's release was notable for its critical reception, particularly for reintroducing Oldfield's innovative sound to a new generation, solidifying his status as a pioneer in progressive rock. 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.
Who is Elements Box for?
Elements Box works well if you're into dynamic journey with peaks, patient exploration of themes and background warmth for focus.
How many songs are on Elements Box?
Elements Box has 52 tracks, running approximately 286 minutes.
Tracklist
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Disc 1
- 1 Tubular Bells, Part One Standout 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 Standout 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 Standout 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
Release Date
November 10, 1993
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
286 min 23 sec
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