Empetus
Steve Roach · 1986
44 min · 9 tracks · ambient
A mesmerizing blend of ethereal synth landscapes and rhythmic pulses that transport listeners into deep sonic realms.
Why this album works
The album received critical acclaim for its innovative approach to ambient music, contributing to the genre's rise in popularity during the mid-1980s. 'Empetus' is often recognized for influencing a wave of electronic artists and is considered a significant release within Roach's discography, marking a key moment in the evolution of ambient sound.
- Best for
- steady pacing with gradual build immersive soundscapes for deep focus transportive experience for introspection
- Context
- Released in 1986, 'Empetus' was Steve Roach's third studio album, following his acclaimed debut 'Now' and the follow-up 'Strange Places'. At this point in his career, Roach had begun to solidify his reputation as a pioneer of ambient music, experimenting with complex textures and immersive soundscapes that would come to define the genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Roland Kayn· The Orb· BT
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Arrival Standout 4:25
- 2 Seeking 5:36
- 3 Conquest Standout 6:08
- 4 Empowerment 4:01
- 5 Twilight Heat 3:15
- 6 Merge 6:24
- 7 Urge 6:25
- 8 Distance Is Near Standout 2:42
- 9 The Memory 5:51
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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