What makes Exit by Tangerine Dream notable?

'Exit' is significant for its critical reception, landing Tangerine Dream on the charts in various countries, including a top position in Germany. The album also exemplified the band's influence on the emerging electronic music scene, inspiring countless artists in genres ranging from ambient to synth-pop. Released in 1981, 'Exit' marked Tangerine Dream's transition into a more accessible sound while still retaining their avant-garde roots. This album followed the critically acclaimed 'Force Majeure' and showcased the band's evolution as pioneers of electronic music, appealing to both art rock enthusiasts and mainstream listeners.

Exit works well if you're into long immersive listening sessions, atmospheric background focus and dynamic emotional journeys.

How many songs are on Exit?

Exit has 6 tracks, running approximately 36 minutes.

Exit

Tangerine Dream · 1981

36 min · 6 tracks · electronic · Krautrock

Ethereal synth landscapes interweave with rhythmic pulses, creating a dreamlike auditory journey through space and time.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

long immersive listening sessions
atmospheric background focus
dynamic emotional journeys
gradual builds and payoffs

Where this album fits

Career context: Released in 1981, 'Exit' marked Tangerine Dream's transition into a more accessible sound while still retaining their avant-garde roots. This album followed the critically acclaimed 'Force Majeure' and showcased the band's evolution as pioneers of electronic music, appealing to both art rock enthusiasts and mainstream listeners.
Stylistic neighbors: Klaus Schulze· Jean-Michel Jarre· Vangelis