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Far Away Trains Passing By

Ulrich Schnauss · 2001

82 min · 12 tracks · electronica

Ethereal soundscapes interweave melodic elements, creating a dreamlike journey through ambient electronica.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady flow for deep focus
  • dreamlike soundscapes for relaxation
  • for introspective afternoons
  • gradual developments invite reflection
  • immersive listening during quiet moments

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of instant gratification
  • prefer upbeat party tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2001, 'Far Away Trains Passing By' marked Ulrich Schnauss's debut album, establishing him as a significant figure in the electronica scene. At this stage, he was transitioning from a budding producer to an influential artist within ambient and downtempo music circles.
Stylistic neighbors
Tycho· Boards of Canada· Moby

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

Disc 1

  • 1 Knuddelmaus 7:01
  • 2 Between Us and Them 7:29
  • 3 … Passing By 6:35
  • 4 Blumenwiese neben Autobahn 6:33
  • 5 Nobody’s Home 7:36
  • 6 Molfsee 8:07

Disc 2

  • 1 Sunday Evening in Your Street 6:44
  • 2 Suddenly the Trees Are Giving Way 6:22
  • 3 Nothing Happens in June 6:17
  • 4 As If You’ve Never Been Away 7:00
  • 5 Crazy for You 6:32
  • 6 Wherever You Are 6:37

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