Icon
Mike Oldfield · 2012
55 min · 14 tracks · classical · pop rock · progressive rock
A reflective collection of Oldfield's most beloved melodies, weaving ambient textures with progressive rock influences.
Why this album works
- Best for
- reflective melodies for introspection wave-like pacing with peaks melodic familiarity from classics
- Context
- Released in 2012, 'Icon' is a compilation album that showcases Mike Oldfield's extensive career, following his earlier works like 'Music of the Spheres' from 2008. At this point, Oldfield had already established himself as a pioneering musician known for his innovative approach to blending genres.
- If you like
- classical, pop rock, progressive rock
Icon is an album by Mike Oldfield, released in 2012. A reflective collection of Oldfield's most beloved melodies, weaving ambient textures with progressive rock influences. The album serves as a celebration of Oldfield's legacy, featuring iconic tracks that span decades. It reached notable chart positions in several countries, reinforcing Oldfield's lasting impact on the progressive rock and new age genres. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Icon sound like?
A reflective collection of Oldfield's most beloved melodies, weaving ambient textures with progressive rock influences. Rooted in classical and pop rock.
What makes Icon by Mike Oldfield notable?
The album serves as a celebration of Oldfield's legacy, featuring iconic tracks that span decades. It reached notable chart positions in several countries, reinforcing Oldfield's lasting impact on the progressive rock and new age genres. Released in 2012, 'Icon' is a compilation album that showcases Mike Oldfield's extensive career, following his earlier works like 'Music of the Spheres' from 2008. At this point, Oldfield had already established himself as a pioneering musician known for his innovative approach to blending genres.
Who is Icon for?
Icon works well if you're into reflective melodies for introspection, wave-like pacing with peaks and melodic familiarity from classics.
How many songs are on Icon?
Icon has 14 tracks, running approximately 55 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Tubular Bells (Original Theme From The Exorcist) Standout 3:17
- 2 Moonlight Shadow Standout 3:38
- 3 In Dulci Jubilo Standout 2:49
- 4 Spanish Tune 3:11
- 5 Harbinger 4:08
- 6 Ommadawn (Excerpt) 3:38
- 7 The Tempest 5:48
- 8 Angelique 4:40
- 9 Family Man 3:45
- 10 Guilty 6:43
- 11 The Gate 4:13
- 12 Sailor's Hornpipe (Viv Stanshall Version) 2:47
- 13 Portsmouth 2:00
- 14 Incantations Art Four (Excerpt) 4:40
Release Date
May 31, 2012
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
55 min 23 sec
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