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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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • reflective melodies for introspection
  • wave-like pacing with peaks
  • melodic familiarity from classics
  • textures for relaxation

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking instant gratification
  • prefer straightforward structures

Where this album fits

Themes
Celtic fusion melodies· ambient soundscapes· progressive rock heritage
Career 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.
Stylistic neighbors
Vangelis· Jean-Michel Jarre· Enya
Sounds like this from elsewhere
Magical Ring by Clannad — Shares Celtic influences and ambient textures, creating a similarly reflective soundscape.
Watermark by Enya — Blends ethereal vocals with lush, ambient arrangements akin to Oldfield's sound.
Spiral by Vangelis — Combines progressive rock elements with ambient synths, resonating with Oldfield's innovative style.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Tubular Bells (Original Theme From The Exorcist) 3:17
  • 2 Moonlight Shadow 3:38
  • 3 In Dulci Jubilo 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

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