Inferno
Tangerine Dream · 2002
79 min · 18 tracks · electronic · Krautrock
A haunting blend of electronic soundscapes that evoke the surreal imagery of Dante's Inferno.
Why this album works
The album showcases Tangerine Dream's ability to fuse literature with sound, garnering critical acclaim for its innovative compositions. It received recognition within the electronic music community and contributed to the band's enduring influence on ambient and cinematic soundtracks.
- Best for
- haunting soundscapes for introspection dynamic exploration of emotional themes wave-like pacing for deep listening
- Context
- Released in 2002, 'Inferno' marked Tangerine Dream’s exploration of thematic music based on literary works, following a significant shift in their sound from the 1990s. This album arrived during a period when the band was transitioning to a more orchestral and conceptual approach, continuing their legacy as pioneers of electronic music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Modern Talking· Thomas Anders· Die Ärzte· Nena· Alphaville· ATB· Fools Garden· Bad Boys Blue
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Before the Closing of the Day 4:50
- 2 The Spirit of Virgil 2:39
- 3 Minotaurae Hunt at Dawn 3:24
- 4 Those Once Broke the First Word 3:38
- 5 Dante in Despair Standout 3:25
- 6 Io non mor 5:49
- 7 Vidi tre facce 4:41
- 8 At the Deepest Point in Space 2:38
- 9 L’omperador del doloroso regno 4:45
- 10 Voices in a Starless Night Standout 4:14
- 11 Fear and Longing 3:06
- 12 Fallen for Death 4:38
- 13 Where All Light Went Silent 3:39
- 14 Charon, il barchere 3:59
- 15 La grey de los almas perdidas 7:28
- 16 Justice of the Karma Law 3:02
- 17 As the Sun Moves Towards Heaven Standout 7:57
- 18 Beatrice, l’âme infinie 5:10
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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