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Released 21 years ago this June

Jarre in China

Jean-Michel Jarre · 2005

57 min · 11 tracks · ambient

A mesmerizing blend of electronic soundscapes and ambient textures that transports listeners to the heart of China.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • wave-like pacing with depth
  • immersive soundscapes for exploration
  • evocative themes of travel
  • serene moments for reflection

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer fast-paced listening
  • seek immediate musical gratification

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Late Career Highlight — Captures a significant live performance, showcasing Jarre's continued relevance.
Themes
Shanghai concert experience· traditional Chinese instruments· ambient soundscapes
Career context
Released in 2005, 'Jarre in China' marked Jean-Michel Jarre's return to live performance after several years, capturing a unique concert held in Shanghai. This album followed his earlier work 'Geometry of Love' (2003) and showcased his continued exploration of ambient music infused with cultural elements.
Stylistic neighbors
Vangelis· Klaus Schulze· Tangerine Dream
If this clicks, go next to
Amazônia — Continues the exploration of immersive soundscapes with a fresh thematic focus.
Sounds like this from elsewhere
Ambient 1: Music for Airports by Brian Eno — Shares a focus on atmospheric soundscapes that evoke specific environments.
Silk Road by Kitarō — Combines ambient textures with traditional instrumentation, reflecting cultural narratives.
Sleep by Max Richter — Explores immersive sound design and emotional landscapes, similar to Jarre's ambient approach.
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Tracklist

New here? Start with "Aero".

  • 1 Aero Start here 3:26
  • 2 Oxygène 2 7:39
  • 3 Oxygène 4 4:12
  • 4 Geometry of Love 5:01
  • 5 Équinoxe 8 1:05
  • 6 Équinoxe 4 5:34
  • 7 Aerozone 5:00
  • 8 Chronology 6 5:35
  • 9 Fishing Junks at Sunset 11:45
  • 10 Souvenir of China 4:38
  • 11 Aerology (remix) 3:37

What to play next

This album is considered a Late Career Highlight in Jean-Michel Jarre's catalog. Captures a significant live performance, showcasing Jarre's continued relevance.

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Geometry of Love

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Sets up a rich electronic atmosphere that leads into the cultural depth of Jarre in China.
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