Karma cover

Karma

Delerium · 1997

75 min · 11 tracks · electronic

Ethereal soundscapes intertwined with hypnotic beats create a transcendent journey through ambient electronic realms.

Why this album works

'Karma' achieved notable commercial success, peaking at number 5 on the Canadian Albums Chart and significantly influencing the ambient and trance music scenes. Its single 'Silence' became a staple within electronic music culture, leading to numerous remixes and adaptations by various artists.
Best for
long immersive listening sessions gradual builds and payoffs atmospheric background focus
Context
By the release of 'Karma' in 1997, Delerium was transitioning from their earlier dark wave roots into a more accessible electronic sound. This album followed their breakthrough hit 'Silence,' which had propelled them into mainstream consciousness, solidifying their status in the electronic genre.
Stylistic neighbors
The Avalanches· Moby· Aphex Twin

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Enchanted Standout 8:31
  • 2 Duende 5:23
  • 3 Twilight 6:07
  • 4 Silence Standout 6:33
  • 5 Forgotten Worlds 7:32
  • 6 Lamentation 8:34
  • 7 Euphoria (Firefly) Standout 5:28
  • 8 Remembrance 7:29
  • 9 Wisdom 4:49
  • 10 Koran 10:06
  • 11 ’Til the End of Time 4:36

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