Released 40 years ago
Legend
Tangerine Dream · 1986
40 min · 11 tracks · electronic music
Ethereal soundscapes intertwine with cinematic melodies, creating an immersive sonic journey through fantasy realms.
Top tracks — play these first
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Is Your Love Strong Enough Start here — This track showcases a haunting vocal performance that contrasts with the instrumental landscape, encapsulating the emotional core of the film's narrative.
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Loved by the Sun — With its lush arrangements and ethereal atmosphere, this piece exemplifies Tangerine Dream's ability to evoke deep emotions and vivid imagery without lyrics.
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Unicorn Theme — This theme captures the essence of innocence and wonder, becoming a signature motif throughout the film while highlighting the band's melodic strength.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalThe album's immersive soundscapes and thematic continuity create a compelling listening experience.
What we noticed
- The album features long, atmospheric tracks that often build slowly, layering synth textures over time.
- Several pieces incorporate recurring melodic motifs that create a sense of continuity throughout the record.
- The first half of the album is dominated by ethereal soundscapes, while the second half introduces more rhythmic elements and dynamic shifts.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady melodic journey throughout
- ethereal soundscapes for dreaming
- fantastical themes for imagination
- background ambiance for relaxation
Maybe skip if you
- seeking fast-paced excitement
- prefer straightforward song structures
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — Established Tangerine Dream's reputation in film scoring with a notable soundtrack.
- Themes
- fantasy realms· cinematic soundscapes· ethereal innocence
- Career context
- Released in 1986, 'Legend' marks Tangerine Dream's transition into film scoring, following their earlier influential electronic works. This album came after their acclaimed soundtrack for 'Sorcerer' and reflects their continued exploration of atmospheric sound as they ventured into Hollywood.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Klaus Schulze· Jean-Michel Jarre· Vangelis
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Is Your Love Strong Enough
The refrain shifts to express vulnerability and longing, emphasizing the struggle between love and sacrifice within the narrative context.
This shift not only deepens the emotional stakes but also aligns with the film's themes of fate and desire, enhancing its dramatic impact.
Tracklist
- 1 Is Your Love Strong Enough Start here 5:08
- 2 Opening 2:55
- 3 Cottage 3:23
- 4 Unicorn Theme 3:27
- 5 Goblins 3:03
- 6 Fairies 2:57
- 7 Loved by the Sun 5:56
- 8 Blue Room 3:24
- 9 The Dance 2:23
- 10 Darkness 3:05
- 11 The Kitchen / Unicorn Theme Reprise 4:49
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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