Lily on the Beach
Tangerine Dream · 1989
56 min · 13 tracks · electronic · Krautrock
A lush tapestry of synth-driven landscapes interwoven with ethereal melodies and rhythmic pulses.
Why this album works
'Lily on the Beach' received mixed reviews but is significant for its blend of electronic and pop elements, reflecting a broader acceptance of electronic music in mainstream culture. The album charted modestly and showcased the band's ongoing evolution, influencing future electronic artists seeking to merge genres.
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo listening experience ethereal melodies for relaxation for reflective afternoons
- Context
- Released in 1989, 'Lily on the Beach' was Tangerine Dream's 15th studio album and marked a period of transition following their classic era. At this point, the band had shifted towards a more commercial sound after years of pioneering work in electronic music, exemplified by their previous album 'Tyger' in 1987.
- 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 Too Hot for My Chinchilla 3:47
- 2 Lily on the Beach Standout 4:15
- 3 Alaskan Summer 3:36
- 4 Desert Drive Standout 3:50
- 5 Mount Shasta 4:26
- 6 Crystal Curfew 5:03
- 7 Paradise Cove 3:50
- 8 Twenty-Nine Palms 3:22
- 9 Valley of the Kings 5:10
- 10 Radio City 4:08
- 11 Blue Mango Cafe Standout 4:13
- 12 Gecko 3:34
- 13 Long Island Sunset 6:59
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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