Is Long Ambients Two a good place to start with Moby?

Yes, Long Ambients Two is recommended as a starting point for new Moby listeners. A serene exploration of ambient soundscapes, inviting listeners into a meditative experience that transcends time and space. Released in 2019, Long Ambients Two marks Moby's continued exploration of ambient music after his 2016 release, These Systems Are Failing. This album comes at a time when Moby is embracing a more introspective and experimental phase in his career, stepping back from mainstream electronic hits to focus on longer, immersive sound journeys.

Who is Long Ambients Two for?

Long Ambients Two works well if you're into deep meditation and introspection, slow-burn exploration and steady pacing for relaxation.

How many songs are on Long Ambients Two?

Long Ambients Two has 6 tracks, running approximately 217 minutes.

Long Ambients Two

Moby · 2019

217 min · 6 tracks · alternative rock

A serene exploration of ambient soundscapes, inviting listeners into a meditative experience that transcends time and space.

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Top tracks — play these first

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LA12 Start here — Spanning nearly an hour, LA12 serves as the centerpiece of the album, enveloping listeners in its rich layers of sound that ebb and flow seamlessly.
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LA14 — This track features intricate textures that build gradually, creating an almost cinematic quality that draws the listener deeper into its atmosphere.
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LA16 — LA16 showcases Moby's skill in manipulating sound over extended periods, resulting in a tranquil yet dynamic auditory experience that encourages reflection.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

Instrumental

73 /100

Alpine

Higher than 96% of albums we've rated

The album excels in creating immersive soundscapes, rewarding deep listening and meditation.

What we noticed

Each track is an extended piece, often exceeding ten minutes, allowing for gradual development of sound textures.
The album features layered synths and ambient sounds that create a continuous flow without distinct song structures.
There are no discernible vocals throughout the record, emphasizing instrumental exploration.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 8/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 9/10

Influence 3/10

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

deep meditation and introspection
slow-burn exploration
steady pacing for relaxation
extended pieces for focus
ethereal soundscapes for tranquility

Maybe skip if you

seeking quick, energetic tracks
prefer short, standalone songs

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Fan Favorite — Well-received in the ambient community, showcasing Moby's dedication to the genre.
Themes: meditative soundscapes· chaotic world reflection· tranquil immersion
Career context: Released in 2019, Long Ambients Two marks Moby's continued exploration of ambient music after his 2016 release, These Systems Are Failing. This album comes at a time when Moby is embracing a more introspective and experimental phase in his career, stepping back from mainstream electronic hits to focus on longer, immersive sound journeys.
Stylistic neighbors: Massive Attack· Thievery Corporation· Air