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Released 30 years ago

Lost Tapes of Opio

Jon Anderson · 1996

79 min · 6 tracks · progressive rock

A sprawling journey through ethereal soundscapes that blend progressive rock with meditative themes.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • sprawling journey through soundscapes
  • meditative themes for deep focus
  • gradual build to emotional resolution
  • long tracks for patient listeners

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer quick, punchy tracks
  • need immediate gratification

Where this album fits

Career context
By 1996, Jon Anderson was navigating a solo career after his time as the lead vocalist of Yes, releasing 'Lost Tapes of Opio' as a reflective follow-up to his previous works. This album marked his exploration of more avant-garde musical ideas, diverging from traditional song structures and embracing extended compositions.
Stylistic neighbors
Steve Hackett· Rick Wakeman· Camel

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Release 27:24
  • 2 Eireland 7:40
  • 3 Miraval 8:21
  • 4 Longwalker Speaks 17:36
  • 5 Homage to Sun Ra 9:36
  • 6 Opio Symphony 8:55

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