Madcap's Flaming Duty
Tangerine Dream · 2007
73 min · 12 tracks · electronic music
A sprawling blend of electronic textures and poetic lyricism that evokes a dreamlike journey through complex emotional landscapes.
Top tracks — play these first
-
→
Astrophel and Stella Start here — This opening track sets a contemplative tone with its ethereal synths and reflective lyrics, establishing the album's thematic focus on love and longing.
-
→
The Blessed Damozel — Here, the blend of lush instrumental arrangements with evocative poetry creates an immersive atmosphere that exemplifies Tangerine Dream's unique approach to storytelling through music.
-
→
Hymn to Intellectual Beauty — This track combines philosophical musings with intricate melodic structures, embodying the album’s exploration of intellect and emotion, making it a pivotal moment.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- long, immersive listening sessions
- dreamlike auditory explorations
- atmospheric background focus
- dynamic emotional journeys
- gradual builds and payoffs
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Experimental — Represents a significant evolution in sound after Edgar Froese's departure.
- Themes
- ethereal longing· philosophical musings· dreamlike journeys
- Career context
- Released in 2007, Madcap's Flaming Duty was Tangerine Dream's first album after the departure of longtime member Edgar Froese. At this point in their career, the band was exploring new musical territories while still holding onto their roots in electronic and krautrock music. This album came during a period of reinvention for the band, showcasing their ability to adapt over four decades.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Klaus Schulze· Jean-Michel Jarre· Vangelis
Tracklist
- 1 Astrophel and Stella Start here 7:21
- 2 Shape My Sin 4:50
- 3 The Blessed Damozel 5:16
- 4 The Divorce 4:46
- 5 A Dream of Death 7:46
- 6 Hear the Voice 5:08
- 7 Lake of Pontchartrain 7:23
- 8 Mad Song 5:08
- 9 One Hour of Madness 8:29
- 10 Man 4:47
- 11 Hymn to Intellectual Beauty 6:24
- 12 Solution of All Problems 6:24
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Music Has the Right to Children
Boards of Canada
Shares a similar dreamlike quality with layered textures and nostalgic themes.
Talkie Walkie
Air
Combines ethereal soundscapes and poetic lyricism, creating a whimsical journey.
U.F.Orb
The Orb
Explores ambient electronic landscapes with a focus on introspective and philosophical themes.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
Sync your library
Everything you track here works immediately — no account needed. Create one when you want to sync across devices.