My Oracle Lives Uptown
William Orbit · 2009
72 min · 16 tracks · house · techno · ambient
A kaleidoscopic blend of ambient soundscapes and intricate electronic textures invites listeners into a sonic dreamscape.
My Oracle Lives Uptown is an album by William Orbit, released in 2009. A kaleidoscopic blend of ambient soundscapes and intricate electronic textures invites listeners into a sonic dreamscape. 'My Oracle Lives Uptown' received positive reviews from critics and marked Orbit's return to solo work after several years. It highlights his influence on the electronic genre, particularly in blending ambient sounds with pop sensibilities. The album also contributed to the resurgence of interest in instrumental electronic music during the late 2000s. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does My Oracle Lives Uptown sound like?
A kaleidoscopic blend of ambient soundscapes and intricate electronic textures invites listeners into a sonic dreamscape. Rooted in house and techno.
What makes My Oracle Lives Uptown by William Orbit notable?
'My Oracle Lives Uptown' received positive reviews from critics and marked Orbit's return to solo work after several years. It highlights his influence on the electronic genre, particularly in blending ambient sounds with pop sensibilities. The album also contributed to the resurgence of interest in instrumental electronic music during the late 2000s. Released in 2009, 'My Oracle Lives Uptown' is William Orbit's follow-up to his 2006 album 'Hello Waveforms'. At this point in his career, Orbit was already an established figure in electronic music, known for his work with artists like Madonna and his own innovative productions. This album showcases his continued evolution as a producer while exploring deeper ambient territories.
How many songs are on My Oracle Lives Uptown?
My Oracle Lives Uptown has 16 tracks, running approximately 72 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Radioharp Standout 4:44
- 2 Purdy 5:35
- 3 Optical Illusions (Billy Buttons version) 4:18
- 4 Fast Bubble Universe 4:31
- 5 White Night 3:27
- 6 Hydrajacked 5:41
- 7 My Oracle Lives Uptown Standout 4:14
- 8 Spotlight Kid 4:23
- 9 Neutron Star Standout 5:48
- 10 Treetop Club 4:47
- 11 Drift So Far (Website version) 2:59
- 12 Golden Country 4:17
- 13 Brand New Bong 3:58
- 14 Little Skipper 4:54
- 15 Reverie of the Tapir 4:53
- 16 City Lights Reflection 3:51
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