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Odes

Vangelis · 1979

51 min · 8 tracks · electronic · progressive rock · ambient

A lush tapestry of orchestral and electronic textures, immersing listeners in a serene auditory landscape.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • wave-like pacing with peaks
  • immersive auditory landscape exploration
  • serene moments of reflection
  • dynamic journey through sound

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification
  • seek standalone hit tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1979, 'Odes' marked Vangelis' significant foray into film scoring, following his success with the soundtracks for 'Blade Runner' and 'Chariots of Fire'. At this point, he was transitioning from his earlier progressive rock roots towards a more ambient and cinematic style that would define much of his later work.
Stylistic neighbors
Jean-Michel Jarre· Klaus Schulze· Brian Eno

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Les 40 braves 5:19
  • 2 Neranzoula (Le petit oranger) 5:53
  • 3 La danse du feu 6:06
  • 4 Les Kolokotronei 3:20
  • 5 Le Fleuve 6:46
  • 6 Racines 8:52
  • 7 Lamento 8:31
  • 8 Menousis 6:37

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