Orbital 2
Orbital · 1993
65 min · 10 tracks · electronica · techno
A hypnotic blend of ambient textures and driving techno beats that transports listeners across sonic landscapes.
Why this album works
- Best for
- hypnotic soundscapes for deep focus wave-like pacing for reflection dynamic exploration of sonic landscapes
- Context
- Orbital 2 was Orbital's second album, following their self-titled debut in 1991. By this point, the Hartnoll brothers had solidified their presence in the burgeoning UK rave scene, showcasing their evolving sound and greater production capabilities.
- If you like
- electronica, techno
Orbital 2 is an album by Orbital, released in 1993. A hypnotic blend of ambient textures and driving techno beats that transports listeners across sonic landscapes. The album is often credited with helping to define the sonic landscape of early 90s electronica and techno. It features tracks like 'Halcyon + On + On', which became a club anthem and remains influential within the genre. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Orbital 2 sound like?
A hypnotic blend of ambient textures and driving techno beats that transports listeners across sonic landscapes. Rooted in electronica and techno.
What makes Orbital 2 by Orbital notable?
The album is often credited with helping to define the sonic landscape of early 90s electronica and techno. It features tracks like 'Halcyon + On + On', which became a club anthem and remains influential within the genre. Orbital 2 was Orbital's second album, following their self-titled debut in 1991. By this point, the Hartnoll brothers had solidified their presence in the burgeoning UK rave scene, showcasing their evolving sound and greater production capabilities.
Who is Orbital 2 for?
Orbital 2 works well if you're into hypnotic soundscapes for deep focus, wave-like pacing for reflection and dynamic exploration of sonic landscapes.
How many songs are on Orbital 2?
Orbital 2 has 10 tracks, running approximately 65 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Time Becomes 1:43
- 2 Planet of the Shapes Standout 9:36
- 3 Lush 3‒1 5:42
- 4 Lush 3‒2 4:39
- 5 Impact (The Earth Is Burning) Standout 10:25
- 6 Remind 7:57
- 7 Walk Now… 6:49
- 8 Monday 7:07
- 9 Halcyon + On + On Standout 9:27
- 10 Input Out 2:12
Release Date
January 1, 1993
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
65 min 40 sec
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