Released 40 years ago
Rapsodies
Vangelis · 1986
45 min · 7 tracks · electronic · progressive rock · ambient
A lush tapestry of electronic and orchestral elements woven with Greek lyrical traditions.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- lush soundscapes for deep listening
- wave-like pacing encourages immersion
- dynamic progression with emotional resolution
- evocative melodies for reflective moments
Maybe skip if you want
- seekers of instant gratification
- prefer standalone tracks over flow
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time Vangelis released 'Rapsodies' in 1986, he was firmly established as a pioneering figure in electronic music, following his significant success with the score for 'Chariots of Fire' in 1981. This album marked a departure from his film score work, embracing more personal and culturally rooted themes while continuing to showcase his innovative soundscapes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Jean-Michel Jarre· Klaus Schulze· Brian Eno
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Ti ipermacho stratigo 6:51
- 2 O! Gliki mou ear 8:42
- 3 Ton nimfona sou vlepo 1:36
- 4 Rapsodia 5:24
- 5 Tin oreotita tis parthenias sou 4:38
- 6 Christos anesti 7:24
- 7 Asma asmaton 11:12
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