Sentinel
Mike Oldfield · 1992
42 min · 6 tracks · classical · pop rock · progressive rock
A mesmerizing blend of ambient textures and progressive rhythms that evoke vast, ethereal landscapes.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wave-like pacing for relaxation
- ethereal landscapes for contemplation
- dynamic exploration of themes
- immersive headphone experience
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking instant gratification
- prefer standalone tracks
Where this album fits
- Themes
- ethereal landscapes· Celtic rhythms· electronic fusion
- Career context
- Released on September 22, 1992, 'Sentinel' marks Mike Oldfield's return to the music scene after several years of experimentation with various genres. Following his ambitious project 'Earth Moving' in 1989, this album represents a shift towards a more electronic sound while maintaining elements of his signature style.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Vangelis· Jean-Michel Jarre· Enya
- Sounds like this from elsewhere
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Watermark by Enya — Shares ethereal soundscapes and Celtic influences, creating a soothing, atmospheric experience.Spiral by Vangelis — Combines ambient textures with progressive electronic rhythms, evoking vast sonic landscapes.Magical Ring by Clannad — Utilizes Celtic motifs and ambient instrumentation to create an immersive, mystical atmosphere.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Bell (edit) 4:08
- 2 Sentinel - Restructure (Trance mix) 5:44
- 3 Sentinel - Restructure (Satoshi Tomii Interpretation) 7:42
- 4 Sentinel - Restructure (Global Lust mix) 5:56
- 5 Sentinel - Restructure (Nobel Prize mix) 14:28
- 6 Sentinel - Restructure (Tubular Beats) 4:11
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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