Short Stories
Vangelis · 1980
45 min · 8 tracks · electronic · progressive rock · ambient
Ethereal synthesizer landscapes weave intricate narratives through a blend of ambient and progressive rock textures.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady melodic journey unfolds
- ethereal soundscapes for reflection
- immersive listening in order
- narrative arcs through each track
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking instant gratification
- prefer short standalone tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1980, 'Short Stories' marked Vangelis's transition from film scoring to more personal artistic expression. This album followed his critically acclaimed work on the soundtrack for 'Chariots of Fire' (1981), showcasing his ability to blend emotive melodies with electronic soundscapes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Jean-Michel Jarre· Klaus Schulze· Brian Eno
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Curious Electric 6:42
- 2 Each and Everyday / Bird Song 5:08
- 3 I Hear You Now 5:13
- 4 The Road 4:31
- 5 Far Away in Baagad / Love Is 8:03
- 6 One More Time 6:18
- 7 Thunder 2:14
- 8 A Play Within a Play 7:02
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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