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Sorcerer

Tangerine Dream · 1977

43 min · 12 tracks · electronic · Krautrock

A haunting blend of ethereal synthesizers and pulsating rhythms that evoke a mystical cinematic journey.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • atmospheric background focus
  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • gradual builds and payoffs

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in January 1977, 'Sorcerer' served as Tangerine Dream's third studio album and marked their first foray into film scoring. At this point in their career, they were transitioning from experimental krautrock pioneers to influential electronic composers, following the success of their previous album, 'Rubycon.' This soundtrack solidified their reputation within the burgeoning electronic music scene.
Stylistic neighbors
Klaus Schulze· Jean-Michel Jarre· Vangelis

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Main Title 5:29
  • 2 Search 2:54
  • 3 The Call 1:58
  • 4 Creation 5:00
  • 5 Vengeance 5:34
  • 6 The Journey 2:00
  • 7 Grind 2:49
  • 8 Rain Forest 2:36
  • 9 Abyss 7:10
  • 10 The Mountain Road 1:54
  • 11 Impressions of Sorcerer 2:53
  • 12 Betrayal (Sorcerer Theme) 3:41

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