The Best of Tubular Bells
Mike Oldfield · 2001
62 min · 12 tracks · classical · pop rock · progressive rock
A mesmerizing fusion of progressive rock and ambient soundscapes that transports listeners through time and space.
Why this album works
- Best for
- wave-like dynamics throughout experience immersive soundscapes for contemplation captivating journey through time
- Context
- Released in 2001, 'The Best of Tubular Bells' captures Mike Oldfield's extensive career following the monumental success of his debut album in 1973. By this time, he had transformed from a pioneering musician to a celebrated figure in the realms of new age and progressive rock. This compilation highlights key moments from his career, showcasing both classic tracks and newer compositions.
- If you like
- classical, pop rock, progressive rock
The Best of Tubular Bells is an album by Mike Oldfield, released in 2001. A mesmerizing fusion of progressive rock and ambient soundscapes that transports listeners through time and space. This album is significant not only as a retrospective of Oldfield's work but also for its role in reviving interest in instrumental music in the early 2000s. It includes pieces from his earlier albums that had a lasting impact on the progressive rock genre and continues to influence contemporary artists. The original 'Tubular Bells' notably became synonymous with the horror film 'The Exorcist,' solidifying its cultural legacy. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does The Best of Tubular Bells sound like?
A mesmerizing fusion of progressive rock and ambient soundscapes that transports listeners through time and space. Rooted in classical and pop rock.
What makes The Best of Tubular Bells by Mike Oldfield notable?
This album is significant not only as a retrospective of Oldfield's work but also for its role in reviving interest in instrumental music in the early 2000s. It includes pieces from his earlier albums that had a lasting impact on the progressive rock genre and continues to influence contemporary artists. The original 'Tubular Bells' notably became synonymous with the horror film 'The Exorcist,' solidifying its cultural legacy. Released in 2001, 'The Best of Tubular Bells' captures Mike Oldfield's extensive career following the monumental success of his debut album in 1973. By this time, he had transformed from a pioneering musician to a celebrated figure in the realms of new age and progressive rock. This compilation highlights key moments from his career, showcasing both classic tracks and newer compositions.
Who is The Best of Tubular Bells for?
The Best of Tubular Bells works well if you're into wave-like dynamics throughout experience, immersive soundscapes for contemplation and captivating journey through time.
How many songs are on The Best of Tubular Bells?
The Best of Tubular Bells has 12 tracks, running approximately 62 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Tubular Bells, Part 1 (original edit) Standout 4:42
- 2 Tubular Bells, Part 1 (orchestral edit) 3:14
- 3 Tubular Bells, Part 1 (original edit) Standout 3:47
- 4 Tubular Bells, Part 1 (Exposed edit) 3:20
- 5 Tubular Bells, Part 1 (original edit) Standout 8:29
- 6 Tubular Bells, Part 2: "The Caveman Song" (original edit) 4:47
- 7 Tubular Bells, Part 2 (Exposed edit) 4:15
- 8 Sentinel (Tubular Bells II) Standout 8:07
- 9 The Bell (Tubular Bells II) 6:59
- 10 Far Above the Clouds (Tubular Bells III) Standout 5:27
- 11 The Millenium Bell (The Millenium Bell) 7:32
- 12 Tubular Bells, Part 2: "Sailors Hornpipe" (original edit) 1:36
Release Date
June 4, 2001
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
62 min 21 sec
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