The Complete Mike Oldfield
Mike Oldfield · 1985
117 min · 27 tracks · classical · pop rock · progressive rock
A rich tapestry of melodic compositions blending progressive rock, classical motifs, and new age textures.
Why this album works
- Best for
- dynamic journey with peaks wave-like pacing for immersion rich tapestry of melodies
- Context
- Released on October 1, 1985, 'The Complete Mike Oldfield' came during a period when Oldfield was consolidating his legacy after the commercial success of 'Tubular Bells' and its sequels. This compilation captures his evolution as an artist through live performances and studio recordings, showcasing his versatility across multiple genres.
- If you like
- classical, pop rock, progressive rock
The Complete Mike Oldfield is an album by Mike Oldfield, released in 1985. A rich tapestry of melodic compositions blending progressive rock, classical motifs, and new age textures. This album holds significant importance as it encapsulates Mike Oldfield's diverse body of work, featuring hits that charted well in the UK. It serves as a comprehensive retrospective that not only appeals to long-time fans but also introduces newcomers to his influential sound, marking an era in progressive rock and new age music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does The Complete Mike Oldfield sound like?
A rich tapestry of melodic compositions blending progressive rock, classical motifs, and new age textures. Rooted in classical and pop rock.
What makes The Complete Mike Oldfield by Mike Oldfield notable?
This album holds significant importance as it encapsulates Mike Oldfield's diverse body of work, featuring hits that charted well in the UK. It serves as a comprehensive retrospective that not only appeals to long-time fans but also introduces newcomers to his influential sound, marking an era in progressive rock and new age music. Released on October 1, 1985, 'The Complete Mike Oldfield' came during a period when Oldfield was consolidating his legacy after the commercial success of 'Tubular Bells' and its sequels. This compilation captures his evolution as an artist through live performances and studio recordings, showcasing his versatility across multiple genres.
Who is The Complete Mike Oldfield for?
The Complete Mike Oldfield works well if you're into dynamic journey with peaks, wave-like pacing for immersion and rich tapestry of melodies.
How many songs are on The Complete Mike Oldfield?
The Complete Mike Oldfield has 27 tracks, running approximately 117 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Arrival 2:47
- 2 William Tell Overture 3:55
- 3 Cuckoo Song 3:13
- 4 In dulci jubilo 2:50
- 5 Portsmouth 2:02
- 6 Jungle Gardenia 2:37
- 7 Guilty 4:04
- 8 Blue Peter 2:07
- 9 Waldberg (The Peak) 3:24
- 10 Wonderful Land 3:39
- 11 Etude (Theme From the Killing Fields) 3:07
- 12 Moonlight Shadow Standout 3:36
- 13 Family Man Standout 3:47
- 14 Mistake 2:55
- 15 Five Miles Out 4:19
- 16 Crime of Passion 3:37
- 17 To France 4:33
- 18 Shadow on the Wall Standout 5:08
Disc 2
- 1 Excerpt From Ommadawn 6:59
- 2 Excerpt From Tubular Bells 7:59
- 3 Excerpt From Hergest Ridge 4:20
- 4 Excerpt From Incantations 4:41
- 5 Excerpt From the Killing Fields (Evacuation) 4:11
- 6 Sheba (live) 3:30
- 7 Mirage (live) 5:12
- 8 Platinum (live) 14:28
- 9 Mount Teide (live) 4:34
Release Date
October 1, 1985
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
117 min 46 sec
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