The Concerts in China
Jean-Michel Jarre · 1982
78 min · 15 tracks · ambient
A mesmerizing blend of ambient textures and synthesizer melodies that evoke the vastness of China's landscape.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic journey with peaks
- immersive textures
- evocative sonic landscapes
- patient unfolding of sounds
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer quick, standalone tracks
- seek high-energy instant gratification
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — Marked a significant cultural moment and expanded Jarre's international recognition.
- Themes
- Chinese landscapes· synthesized traditions· live performance innovation
- Career context
- Released in 1982, 'The Concerts in China' was Jean-Michel Jarre's first live album, following the success of his breakthrough album 'Équinoxe' in 1978. At this point in his career, Jarre had established himself as a pioneer of electronic music and was gaining international fame, particularly for his innovative use of technology in performances.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Vangelis· Klaus Schulze· Tangerine Dream
- If this clicks, go next to
- Music for Supermarkets — Continues the ambient exploration with innovative soundscapes and a fresh concept.
- Sounds like this from elsewhere
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Ambient 1: Music for Airports by Brian Eno — Shares a focus on creating immersive soundscapes through ambient textures and minimalism.Phaedra by Tangerine Dream — Features pioneering electronic soundscapes that blend atmosphere with melodic exploration.
Tracklist
New here? Start with "The Overture".
- 1 The Overture Start here 4:46
- 2 Arpegiator 6:51
- 3 Équinoxe, Part 4 7:38
- 4 Fishing Junks at Sunset 9:34
- 5 Band in the Rain 1:23
- 6 Équinoxe, Part 7 9:52
- 7 Orient Express 4:21
- 8 Magnetic Fields I 0:28
- 9 Magnetic Fields III 3:47
- 10 Magnetic Fields IV 6:42
- 11 Laser Harp 3:26
- 12 Night in Shanghai 7:01
- 13 The Last Rumba 2:02
- 14 Magnetic Fields II 6:19
- 15 Souvenir of China 4:00
What to play next
This album is considered a Breakthrough in Jean-Michel Jarre's catalog. Marked a significant cultural moment and expanded Jarre's international recognition.
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