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The Desert Inbetween

Steve Roach · 2011

66 min · 7 tracks · ambient

A meditative journey through expansive soundscapes, where electronic textures evoke the vastness of the desert.

Why this album works

'The Desert Inbetween' received acclaim for its deep sonic exploration and earned a place on various best-of lists, affirming Roach's status as a key innovator in ambient music. Its critical reception highlighted the album's intricate layering and ability to transport listeners, making it significant in the evolution of contemporary ambient sound.
Best for
meditative soundscapes for reflection gradual build to introspective calm extended tracks for deep immersion
Context
By 2011, Steve Roach was an established figure in ambient music, celebrated for his immersive soundscapes. 'The Desert Inbetween' followed his prolific output in the 2000s, showcasing his continued exploration of environmental themes and atmospheric compositions while further solidifying his influence on the genre.
Stylistic neighbors
Roland Kayn· The Orb· BT

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Opening Sky Standout 11:03
  • 2 Ancestral Passage 9:19
  • 3 Serpent Gulch Standout 11:11
  • 4 Somewhere Between 7:13
  • 5 Spirit Passage 4:14
  • 6 Return to the Underground Standout 17:14
  • 7 When the Raven Flies 6:31

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