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The Orbserver in the Star House

The Orb · 2012

51 min · 11 tracks · electronica · techno · ambient

Ethereal soundscapes entwine with dub-infused rhythms, creating a meditative journey through cosmic themes.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady rhythmic exploration
  • meditative cosmic soundscapes
  • gradual peaks in intensity
  • immersive journey through themes

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking instant gratification
  • prefer short, standalone tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2012, 'The Orbserver in the Star House' is The Orb's ninth studio album, coming after their 2005 release 'Okie Dokie It's The Orb on Kompakt.' This album marks a continuation of their exploration into ambient and dub sounds while reflecting the duo's evolution since their early groundbreaking work in the late '80s and early '90s.
Stylistic neighbors
Aphex Twin· Boards of Canada· Moby

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Ball of Fire 4:11
  • 2 H.O.O. 4:13
  • 3 Man in the Moon 4:04
  • 4 Soulman 6:02
  • 5 Golden Clouds 5:44
  • 6 Hold Me Upsetter 4:21
  • 7 Go Down Evil 5:29
  • 8 Thirsty 4:36
  • 9 Police & Thieves 4:50
  • 10 Ashes 1:25
  • 11 Congo 6:22

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