What makes Truth of Touch by Yanni notable?

This album debuted at #1 on the Billboard New Age chart and received critical acclaim for its ability to bridge cultures through music. It also reinforced Yanni's status as a leading artist in the new age genre, appealing to both long-time fans and new listeners alike. By the time Yanni released 'Truth of Touch' in 2011, he was already an established figure in the instrumental music scene, known for his unique blend of contemporary classical and world music. This album marked his first studio release in nearly five years after 'Ethnicity' (2003), showcasing his evolution as a composer while continuing to attract a diverse audience.

Who is Truth of Touch for?

Truth of Touch works well if you're into long, immersive listening sessions, steady, consistent energy levels and dynamic emotional journeys.

How many songs are on Truth of Touch?

Truth of Touch has 15 tracks, running approximately 62 minutes.

Truth of Touch

Yanni · 2011

62 min · 15 tracks · new age music

A lush tapestry of orchestral melodies intertwines with electronic elements, creating a serene and uplifting sonic journey.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Truth of Touch — The title track encapsulates the album's essence, featuring sweeping orchestration and emotional piano lines that set the tone for the entire work.
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Echo of a Dream — This track showcases Yanni's signature style, combining ethereal synths with vibrant instrumentation, creating an immersive listening experience.
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Voyage — With its dynamic rhythm and melodic progression, this piece represents a musical journey that resonates with themes of exploration and discovery.
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O luce che brilla nell'oscurità — This composition features lush strings and poignant harmonies, offering a moment of introspection amidst the more upbeat tracks on the album.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

Instrumental

59 /100

Treeline

Higher than 57% of albums we've rated

The album blends orchestral and electronic elements effectively, creating a cohesive yet familiar sound.

What we noticed

The album features a consistent use of lush orchestral arrangements layered with electronic textures across all tracks.
Each track typically builds from a soft introduction to a more dynamic climax, often returning to a serene conclusion.
Several tracks incorporate world music elements, such as ethnic instruments and rhythms, enhancing the global feel of the album.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 7/10

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

long, immersive listening sessions
steady, consistent energy levels
dynamic emotional journeys
atmospheric background focus
gradual builds and payoffs

Where this album fits

Career context: By the time Yanni released 'Truth of Touch' in 2011, he was already an established figure in the instrumental music scene, known for his unique blend of contemporary classical and world music. This album marked his first studio release in nearly five years after 'Ethnicity' (2003), showcasing his evolution as a composer while continuing to attract a diverse audience.
Stylistic neighbors: Enya· Vangelis· David Arkenstone