Turn of the Tides cover

Turn of the Tides

Tangerine Dream · 1994

57 min · 9 tracks · electronic · Krautrock

An ethereal blend of electronic soundscapes and orchestral elements creates a cinematic auditory experience.

Why this album works

The album demonstrated significant commercial success, reaching number two on the Billboard Top New Age Albums chart. It is noted for its lush production and intricate compositions, marking a key period in Tangerine Dream's career where they continued to influence the electronic music scene.
Best for
ethereal soundscapes for reflection wave-like pacing encourages immersion dynamic exploration of emotional landscapes
Context
Released in 1994, 'Turn of the Tides' marks Tangerine Dream's transition into the mid-90s, following their 1992 album 'Rockoon.' At this point, the band was exploring more melodic structures while incorporating contemporary electronic influences, reflecting a gradual evolution from their earlier experimental roots.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Pictures at an Exhibition 3:00
  • 2 Firetongues Standout 6:35
  • 3 Galley Slave's Horizon 7:50
  • 4 Death of a Nightingale Standout 5:34
  • 5 Twilight Brigade 9:48
  • 6 Jungle Journey 6:36
  • 7 Midwinter Night 4:40
  • 8 Turn of the Tides Standout 7:43
  • 9 Story of the Brave 5:19

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