Released 30 years ago
Voyager
Mike Oldfield · 1996
58 min · 10 tracks · classical · pop rock · progressive rock
A serene blend of Celtic melodies and ambient soundscapes that transports listeners to ethereal landscapes.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- ethereal landscapes for daydreaming
- wave-like pacing for relaxation
- serene soundscapes for contemplation
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking instant gratification
- prefer standalone tracks only
Where this album fits
- Themes
- Celtic landscapes· ethereal soundscapes· folk music revival
- Career context
- Released on August 26, 1996, 'Voyager' marked Mike Oldfield's return to a more melodic and folk-influenced style after a series of diverse experiments in the 1990s. This album followed his ambitious work 'The Songs of Distant Earth' (1994) and re-established his roots in traditional music, showcasing his evolution as a composer.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Vangelis· Jean-Michel Jarre· Enya
- Sounds like this from elsewhere
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Watermark by Enya — Shares ethereal soundscapes and Celtic influences, creating a tranquil listening experience.Magical Ring by Clannad — Combines traditional Celtic melodies with ambient textures, evoking a similar mystical atmosphere.The Book of Secrets by Loreena McKennitt — Blends folk and world music with lush production, capturing a sense of journey and nature.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Song of the Sun 4:32
- 2 Celtic Rain 4:41
- 3 The Hero 5:03
- 4 Women of Ireland 6:29
- 5 The Voyager 4:26
- 6 She Moves Through the Fair 4:06
- 7 Dark Island 5:43
- 8 Wild Goose Flaps Its Wings 5:04
- 9 Flowers of the Forest 6:03
- 10 Mont St. Michel 12:18
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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