Watermark cover

Watermark

Enya · 1988

43 min · 12 tracks · new age music · Celtic music · operatic pop

Ethereal soundscapes blend Celtic melodies and layered vocals to create a serene auditory experience.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • serene auditory escape
  • gentle peaks of emotion
  • evening relaxation ambiance
  • headphone detail exploration
  • steady calming flow

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of high energy
  • prefer fast-paced tracks

Where this album fits

Themes
Celtic landscapes· ethereal journeys· tranquil soundscapes
Career context
Released in 1988, 'Watermark' was Enya's second studio album following her debut, 'The Celts'. It marked her emergence as a leading figure in the new age genre, showcasing her unique blend of traditional Irish sounds with modern production techniques.
Stylistic neighbors
Loreena McKennitt· Clannad· Sarah Brightman
Sounds like this from elsewhere
The Book of Secrets by Loreena McKennitt — Shares a similar blend of Celtic melodies and ethereal soundscapes, creating soothing journeys.
Lore by Clannad — Combines Celtic influences with lush, atmospheric production, evoking tranquil landscapes.
MCMXC a.D. by Enigma — Merges ambient electronic sounds with choral arrangements, echoing the serene and mystical vibes.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Watermark 2:25
  • 2 Cursum Perficio 4:09
  • 3 On Your Shore 4:00
  • 4 Storms in Africa 4:04
  • 5 Exile 4:21
  • 6 Miss Clare Remembers 1:59
  • 7 Orinoco Flow 4:26
  • 8 Evening Falls… 3:49
  • 9 River 3:12
  • 10 The Longships 3:39
  • 11 Na Laetha Geal M'Óige 3:56
  • 12 Storms in Africa II 3:01

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