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Tangerine Dream, a moniker synonymous with the genesis of electronic and ambient music, has returned to our soundscapes with “Recurring Dreams”. This monumental release via Kscope Music offers a contemporary take on their iconic tracks, reshaped by the 2020 lineup, cementing their irrefutable legacy in the ever-evolving world of electronica.
Founded in 1967 by the visionary Edgar Froese in West Berlin, Tangerine Dream quickly transcended the bounds of mere music. They crafted realms, laying the foundational beats for what would evolve into ambient and electronica genres. Artists from The Future Sound of London to Porcupine Tree owe a nod to their pioneering spirit.
Their influence, however, isn’t confined to the music sphere alone. The sounds of Tangerine Dream permeated pop culture; from the eerie retro ambience of ‘Stranger Things’ to the expansive sonic world of ‘Grand Theft Auto V’. With seven Grammy nominations and a staggering count of over 100 studio albums, their legacy is an edifice in the music world.
At the heart of their unique sound is a commitment to meditative, synth-driven music. It was a sensation in the 70s and 80s, when synthesizers and sequencers were a budding technology. In our contemporary age, as we see a renaissance of these instruments, Tangerine Dream remains a guiding star, ushering the next chapter of electronic music.
“Recurring Dreams” is more than just a revisit to their legendary tracks like “Phaedra”, “Stratosfear”, “Tangram”, and “Yellowstone Park”. It’s a re-imagination. With cutting-edge synth technology and novel arrangements, these classics are reborn, reflecting the band’s enduring spirit while resonating with the modern listener. Among the gems, we find a new iteration of “Claymore Mine Stalking”, which graced the 2018 film “Lords of Chaos”.
As Tangerine Dream embarks on their “From Virgin to Quantum Years 2023” tour, spanning from the US to Germany and the UK, they are not just showcasing their timeless music. They’re reiterating their place as frontrunners, as innovators, and most importantly, as dreamers in the vast universe of electronica.
