Search on DeBaser Reviews New Age

 A stunning and masterful work that captivates with rich textures and emotional depth.

 The meticulous production creates a truly immersive and moving listening experience.

The review praises Laszlo Hortobagyi’s album The Arcadian Collection as a stunning and masterful work. It highlights the rich sound textures, emotive qualities, and meticulous production that create a captivating listening experience. The reviewer assigns a perfect rating, emphasizing the album’s artistic depth and immersive atmosphere. Listen to The Arcadian Collection now and dive into a mesmerizing musical journey by Laszlo Hortobagyi.

 "Ou present themselves as exponents of a genre without really being one, playing the card of prog-metal to introduce aficionados to a much broader world."

 "Overall, the most convincing elements are those far from metal; OU work better as an ambient and new age band than as a prog-metal band."

Ou's II: Frailty offers an intriguing mix of prog-metal and ambient electronic music, highlighted by unique Chinese female vocals. While some metal aspects fall short in production sharpness, the band excels in blending genres. The album stands out from typical djent trends, showcasing originality and captivating arrangements. Recommended especially for listeners seeking broader sonic exploration. Discover Ou's II: Frailty and experience the fresh fusion of prog-metal and ambient sounds with captivating Chinese vocals today!

 It’s an album that, in a certain sense, is listened to with the entire body.

 A mature album, denoting a certain attention to detail in the mix, a cohesive whole made of dynamics that are never flat, and a generally rich and precise production that sounds as it should.

Ysmail's Totem marks a milestone in Emanuele Milletti's musical journey, blending overtone singing, indigenous and English vocals into a cohesive, immersive album. The work invites listeners to experience it physically as well as aurally, offering rich production and dynamic compositions. While one track feels less resonant, overall the album demonstrates maturity and detailed craftsmanship. Listen to Ysmail's Totem and immerse yourself in a unique sonic and spiritual journey today!

 "Dreamtime Return is not just an album but an auditory pilgrimage through time and space."

 "In an era where noise and distraction dominate, 'Dreamtime Return' is a balm for the soul, a call to calm and reflection."

Steve Roach's 'Dreamtime Return' is an evocative ambient album that immerses listeners in the Aboriginal Dreamtime myths and natural landscapes. The album blends electronic textures with traditional instruments to create a spiritual, cosmic journey. Each track unfolds like a ritual, exploring themes of mythology, nature, and existential reflection. It's a timeless work praised for its emotional depth and immersive sound design. Discover the timeless ambient journey of 'Dreamtime Return'—listen now and immerse yourself in its mystical soundscapes!

 Lisa’s voice magically traverses the entire album, but the theatrical sounds... remain homogeneous, and the contamination is crystal clear.

 An album to listen to in headphones for a mental and physical journey.

Immortal Memory is a captivating collaboration between Lisa Gerrard and Patrick Cassidy that blends Celtic poetry and diverse languages into a seamless, atmospheric journey. The album highlights Gerrard's ethereal voice and the theatrical yet cohesive compositions. It invites listeners to escape into a rich soundscape best enjoyed through headphones. The review also reflects on Gerrard's career and the unique legacy of Dead Can Dance. Dive into the mystical sounds of 'Immortal Memory' and experience Lisa Gerrard’s ethereal voice like never before.

 One of the most extraordinary masterpieces in the realm of albums that blend synth and guitar from the seventies.

 A cosmic trip beyond time and space, music to make the mind travel without the need for drug use.

Ashra's New Age of Earth is a standout 70s album combining synth and guitar in a hypnotic, layered soundscape. Manuel Göttsching’s refined approach avoids monotony while creating immersive and cosmic atmospheres. The album’s four tracks offer vivid, trance-inducing experiences comparable to Klaus Schulze and Tangerine Dream. It’s ideal for listeners seeking ambient music for relaxation or imaginative space journeys. Dive into Ashra’s New Age of Earth and experience a timeless journey through hypnotic 70s ambient soundscapes.

 Ray of Light is an innovative and experimental electronic-spiritual journey.

 Simply, Madonna’s best album.

Madonna's Ray of Light marks a turning point, blending electronic and spiritual themes into groundbreaking music. After personal transformation and dedicated creative sessions with William Orbit, the album resulted in a pathbreaking sound mixing ambient, techno, trip hop, and more. Tracks like Frozen and The Power of Goodbye achieved global success, and the album sold over 20 million copies worldwide. It remains Madonna's best work according to the review. Explore Madonna's Ray of Light and experience a timeless electronic and spiritual masterpiece!

 The story of this album begins in 2002, after the first experiments with the Playstation and the game 'Music', I started something more serious with Fruity Loops.

 Dedicated to those who love simple electronic music, short pieces, not too pretentious, and a hint of ambient/new age in the last tracks.

Rael's self-produced electronic and ambient album marks his final musical creation after years of experimentation. Featuring short, unpretentious tracks with elements of ambient and new age, this album reflects a long creative process from 2002 to 2020. The artist shares this work modestly, offering it at a nominal price for enthusiasts of simple electronic music. Listen to Rael's unique ambient electronic album and explore the artist’s final musical journey.

 The sound of Envy of None is instead a minimalist, stripped-down soft rock where the former Rush member is hardly heard and has few opportunities to unleash his style.

 Maiah Wynne’s voice... seems designed precisely for this type of psychedelic and dreamy music; it’s deliberately slender and velvety, seeming like a cross between Billie Eilish and Elizabeth Fraser.

Envy of None is a refreshing departure from Alex Lifeson’s Rush legacy, showcasing a minimalist and psychedelic sound rich in dreamy electronics. The album features Maiah Wynne’s velvety voice, creating an ethereal and soft rock experience. Lifeson’s subdued guitar work surprises longtime fans, revealing his openness to new musical territories. This debut is highly rated and promises more to come. Listen to Envy of None now and experience Alex Lifeson’s bold musical transformation!

 What is psychedelia if it isn’t also a bit pop, or rather what is Pop if it isn’t also psychedelic?

 The key to everything is recognizing imagination’s transversal cognitive capacity and circulating it, tout court…

This review celebrates Gong's debut album Magick Brother, Mystic Sister as an enchanting mix of psychedelia, free jazz, and pop. Set in 1968 Paris, the album captures the creative spirit of Daevid Allen and Gilli Smyth. The music blends surreal imagery and cosmic poetry with diverse influences, offering a unique sonic journey. It praises the album's complexity wrapped in primal simplicity and its timeless charm. Dive into Gong's Magick Brother, Mystic Sister and experience a rare psychedelic journey—listen now to the cosmic sounds of 1968 Paris!

 Steve Roach continues to be the undisputed king of ambient, keeping the competition at a considerable distance.

 The synths guide us on this cosmic journey beyond time and space with subtle rhythmic elements in the background.

Steve Roach's 'What Remains' stands out in a crowded ambient music scene by offering deeply inspired, expertly crafted soundscapes. The album blends cosmic synth journeys with tribal and ethereal elements, recalling some of his earliest and most acclaimed works. Each track contributes distinctly to the immersive experience. Overall, the album solidifies Roach's position as a leading figure in ambient music. Dive into Steve Roach's 'What Remains' now and experience one of ambient music's finest journeys!

 Stearns’ music reaches peaks of pure poetry with its spatial, ethereal, and evanescent sound.

 Planetary Unfolding is the classic desert island album and should not be missing from the collection of ambient music followers.

Michael Stearns' Planetary Unfolding is a seminal ambient and electronic album, recently remastered and reissued by Projekt. Featuring six movements, it offers a cosmic journey using the Serge Modular Synthesizer. Praised for its ethereal and poetic soundscape, it remains a foundational work inspiring many artists. Essential for ambient music enthusiasts. Listen to Michael Stearns’ Planetary Unfolding and immerse yourself in a timeless ambient journey through the cosmos.

 Talking about The Cross of Changes is not easy, especially for its ability to touch the strings of the soul and intertwine with memories and fragments of images.

 At the end of the journey, we feel different, pleasantly disturbed, and the title track continues to warn us: 'If you understand or if you don’t/If you believe or if you doubt/There’s a universal justice/And the eyes of truth/Are always watching you.'

The review reflects on Enigma's 'The Cross of Changes' as a landmark album blending ethnic, new age, and trip-hop elements. Michael Cretu’s sophisticated production and Sandra’s vocals create a unique soundscape that remains influential. The album’s emotional depth links deeply with listeners' memories and experiences. Despite some dated sounds and minor excesses, it's praised as visionary and ahead of its time. Key tracks like 'Return to Innocence' and 'I Love You, I’ll Kill You' stand out for their innovative fusion of styles. Dive into the mystical world of Enigma's The Cross of Changes and rediscover a timeless classic of electronic music innovation.

 Deep Forest, deep forest, and it is the dream crowned by the French duo Eric Mouquet, Michel Sanchez, pioneers of multiethnic 'synthetic' music that invades my space and tickles the cerebral cortex.

 "Yuki Song": the sweet notes of the Shakuhachi played by the virtuoso Japanese flutist Kifu Mitsuhashi come with intense progression.

The review explores Deep Forest's album Music.Detected_ as a deeply immersive and mature New Age work. It highlights the use of multiethnic instrumentation fused with electronic and synthetic elements to create a unique sonic landscape. The reviewer is emotionally moved by the spiritual and contemplative nature of the music, appreciating the global contributions by various artists. Despite occasional critical reflections on ethnic music, the album is praised for its complexity and beauty. Overall, it presents a vivid listening experience that invites introspection and cultural synthesis. Dive into Deep Forest's Music.Detected_ and experience a mesmerizing blend of world sounds and electronic magic today!

 The six tracks of 'Online Architecture' are all instrumental, ranging from dark and contemplative passages to sound experiments that seem to have a life of their own.

 There’s a depth that transforms, like a submarine that keeps descending toward the bottom of the darkest abyss.

Symbol's 'Online Architecture' is a six-track instrumental album by Christopher Royal King that explores minimalistic and experimental ambient soundscapes. The music departs significantly from King's post-rock work with This Will Destroy You, offering textured, dark passages and looping melodies with an ethereal quality. The album is praised for its depth and unique sonic imperfections, evoking a submerged, mysterious atmosphere. Dive into Symbol's atmospheric 'Online Architecture' and explore its haunting minimalist soundscapes today.

 Beguiled is the work that best represents the artist in his emotional dimension and, therefore, manifests his true original nature.

 Ultimately, this is music that would move both a man of the nineteenth century and a man of the twenty-second century.

Tim Story's album Beguiled highlights his sensitivity and refined style through intimate aquatic and floral soundscapes. Blurring genres like dreampop and contemporary romanticism, the album balances electronic and acoustic elements perfectly. Despite limited mainstream recognition, Tim Story crafts music that transcends time and conveys deep emotion. Several tracks evoke dreamlike melancholy with comparisons to artists like Mick Karn and Dead Can Dance. Beguiled stands as the pinnacle representation of Story’s original emotional expression. Listen to Tim Story's Beguiled and dive into a timeless emotional and musical experience.

 "From Homework to this latest work, the Parisian duo hasn’t really changed their style, they have simply EVOLVED."

 "'Giorgio by Moroder' is a masterpiece with its '80s synths, jazz, orchestral intermission, and explosive finale."

Daft Punk's Random Access Memories represents a thoughtful evolution of their signature style. The album features lavish production, standout tracks like "Giorgio by Moroder" and "Touch," and collaborations with renowned artists. Despite some criticism, it remains consistent with their artistic identity. The album entertains and amazes with its rich textures and nostalgic yet fresh sound. Discover the rich soundscape of Daft Punk's Random Access Memories—listen now and experience their masterpiece evolution!

 It was like putting your balls in a centrifuge.

 If you don’t want to become a eunuch and generally care about preserving your dignity, you should close this page and forget about the existence of this stuff forever.

The reviewer harshly critiques 'Aporia' by Sufjan Stevens and Lowell Brams, describing it as derivative and unpleasant. The album is likened to early M83 but seen as unenjoyable ambient music. The tone is sarcastic and strongly advises ignoring the album altogether. Curious if 'Aporia' is for you? Read this brutally honest review before you listen!

 Rintarō’s anime Metropolis became a true cult in Japan in just a few weeks.

 The colors are bright, vivid, cloying if you will, and the graphic style remained faithful to Tezuka’s illustrations, making the anime entirely unique.

Rintarō’s 2001 anime Metropolis pays homage to Fritz Lang’s 1927 film, combining deep social themes with vibrant cell animation and a strong narrative. The film’s unique style honors Osamu Tezuka’s manga and features a screenplay by Katsuhiro Otomo. Praised for its poetic beauty and faithful artistic approach, Metropolis remains a classic in Japanese animated cinema. Explore the poetic beauty and vivid animation of Rintarō’s Metropolis—watch this timeless anime classic today!

 In "Fabulae," the protagonist is Paola Tagliaferro’s voice—alternating singing with recitation.

 If you like new age, the blending of genres, a splash of ethnic music, and adore soft and gentle atmospheres, "Fabulae" might appeal to you.

Paola Tagliaferro's album Fabulae stands out as a serene and poetic musical experience blending new age, folk, and ethnic elements. The album highlights her vocals with delicate instrumentation featuring piano, strings, and percussion. Although it includes a cover of King Crimson’s “Moonchild,” the style moves away from progressive rock toward gentle, spiritual expressions. Fabulae portrays a pronounced female sensitivity and is accompanied by an elegant booklet of lyrics. Explore Paola Tagliaferro’s Fabulae for a soothing new age blend of vocals and enchanting melodies.