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Albedo 0.39

Vangelis · 1976

42 min · 9 tracks · electronic · progressive rock · ambient

A cosmic journey through ethereal soundscapes and intricate electronic textures that evoke the vastness of space.

Why listen to this

Best for
dynamic journey long immersive listening sessions wave-like pacing and flow
Context
Released in 1976, 'Albedo 0.39' was Vangelis's third studio album, following his work on the soundtrack for 'Sex Power'. At this point, Vangelis had begun to establish himself as a pioneering figure in electronic music, blending progressive rock with ambient and cinematic elements, setting the stage for future film scores.
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electronic, progressive rock, ambient

Albedo 0.39 is an album by Vangelis, released in 1976. A cosmic journey through ethereal soundscapes and intricate electronic textures that evoke the vastness of space. 'Albedo 0.39' is significant not only for its innovative use of synthesizers but also for its influence on the electronic and ambient music genres. The album reached number one on the UK Albums Chart and showcased Vangelis's unique ability to create musical interpretations of scientific themes, leading to his later acclaim in film scoring. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Albedo 0.39 sound like?

A cosmic journey through ethereal soundscapes and intricate electronic textures that evoke the vastness of space. Rooted in electronic and progressive rock.

What makes Albedo 0.39 by Vangelis notable?

'Albedo 0.39' is significant not only for its innovative use of synthesizers but also for its influence on the electronic and ambient music genres. The album reached number one on the UK Albums Chart and showcased Vangelis's unique ability to create musical interpretations of scientific themes, leading to his later acclaim in film scoring. Released in 1976, 'Albedo 0.39' was Vangelis's third studio album, following his work on the soundtrack for 'Sex Power'. At this point, Vangelis had begun to establish himself as a pioneering figure in electronic music, blending progressive rock with ambient and cinematic elements, setting the stage for future film scores.

Who is Albedo 0.39 for?

Albedo 0.39 works well if you're into dynamic journey, long immersive listening sessions and wave-like pacing and flow.

How many songs are on Albedo 0.39?

Albedo 0.39 has 9 tracks, running approximately 42 minutes.

Tracklist

9 tracks·42:04

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

  • 1 Pulstar Standout 5:44
  • 2 Freefall 2:15
  • 3 Mare Tranquillitatis 1:46
  • 4 Main Sequence 8:09
  • 5 Sword of Orion 1:55
  • 6 Alpha 5:44
  • 7 Nucleogenesis, Part One Standout 5:55
  • 8 Nucleogenesis, Part Two 6:11
  • 9 Albedo 0.39 Standout 4:20

Release Date

January 1, 1976

Genre

progressive rock

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Artist Origin

Greece

Runtime

42 min 4 sec