Amarantine
Enya · 2005
45 min · 12 tracks · new age music · Celtic music · operatic pop
Ethereal melodies intertwine with lush arrangements to create a tranquil soundscape of introspective beauty.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- steady melodic flow throughout tranquil soundscape for relaxation introspective beauty for reflection
- Context
- Released on November 22, 2005, 'Amarantine' is Enya's sixth studio album and follows her critically acclaimed 'A Day Without Rain' from 2000. At this point in her career, Enya had solidified her status as a leading figure in new age music, known for blending Celtic influences with contemporary pop.
- If you like
- new age music, Celtic music, operatic pop
Amarantine is an album by Enya, released in 2005. Ethereal melodies intertwine with lush arrangements to create a tranquil soundscape of introspective beauty. 'Amarantine' debuted at number six on the US Billboard 200 and was certified Gold by the RIAA. The album's title track received significant airplay and remains one of Enya's signature songs, further establishing her influence on the ambient and new age genres. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Amarantine sound like?
Ethereal melodies intertwine with lush arrangements to create a tranquil soundscape of introspective beauty. Rooted in new age music and Celtic music.
What makes Amarantine by Enya notable?
'Amarantine' debuted at number six on the US Billboard 200 and was certified Gold by the RIAA. The album's title track received significant airplay and remains one of Enya's signature songs, further establishing her influence on the ambient and new age genres. Released on November 22, 2005, 'Amarantine' is Enya's sixth studio album and follows her critically acclaimed 'A Day Without Rain' from 2000. At this point in her career, Enya had solidified her status as a leading figure in new age music, known for blending Celtic influences with contemporary pop.
Who is Amarantine for?
Amarantine works well if you're into steady melodic flow throughout, tranquil soundscape for relaxation and introspective beauty for reflection.
How many songs are on Amarantine?
Amarantine has 12 tracks, running approximately 45 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Less Than a Pearl 3:44
- 2 Amarantine Standout 3:12
- 3 It's in the Rain Standout 4:08
- 4 If I Could Be Where You Are Standout 4:00
- 5 The River Sings 2:49
- 6 Long Long Journey 3:17
- 7 Sumiregusa 4:42
- 8 Someone Said Goodbye 4:02
- 9 A Moment Lost 3:08
- 10 Drifting 4:11
- 11 Amid the Falling Snow 3:38
- 12 Water Shows the Hidden Heart 4:38
Release Date
November 22, 2005
Artist Origin
Ireland
Runtime
45 min 35 sec
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