Odyssey: The Definitive Collection
Vangelis · 2003
78 min · 18 tracks · electronic · progressive rock · ambient
A sweeping journey through cinematic soundscapes, blending lush melodies with electronic textures and orchestral depth.
Odyssey: The Definitive Collection is an album by Vangelis, released in 2003. A sweeping journey through cinematic soundscapes, blending lush melodies with electronic textures and orchestral depth. This collection not only serves as a comprehensive overview of Vangelis's impact on film music but also achieved commercial success, appearing on various international charts. Critics praised the album for its ability to evoke nostalgia while introducing new listeners to Vangelis's emotive compositions, further cementing his influence on contemporary electronic and film music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Odyssey: The Definitive Collection sound like?
A sweeping journey through cinematic soundscapes, blending lush melodies with electronic textures and orchestral depth. Rooted in electronic and progressive rock.
What makes Odyssey: The Definitive Collection by Vangelis notable?
This collection not only serves as a comprehensive overview of Vangelis's impact on film music but also achieved commercial success, appearing on various international charts. Critics praised the album for its ability to evoke nostalgia while introducing new listeners to Vangelis's emotive compositions, further cementing his influence on contemporary electronic and film music. Released in 2003, 'Odyssey: The Definitive Collection' marked a retrospective of Vangelis's illustrious career, following his critical acclaim from the 1980s and 1990s. This compilation encapsulated his evolution in electronic music and film scoring, showcasing work from influential scores like 'Chariots of Fire' and 'Blade Runner', solidifying his status as a pioneer in ambient and cinematic music.
How many songs are on Odyssey: The Definitive Collection?
Odyssey: The Definitive Collection has 18 tracks, running approximately 78 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Pulstar 5:25
- 2 Hymn 2:43
- 3 Main Theme From "Chariots of Fire" Standout 3:31
- 4 Main Theme From "Missing" 3:57
- 5 Love Theme From "Blade Runner" Standout 4:54
- 6 End Titles From "Blade Runner" 4:10
- 7 The Tao of Love 2:19
- 8 Main Theme From "Antarctica" 3:52
- 9 Main Theme From "Cavafy" 2:49
- 10 Opening Titles From "The Bounty" 3:51
- 11 Conquest of Paradise Standout 6:09
- 12 La petite fille de la mer 5:54
- 13 L'enfant 4:57
- 14 Alpha 5:13
- 15 Celtic Dawn 4:06
- 16 Movement 1 From "Mythodea" 5:23
- 17 I'll Find My Way Home 4:30
- 18 State of Independence 5:00
Release Date
January 1, 2003
Artist Origin
Greece
Runtime
78 min 43 sec
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