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The Desert Inbetween

Steve Roach · 2011

66 min · 7 tracks · ambient

A meditative journey through expansive soundscapes, where electronic textures evoke the vastness of the desert.

The Desert Inbetween is an album by Steve Roach, released in 2011. A meditative journey through expansive soundscapes, where electronic textures evoke the vastness of the desert. 'The Desert Inbetween' received acclaim for its deep sonic exploration and earned a place on various best-of lists, affirming Roach's status as a key innovator in ambient music. Its critical reception highlighted the album's intricate layering and ability to transport listeners, making it significant in the evolution of contemporary ambient sound. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does The Desert Inbetween sound like?

A meditative journey through expansive soundscapes, where electronic textures evoke the vastness of the desert. Rooted in ambient.

What makes The Desert Inbetween by Steve Roach notable?

'The Desert Inbetween' received acclaim for its deep sonic exploration and earned a place on various best-of lists, affirming Roach's status as a key innovator in ambient music. Its critical reception highlighted the album's intricate layering and ability to transport listeners, making it significant in the evolution of contemporary ambient sound. By 2011, Steve Roach was an established figure in ambient music, celebrated for his immersive soundscapes. 'The Desert Inbetween' followed his prolific output in the 2000s, showcasing his continued exploration of environmental themes and atmospheric compositions while further solidifying his influence on the genre.

How many songs are on The Desert Inbetween?

The Desert Inbetween has 7 tracks, running approximately 66 minutes.

Tracklist

7 tracks·66:49

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

  • 1 Opening Sky Standout 11:03
  • 2 Ancestral Passage 9:19
  • 3 Serpent Gulch Standout 11:11
  • 4 Somewhere Between 7:13
  • 5 Spirit Passage 4:14
  • 6 Return to the Underground Standout 17:14
  • 7 When the Raven Flies 6:31

Release Date

January 1, 2011

Genre

Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

66 min 49 sec