Cyclone(1978, 2019 Virgin Records reissue)
“Cyclone” was the 11th major release and 8th studio album by the German electronic music band Tangerine Dream. It was released in 1978 and marked a significant departure from their previous work, as it was the first album in their discography to feature proper vocals and lyrics.
The album’s cover art is a painting by the band’s leader and founder, Edgar Froese. Despite being a departure from their usual instrumental sound, the album was well-received by critics and was successful commercially, reaching number 37 on the UK album charts. This album was considered a turning point for the band’s career.
Although Tangerine Dream kept its electronic foundation, the addition of vocals, flute, and drums gave it a progressive space rock feel. Notable, the original rock song mode gradually morphs into the familiar mesmerizing sequencer sections intertwined with horns, fiery flutes, voices, and synth solos.
Personnel: Edgar Froese on synthesizers, Mellotron, Moog synthesizer, electric guitars, acoustic guitar; Christopher Franke – Moog, music sequencer, Mellotron, synthesizers, electronic drum; Steve Jolliffe on vocals, flute, piccolo, cor anglais, bass clarinet, Hohner clavinet, synthesizers, grand piano, Fender Rhodes, electric violin, tenor horns, soprano horns, lyricon; Klaus Krüger on polyester custom-built drums with multi-trigger unit, electronic drum, Paiste cymbals, bubims, Burma gong set.
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