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Orbital - Orbital 2 (The Brown Album)

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Format: CD
Label: LONDON RECORDS
Rel. Date: 05/23/2025
UPC: 5061017253235

Orbital 2 (The Brown Album)
Artist: Orbital
Format: CD
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Formats and Editions

DISC: 1

1. Time Becomes
2. Planet of the Shapes
3. Lush 3-1
4. Lush 3-2
5. Impact (The Earth Is Burning)
6. Remind
7. Walk Now.
8. Monday
9. Halcyon + On + On
10. Input Out
11. Halcyon
12. Naked and the Dead
13. Sunday
14. Naked and the Dub
15. Lush 3-3 (Underworld)
16. Lush 3-4 (Warrior Drift) (Psychick warriors Ov Gaia)

More Info:

Two CD edition. Originally released in 1993, The Brown Album marked a significant evolution in Orbital's sound - and was met with widespread critical acclaim. NME awarded it 9/10 in their review, and it was chosen as one of Mixmag's best albums of all time. Standout track, "Halcyon + On + On", became an instant classic, known for it's ethereal atmosphere and haunting vocal sample from Opus III's "It's a Fine Day." The track's dreamy progression and uplifting yet melancholic tone made it a staple in film soundtracks and DJ sets, embodying the emotional depth electronic music could achieve. "Impact (The Earth Is Burning)" is another defining moment, an evolving journey of layered breakbeats and dynamic synth arrangements, reflecting the duo's ability to create both club-ready and introspective music. Meanwhile, "Lush 3-1" and "Lush 3-2" demonstrate Orbital's knack for crafting intricate, evolving grooves, balancing pulsating rhythms with melodic flourishes that keep the listener engaged.
        
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