TANGERINE DREAM — Ricochet (1975) RM | Three Version | SHM-SACD | Tangerine Dream Definitive Edition – TAND 7 | 24-88.2Hz | FLAC (tracks+.cue), lossless

Electronic trio Tangerine Dream embrace their equipment and take their audience on an actual journey through this especially good, two-part showcase recorded live in France and Britain. Featuring the early and memorable lineup of Chris Franke, Edgar Froese, and Peter Baumann, Ricochet continuously evolves to the next plateau of pulsing experimentation without getting lost or over-indulgent like other bands of the genre. This album finds the three at a time when they knew exactly what they were doing; rocking without the drums, and looking over their shoulder to make sure the audience was still enjoying themselves. For the number of albums and soundtracks this band has put out (over 50!), most fans hold onto this one because it is so energetic and timeless. It takes a snapshot of the band when they were young, influential, and at the height of the genre. Glenn Swan
Tracklist :
Ricochet (Part One) 17:02
Ricochet (Part Two) 21:13
Performer:
– Chris Franke, Edgar Froese & Peter Bauman
Recorded live autumn 1975 in France and Britain

TANGERINE DREAM — Force Majeure (1979) RM | Tangerine Dream Definitive Edition Series | Two Version | FLAC (image+.tracks+.cue), lossless

Although Tangerine Dream is usually associated with synthesizers and the ambient movement that followed over a decade after such albums as Phaedra, Stratosfear, and Rubycon were recorded, Force Majeure shows the band displaying its roots in space rock. This time around, guitar and drums (played by Klaus Krieger) are as prominent as the keyboards. As the name would appear to indicate, the music on the album doesn't seem played so much as propelled forward, the overall pace rarely slackening for long. The title track is a suite that incorporates several distinct themes that segue into a cohesive whole via musical bridges. "Cloudburst Flight" is really an excuse for Edgar Froese to display his virtuosity on the electric six-string, which he does with amazing intensity. "Thru Metamorphic Rocks" begins with what sounds to be an album-ending theme, but then cross-fades into a hypnotic piece that builds upon a constant bed of pulsating sequencers and processed drums with various sound effects and still more keyboards until it fades out completely some 14 minutes later. An absolute necessity to those who might be at all curious about the band, or even successful experiments within the rock genre. Sections of the album would later appear in slightly altered versions on the soundtracks to the movies Risky Business and Thief. Brian E. Kirby
Tracklist :
1. Force Majeure - 18:15
Written-By – Christopher Franke, Edgar Froese
2. Cloudburst Flight - 7:25
Written-By – Christopher Franke, Edgar Froese
3. Thru Metamorphic Rocks - 14:28
Written-By – Christopher Franke, Edgar Froese
Line-up / Musicians
Edgar Froese - Keyboards, Electric & Acoustic Guitars, Effects, Producer
Chris Franke - Keyboards, Sequencers, Producer
Klaus Krieger - Drums, Percussion
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Eduard Meyer - Cello, Engineer

TANGERINE DREAM - Encore (1977-1995) RM | FLAC (tracks+.cue), lossless

Encore -- Tangerine Dream Live, 1977 is one of the better concert albums from Tangerine Dream. As with most of their live releases, this disc features all new material. Each of the long-form (over 16 minutes) pieces has its own set of movements. In effect, it is like listening to four electronic symphonies. This is also one of the strongest TD lineups. The set features Edgar Froese, Christopher Franke and Peter Baumann on synthesizers, effects and other electronic devices. (It is Baumann's last recording with the band.) The music ranges from dirge-like drones to piano solos to crashing experimental textures. There are echoes of progressive and avant-garde rock. The set is uniquely Tangerine Dream. Jim Brenholts Tracklist:
1 Cherokee Lane 16:19
Peter Baumann / Christopher Franke / Edgar Froese
2 Monolight 19:54
Peter Baumann / Christopher Franke / Edgar Froese
3 Cold Water Canyon 18:06
Peter Baumann / Christopher Franke / Edgar Froese
4 Desert Dream 17:30
Peter Baumann / Christopher Franke / Edgar Froese
Credits
Written-By, Performer – Chris Franke, Edgar Froese, Peter Baumann