Binding: Audio CD
EAN: 8013900045202
Format: Import
Label: Domino
Manufacturer: Domino
Number Of Discs: 2
Publisher: Domino
Release Date: November 01, 2005
Studio: Domino
Sales Rank: 21700
MPN: 45
Disc 1:- Knuddelmaus
- Between Us and Them
- Passing By
- Blumenwiese Neben Autobahn
- Nobody's Home
- Molfsee
Disc 2:- Sunday Evening in Your Street [*]
- Suddenly the Trees Are Giving Way [*]
- Nothing Happens in June [*]
- As If You've Never Been Away [*]
- Crazy for You [*]
- Wherever You Are [*]
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I wrote a previous review that was kind of uneducated. :) *takes a deep breath* - OK - This is the album that got me started on the Schnauss Odysee. I credit him for introducing many of us to a wonderful music genre - Shoegazers. I heard this album on an online radio station, and was immediately entranced...the signature heartbeat started here and has continued throughout his following releases and has perpetuated a legion of loyal devotees. I have witnessed this album calm any hyper individual :) ( not like my previous offhand comment about a legion of drunken men ) what I meant was it's so pleasant, it can fit into the 'generally enjoyed' category, but slips into the Indie music world with a distinct feel that is only his, and is truly an ... Read More:
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I don't often write reviews but for this album, and indeed all of the albums I have heard from Schnauss I will make an exception. The quality of his arrangements are top notch, taking you away from it all. The perfect backdrop to a beach scene or an introspective moment. I love trance and electronic music in general and Schnauss is the current king of the ambient scene!
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I have to say that I was disappointed by this album. Although it has a simple, wide-eyed vision to it, and is a welcome change from the glitchy end of electronica, I can't help feeling that is sound is too optimistic, too light-hearted and lacking in edge for my tastes. I think part of the problem is that the formula is repeated consistently throughout the album, with little to distinguish one track from the other - light, shimmering synths build gradually over rolling rhythms to create a blissful cacophony of sound, seemingly tinged with nostalgia and fond memories. This is, admittedly, heart-warming and beautiful, but - as the album wears on - starts to get a bit dull.
The high point of the album is probably the title track, ... Read More:
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From about a minute in I knew I was going to love this cd. It really is that immediate due to the strength of the melodies. Too many acts pushing modern electronica become beat and sonic obsessed and forget about the tunes, but Schnauss are one of the exceptions to the rule.
For me, this remains their best offering. It owes more to Jean Michelle Jarre than Boards of Canada and co, which isn't a bad thing. Take a punt - I doubt you'll regret it. Just great.
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My route to Mr. Schnauss was through a remix he did of Little 15 for Depeche Mode. The way he wove soothing tones through the track enhanced it and made me want to hear more. I searched, I scoured and I hunted. Eventually I tracked down this album. With it cornered, I took credit card in hand and went in for the kill. I have been feasting on it ever since.
Whether as background music to a lazy sunday afternoon or a gentle balm to soothe away a bad day, I thoroughly recommend it. It is one of those albums which I found instantly accessible but where you can find hidden pieces in the melodies, beats or bass lines. Oh, and it's much much lighter than the later A Strangely Isolated Place.
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