Enigma

Enigma

ASIN: B000050ZOQ

Track Listings

1. Johannes

2. Memories of Cynthia

3. Carnival

4. Nothing Good Happens Fast

5. Sinfonia #3 in D major

6. Berceuse for Mallory

7. Prelude

8. Epilogue

9. Enigma Variation #9

Editorial Reviews
allaboutjazz.com, February big band reviews by Jack Bowers
" a colorful and always stimulating session wherein every essential ingredient seems to have fallen perfectly into place. A winner in every respect"

Product Description
Contemporary big band jazz featuring original compositions by Steve Spiegl, former arranger for the Stan Kenton Orchestra and the composer of music in use in over 10,000 schools across the US and Canada, including jazz big band treatments of compositions by Bach, Brahms, Elgar and Scriabin, played by one of the foremost Los Angeles studio bands, to celebrate their 30th year playing together.

Personnnel: Leader/Conductor-Steve Spiegl Trumpets-Larry Hall, George Graham, Jeff Bunnell, Jack Feierman, Ron King Trombones-Charlie Loper, Charlie Morillas, Bruce Fowler, Harold Garrett Saxophones-Kim Richmond, Mike Nelson, Kurt McGettrick, Pete Christlieb, John Setar Guitar-Mack Daugherty, Piano-Mike Asher,Bass-Bruce Lett, Drums-Ralph Razze (Warren Luening for George Graham on tracks 3,4,6,7) (Bill Booth for Bruce Fowler on tracks 1,2,5,8) (Steve Marsh for Pete Christlieb on tracks 1,2,5,8)

Tracks:

Eppur Si Muove
Feel Me Heaven
Dreaming Of Andromeda
Dancing With Mephisto
Northern Lights
Invisible Love
Message From IO
Hello And Welcome
20,000 Miles Over The Sea
Sitting On The Moon
The Alchemist
Goodbye Milky Way

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Sixth in a series of never-quite-the-same recordings from Michael Cretu, the Bucharest-born electronic musician/studio wiz known as Enigma, A Posteriori has the capacity to delight one camp of Enigma devotees while it perplexes another. Less overtly sensual than earlier recordings and devoid of female singers in lead-vocalist roles (no Ruth-Ann, no Sandra), A Posteriori nevertheless stands as a worthwhile recording that at its best moments handsomely displays Cretu's talents for effective songcraft and imaginative sound design. The 54-minute disc--an ode to science and discovery rather than brainy erotica--launches with two impressive instrumentals, "Eppur Si Muove" ("and yet it does move," a phrase attributed to Galileo following his heresy conviction for asserting that the earth rotates around the sun) and "Feel Me Heaven," gorgeous tracks that are part audio space probes, part pulsing Euro electronica. Momentum wanes (or chills) until Cretu strings together a series of tracks that use a heady amalgam of ambient, techno, dance, and rock textures: "Hello and Welcome," "20,000 Miles Over the Sea," "Sitting on the Moon," and the dense, edgy "The Alchemist," which evokes notions of a 21st-century version of Ultravox. "Moon" stands out in particular, guided by a subtle pop melody that exudes the gentle irresistibility of Dido's best work. Cretu wisely limits (or eliminates) the use of Gregorian chants and ethnic voices, once-fresh ideas now demoted to gimmickry. He lets his own voice, a raspy take on Peter Gabriel, carry this disc's three vocal-driven tracks to mixed effect. While not everything glitters here, enough does that A Posteriori warrants investigation by earnestly inquisitive Enigma followers. --Terry Wood

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There are no black holes in Enigma's musical universe. Nothing ever just vanishes here. It's been 16 years since October 1st 1990, when Enigma's debut, "Sadeness Part 1," rocked the earthly airwaves and hit the top of the charts with sounds the planet had never heard. All of a sudden Enigma was no longer a UFO but the most famous spaceship of world music - and the music world. On September 22nd, 2006 A Posteriori, the sixth album of Michael Cretu's Enigma project was released.

You can get an idea of where A Posteriori is heading from song titles such as "Dreaming Of Andromeda," "Message From Io" and "Goodbye Milky Way." It takes you on a voyage through a multilayered soundscape, to the limits of your sonic experience, but always stays true to the essence of Enigma. The album will carry any hitch-hiker along to explore extraordinary new galaxies aboard the sound-ship Enigma. There is also the overture that, as on the five predecessors, welcomes the listener to Enigma's latest album, before creating the first tonal Fata Morgana 30 seconds later. Wafting through a soft carpet of sound come mysterious voices suggestive of power, shouting something Latin into this new sound-sphere—a sphere where A Posteriori will linger. Enigma once again create associative sound-signals that embed themselves in your head forever like a mental tattoo.

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Customer Reviews:

I was taken away from this planet........2007-07-06

Enigma has a great pro: Takes its escence of its music, while blends it with fresh beats and sounds. This work shows great traces of soft and aggresive electronica blended with an "outer space" atmosphere. When I listened to the CD, I felt taken to somewhere next to the moon, looking at the stars and the Earth in front (possibly most of the track titles would push me into that thought). Enigma evolved for the good through time, and this is the product. Song like "Good bye Milky Way", "Dreaming of Andromeda" and "Northen Lights" would relax yourself and feel great emotions; while "Dancing with Mephisto" and "Feel me Heaven", would give you a great blast with a little more agrresive electronica and faster beats. Something I would have prefered is a different picture for the CD cover, I think I would be great a great space picture of a nebula, the Pleyades, a supernova or something; but anyways, after listening to this, that will be the last thing you might be thinking about. Great job Michael!

Nice to chill out with.......2007-07-05

I am an Enigma-holic who owns all the albums and love them all. As a musician myself I'm always searching for the ultimate unique musical experience and "A Posteriori" is awesome. As a whole the ambient spacey grooves here tend to be more similar from track to track and never change much dynamically or tempo wise - they tend to put the listener into a hypnotic trance and that is a good thing when you want that type of feeling.

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Enigma's comeback.......2007-07-02

1st album of Enigma was a masterpiece. Second was not as good, but great. The rest were not worth listening to (in my opinion). After about 15 years of producing, frankly, junk Cretu is back with a new album I enjoy and listen to a lot. It is not the classic Enigma - this horse has been beaten to death already - but rather a new, more electronic direction with some Enigma sounds and hints. I think this is the right direction for Cretu - there simply will never be another "MCMXC A.D.". This album proves that he does not need another "MCMXC A.D." to give his fans wonderful music to listen to. Cretu should go and explore new worlds - we all know he can!

Enigma.......2007-06-02

Love them or hate them Enigma has a sound all of there own. I never tire of listening to their unique sounds that give me a great sense of relaxation.

Lost in Space without female vocals........2007-05-15

Not bad instrumental, but this CD has the fewest vocals/ lyrics of any of Enigma releases. You hear Michael Cretu's voice like twice. What made enigma exotic sounding were the female vocals. This CD is obscure and devoid of them, maybe a hint in track 4. His wife Sandra didn't make this release. Nor did Ruth-Ann Boyle whom vocals were behind Gravity of Love and Follow the Sun was also neglected. Voyageur was shocking to be sort of folksy, but after a couple plays, it was pretty magical. Voyageur had one top tier track (hits) and a couple of 2nd tier tracks (good to replay). Every other release had 1-2 top tier tracks and a bunch of 2nd tier tacks. A Posteriori is filled with 3nd tier tracks (background music) and one or two 2nd tier tracks.

This CD does sound like you are tripping in outer space, but not as ambient as The Thrillerseeker: "Synaesthesia" nor as exotic as before. Cretu is the master of difference types of instrumentals and effects, but this CD felt like he was just messing around on a sympathizer and didn't have the varies as his other releases. Sound like he morphed some of his previous tracks here, but that is true to most of them.

As a fan of Enigma with pretty much all his CDs, even the lesser "Invisible Man", I'll be waiting another 3 years for it next release. This is my least favorite CD of the series, but would not pass on any of them. Hopefully, Cretu include more vocals next time. I will use this CD for background music like Thievery Corporation: Sounds from the Thievery Hi-Fi.

Enigma - Love Sensuality Devotion: The Greatest Hits

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Gravity of Love
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A greatest-hits package sampling four Enigma discs released between 1990 and 2000, LSD splendidly documents the influential output of Michael Cretu, a techno-bohemian who successfully creates cinematic, otherworldly New Age-like musical suites. Now, more than a decade removed from the arrival of Sadeness (Part 1) and its eyebrow-raising mix of sacred and sensual subplots, people can debate whether Cretu's music represents savvy commercial calculation or satisfying art. LSD suggests a split decision, though tracks with intriguing blends of atmosphere and rhythm, such as "Gravity of Love," "T.N.T. for the Brain" and "Morphing Thru Time," reveal an inventiveness that demonstrates Cretu is capable of more than sophisticated novelty tunes. Two new songs, neither especially noteworthy, open this package. Meanwhile, remastered older tracks segue beautifully to exude a satisfying, seamless unity. Big bonus: run time exceeds 76 minutes. --Terry Wood

Customer Reviews:

My first exposure to Enigma will not be my last.......2007-07-02

I ignored the numerous suggestions to buy Enigma til I found LSD in a used record store. The price was good and I figured I had nothing to lose. Wow--did I get a good deal! The CD is amazing, the music's varied and I get a good taste of what I should have bought long ago. I really can't add more to the excellent reviews already in place, but if you love world and fusion type music, you need to give this CD a try--and yes, it's worth full price.

Gravity of Love.......2007-07-01

Ruth Ann is the lead vocal for Gravity of Love. It's a gorgeous song! This whole album is worth adding to your music collection. It is a must have. Check out Michael Cretu's (Enigma) latest production, What About Us, Ruth Ann's first solo album. It is exclusively sold on itunes. You don't need an ipod to get itunes. Change the setting to MP3! Get Ruth Ann!

I love every bit of it!.......2007-06-09

Just an awesome album that I will recommend, any day any time!

One of the most devoted artists in the field.......2007-05-17

I wrote this three and a half years ago as a 15 year old on a different amazon profile that i am deleting. here is my two cents. I didn't realize then since I was a very naive boy, but the acronym for the title of this album is (and not accidently) LSD. Yes, this album is sonic Lysergic Acid. Or THC, you pick.

Spirituality enhancing music has never been as entrancing and alluring in the history of music. Never have I been so at one and felt so at home with music as I have been with this lush comilation of Enigma's Phase One (first four albums) greatest hits. Almost all of Michael Cretu's music should be on this cd because his music is so inspiring...it takes you on a mind altering journey through sound from which you may wish never to return, simply because of its fresh, pure musical taste.
Many of the tracks that made it on this cd are there because they were on the top of the charts. Not all of them are necesarily his absolute best...I wish songs like "Between Mind and Heart" and "Callas Went Away" were here, but the exclusion of those songs doesn't deteriorate the value. Even if Curly M.C. wanted to put more tracks on his Greatest Hits, he would have had to opt for a second disc because....theres already 74 minutes of pure heaven on the single disc. Anyway, explaining M.C.'s unique vision of music is next to impossible to explain; the songs are a mix of rhythmic beats, breathy vocals, synthed orchestration, and mystical lyrics, which are refrences to the Bible in some parts. Sampling the music is the only way to discover the beauty. Languages include Latin, French, and English. The quality of the synthesized sounds sound like they could have been made yesterday, which is an example of the talent and effort put into every Enigma cd.

Now I may sound like a paid advertiser for Enigma, but I am in reality a very down to earth guy. So I tell it like it is. This review is no exeption. The samples so kindly provided by Amazon above are not the best...M.C. likes to launch each of his cds with slow orchestrations, and then he picks up the pace with the third track. Really, only allowing thirty seconds of sampling doesn't quite do the cd justice. To become absorbed into a piece, you have to listen to the whole thing.

please, dont illegally download music if you do....it hurts the artist from which you are stealing.

Good ol' 90's.......2007-05-17

Great album with unique sound and sexy French voice. Clear sound with slightly heavy bass. Slightly tribal touch, but overall great music. Buy it if you like the previews on Amazon, you will not be disappointed. Relax and enjoy.

Elgar: Pomp and Circumstance Marches Op. 39; Enigma Variations Op. 36

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Great recording, great price. Buy this without question!!!!!
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Customer Reviews:

Great recording, great price. Buy this without question!!!!!.......2007-07-08

I stumbled across this little gem for the low price of about $3.00. I almost kept going assuming that the price was an indication of the quality. Glad I looked twice.

This is a wonderful album with respectful treatments and excellent sound quality, performed by the some of the greatest musicians in the world from the London Symphony Orchestra, the London Philharmonic Orchestra and the Philharmonica Orchestra.

The Enigma Variations, a Theme and 15 short orchestrations that Sir Edward then named after his friends and family based on personality traits, are a wonderful, uncelebrated Opus. I love these pieces. They truly showcase the power of Elgar's compositional style and flair. They certainly rival his more famous Pomp and Circumstance, in my humble opinion. The recording is sharp, well mixed, with no perceivable noise.

As for the Pomp and Circumstance recordings, well done throughout. All 5 pieces are played wonderfully and recorded beautifully with excellent sound mixing and very little, if any, background noise.

Cockaigne Overture is, once again, perfect. Marvelous treatment, wonderful musicianship, excellent sound and quality.

THIS HAS GOT TO BE THE GREATEST MUSICAL VALUE ON THE SHELVES RIGHT NOW. I STILL CAN'T BELIEVE I ONLY PAID $3.00 FOR THIS RECORDING. I WOULD HAVE GLADLY SHELLED OUT THE OBLIGATORY $15.00 - $20.00 CONSIDERING THE QUALITY OF THIS CD.

IF YOU ARE READING THIS, YOU MUST BUY RIGHT NOW, BEFORE THEY COME TO THEIR SENSES AND RAISE THE PRICE!

CLASSICAL MASTERS.......2007-05-12

I BOUGHT THE CD FOR POMP AND CIRCUMSTANCE BUT QUICKLY FELL IN LOVE WITH THE ENTIRE PIECE. IT IS WONDERFUL!

Noble Elgar, unbelievable price.......2007-05-05

This is not some schlock budget disc, which the price might suggest. Boult was one of the great Elgar interpretors (Barbirolli too) and these performances, especially the inspired Enigma Variations, bring out the very soul of Elgar. Sound quality, by the way, is excellent--warm and rich analog glow.

Great for High School Graduations!.......2007-03-12

I am the Principal of a small private boarding school that opened just last year. We do not have a school orchestra, so when the time came for us to plan our graduation ceremony, I searched all over the web for the traditional music. I heard some awful, piano versions of Pomp and Circumstance #4, and some other lackluster symphonic versions. Seraphim's CD of Elgar's works is by far the best. It is warm, heartfelt, inspiring, rich and incredibly well produced. Perhaps having the London Symphony Orchestra and the London Philharmonic Orchestra was the best choice, as they are playing the works of a fellow countryman. Several people came up to me after the ceremony to comment on the music, saying they were extremely moved by the music. Not bad for just playing it over a boombox!

By the way, if you are planning on using this for a graduation, know that you will have to edit out the long introductory passage and figure out how to loop the most famous "graduation" section over enough times to get through your ceremony!

Elgar's Greatest Hits at a Rock Bottom Price!.......2006-09-28

You just can't go wrong with this compilation of Elgar works and this super-cheap price. The performances are full-priced quality. This is a great introduction to Elgar CD. The Enigma Variations will bring tears to your eyes!

The Most Relaxing Classical Album in the World...Ever!

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Lives Up To The Title, Fine Variety Of Genre's.
Good for relaxing pregnant women
Too much opera
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TRULY The most relaxing and beautiful music ever written.

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You want relaxing classical music that'll soothe your soul but won't lull you into sleep? Here's a double CD for you. The Most Relaxing Classical Album in the World ... Ever! does its best to cover both well-worn classical favorites (Bach's "Air on the G String," Pachelbel's "Cannon," Debussy's "Clair de Lune") and some eclectic left-field choices (an excerpt from Górecki's Symphony No. 3, Jocelyn Pook's "Blow the Wind," and Samuel Barber's Adagio for Strings. The performances of most of these excerpts are top-notch--artists include Sir Neville Marriner, James Galway, Jacqueline du Pré and the Philadelphia Orchestra--and there's enough variety here for everyone. --Edward Garabedian

Customer Reviews:

Lives Up To The Title, Fine Variety Of Genre's........2007-02-04

This CD is a great way to enjoy a large variety of Classical Composers & many of their best known pieces. Vivaldi's "Four Seasons," is an all time favorite. There are vocals, Piano pieces, & some fine Violins. I found the latter the most enjoyable. Here you can find Rodrigo & Pachelbell. Samuel Barber's haunting Adagio will make your skin tingle. This may not be to everyones taste, but if you wish to relax? Give this a couple of listens.

Good for relaxing pregnant women.......2007-01-17

I stumbled onto this album whilst searching bit torrent websites for classical music. I don't normally listen to classical music but thought it might be relaxing for my pregnant wife. After hearing the quality of the performances, the arrangement, and the recording I decided to buy the album from amazon. All the songs you would expect from a "best album in the world" are there and they are not boring to listen to like a lot of other classical albums. I now play this album in the car constantly and the wife requested it be played at the hospital during the birth.

Too much opera.......2007-01-10

If it wasn't for the opera this would be a great CD.

Does what it set out to do, very well.......2006-11-15

So i'm a classical music veteran, someone who prefers to collect a complete work, rather than classical compilations. I probably would not have listened to this album at all if my dad didnt buy it for me as a gift. By now, i own the complete works that over half of the excepts on this disc come from. I am a purist if ever there was one.

That said, i totally adore this set because i have learned to take it on its own terms. These discs weren't meant for expert classical listeners, so a review from that sort of mindset is useless. This set was meant for pure, easy listening, and for a basic starters kit for classical newbies. Most of all, it was just meant to do what the title says, to relax the average human being. classical expert or not.

Yes, some of these pieces have been altered or shortened, like Mozart's Flute and Harp Concerto Andantino, but they have been edited for a good enough reason: the full versions would have been too long to flow with the rest of the album. And also, the full versions contain so much development that they don't become easy listening anymore. The shortened versions work in the context of the album. Most essentially, the shortened versions on the discs still convey the main flavor the composers were going for. The melodies and themes remain unchanged.

To sum up, it is true that when i want to actually listen deeply to classical music, this album would never be a choice. I would want to hear the complete works like the composers intended. But at certain times when i simply don't mind about that stuff, when i just need to loosen up and free my mind of stress with some nice melodies, this set does the job well enough.

Last but not least: being a purist and a classical buff, i am very particular about performance quality. I was very glad to find that EMI did not get lazy about this. All the artists are world-class, and all the performances are at least exceptional. Some performances are even quite excellent, like the Clair De Lune, which is one of the best i've heard. (Credit to Dame Lympany, the pianist.)

So once again, recommended for its stated purpose, to relax. I am a purist, a classical buff, and i still enjoy this disc. That says something.

TRULY The most relaxing and beautiful music ever written........2006-11-10

This album along with Volume 2 are now the two most valued albums in my music collection. I have all of the songs contained on these two albums but they are scattered through at least a dozen different albums and several are not performed by artists such as those that recorded this album and Volume 2.
SIMPLY BEAUTIFUL !!!!!!!!!!

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Pure Moods, Vol. II
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Pure Moods: Celestial Celebration
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ASIN: B000000WCD
Release Date: 1997-04-29

Tracks:

Return To Innocence - Enigma
Orinoco Flow (Sail Away) - Enya
Sweet Lullaby - Deep Forest
Oxygene Part lV - Jean Michele Jarre
X-Files Theme (DADO Paranormal Activity Mix) - DJ Dado
Tubular Bells Part 1 (Edit) - Mike Oldfield
Sadeness - Enigma
Adiemus - Adiemus
Crockett's Theme - Jan Hammer
Theme From 'The Mission' - Ennio Morricone
Main Title Theme (The Last Emperor) - David Byrne
Wishes Of Happiness & Prosperity - Sacred Spirits
Theme From Twin Peaks-Fire Walk With Me - Angelo Badalamenti
Makambo - Geoffrey Oryema
My Wife With Champagne Shoulders - Mark Isham
The Promise - Michael Nyman
Lily Was Here - David A. Stewart

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New Age music, ambient electronica, and spiritualized hip-hop received their first major, K-Tel-like treatment in 1996 when Virgin Records assembled Pure Moods. The "As Seen on TV" compilation quickly became a hot seller, and it would be nice to think that its popularity has as much to do with the music as the marketing. To be sure, Pure Moods offers genre hits aplenty: from Enya's "Orinoco Flow" to "Sadness" from Enigma; from a dance mix of the "X-Files Theme" to edits of vintage electronica from Mike Oldfield (Tubular Bells) and Jean Michele Jarre (Oxygene). Beyond other selections of beat-enhanced chants and a few other popular themes ("The Mission," "Twin Peaks"), the album, refreshingly, also includes a few selections noteworthy only for their originality and quality. A three-track section near end of the 70-minute disk features affecting soft African chants from Geoffrey Oryema, followed by "My Wife with Champagne Shoulders," a dollop of regal, faintly ethereal romanticism from master film scorer Mark Isham, then a robust piano workout, "The Promise" from Michael Nyman (The Piano). With so many elements of interest on its 17 tracks, the album's broad diversity is sure to have broad popularity. --Terry Wood

Customer Reviews:

A classic.......2007-06-14

Great compilation of electronic music for it's time. A lot of depth to it, you don't get to the 5th or 6th song and start getting into what seems like "filler".

Classical relaxation.......2007-05-20

I loved the music on here they are so peacful like the xfiles theme tubular bells with the overy babbling melody and crockettes theme which was the best song with no vocals and they saved the best for last LILY WAS HERE with excellent non vocaling music with lite accoustic guitars and perfect saxaphone playing with a touch of soothing melody. My mothers into spiritual things mostly and she loves this pure moods mix of peacful music. I use to listen to this while I sleep I loved it but now I sleep with the fan on because I love to hear the sound of the fan while I sleep.

New Age as a child? Really?.......2007-05-17

I must have been around six or seven when I came across this cd through the TV ads. I couldn't buy it myself but I loved the music. It wasn't until I was much older and borrowed it from the library did I remember how much I loved this. I uploaded some of the songs onto my computer, only because I had downloaded some of them already. I started listening to the other pure moods and it's still the same.

Flowing music between ambient, new age, and soft electronica it pulls up its own forrest of emotion as it pulls you closer into the center of yourself. YOu find those pieces of you again that you haven't discovered. A must have for anyone wanting to get in touch with themselves, or just don't know how to relax after a hard day at work.

The Sway.......2007-05-16

I must admit, I've always felt kind of silly for owning this CD. Yet it's got wonderful songs on it. Each one sets a tone that carries you throughout. I've had this CD for years and I still pull it out and listen to it.

oldie but goodie is the pharse.......2007-01-16

I use to listen to this cd over and over when I was younger. Happen to run across it in a packed away box. Been listening to it for two months now, love it just as much as when I first gotten it. Matter of fact, after my teenager heard it, he had to have a copy for himself. Lucky, amazon sells it. He loves it just as much as I do.... surely a favorite.

I did checked out the other pure mood cds and they are ok, a few good songs on them but I dont think it can compare to the very first one put together. Every song is amazing.

If you like music with a little color, not to strong, not to weak, but very lovely to hear...recommend this one.

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Only Enigma's music deserve...
One of a kind
The remixes make this the best Enigma CD
had to replace scratched ones
Sensual Romance, Lust Meets Spirit.

MCMXC A.D.
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ASIN: B000002URV
Release Date: 1992-06-29

Tracks:

The Voice Of Enigma
Principles Of Lust - Sadeness/Find Love/Sadeness Reprise
Callas Went Away
Mea Culpa
The Voice & The Snake
Knocking On Forbidden Doors
Back To The Rivers Of Belief - Way To Eternity/Hallelujah/The Rivers Of Belief

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So much unnecessary fuss was made over Enigma's juxtaposition of the sexual and sacred. After all, Prince had been doing it for years, and his take on it was far more interesting--and a lot more daring. But Enigma's MCMXC A.D. did manage to work a lot of people into a lather, both on the dance floor and behind the pulpit. Their inclusion of chanting monks in "Sadeness," over wooshy ambient noises and a slower hip-hop-appropriated beat was a sensation. "Callas Went Away" promised more than it could deliver, although "Mea Culpa" stands as one of the few shining moments on the CD. The idea of mixing new age aural wallpaper with beats that you can do a slow grind to is actually rather intriguing. Spicing it up with controversial religious chants isn't a bad idea either. But there's got to be something personal to it. After the initial novelty wears off, there's nothing to MCMXC A.D. other than bland, cold, impersonal repetition. Now, that might be what most people are used to, but what's so sexy about it? --Steve Gdula

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European Version Includes Bonus Remixes of Sadeness, Mea Culpa, Rivers of Belief and Principles of Lust.

Customer Reviews:

Only Enigma's music deserve..........2007-05-18

....wait more than 1 1/2 months to receive it.
I live in a small city, is not easy to find this kind of music... and if you have luck, 30 usd or more for each CD.
Enigma is the beginning of the NO end for New age's music.
Thank you amazon.

One of a kind.......2007-04-21

It is rare that an album like this comes along. I remember in the early nineties, and the first single came out..it was such a different sound, unique. I literally stopped what I was doing and listened intently, anxious to hear who the artist was. Upon hearing the whole album in it's entirety, I knew this was a special album. Some artists release an album, and you like a single or two. With this album, it's a complete product from end to end, much like Dark Side Of The Moon- a full and complete album. So much to listen to and absorb. This album will transport you to a different place. The later Enigma albums are fine, but this first one will always hold that special place for me. Do yourself a favor and pick it up, I believe you will add it to your list of cherished, favorite cd's.

The remixes make this the best Enigma CD.......2007-04-10

I had the original version and it was my second favorite Enigma CD ("The Screen Behind the Mirror" being number one). But with the remixes, this vaults to the top. I cannot take it out of my CD player! I cannot explain how much I love this music; I love(d) rap, but it has gotten far too commercial and obnoxious for my taste, while pop/rock/soul has done nothing for me lately either. This music seems made for me. I can listen to it no matter my mood. I've read reviews from people who were disappointed by some Enigma offerings; you're not going to see that here. This stuff is on the same level as early 80s Prince -- absolute genius, as far as I'm concerned.

had to replace scratched ones.......2007-03-15

good cd i had to replace the old ones because they are all scratched up

Sensual Romance, Lust Meets Spirit........2007-02-04

This is certainly a unique blending of genre's. Jazz, New Age mystical, & Medieval chanting are combined into something that feels new. The lyrics are chanted rather than sung, which works well since the music is the main focus. I found the use of Latin & French to be refreshing. This is enjoyable for driving or daydreaming, not at the same time of course. The listener is teleported back & forth to a time when they first heard this album. This is the ultimate synthesis of hormones, spirit, nature sounds, & mysticism. However, repetitive at times. I felt the 3 best tunes were "Principles Of Lust, Sadness, & Mea Culpa." All original & yet different in delivery & content. Give this several listens before you make up your mind. I'm sure you will find it interesting?

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good, but not great
Great buy
Awesome album
Love Enigma music
had to replace scratched ones

The Cross of Changes
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ASIN: B000002U6E
Release Date: 1994-02-08

Tracks:

Second Chapter
The Eyes Of Truth
Return To Innocence
I Love You...I'll Kill You
Silent Warrior
The Dream Of The Dolphin
Age Of Loneliness (Carly's Song)
Out From The Deep
The Cross Of Changes

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Haunting, evocative, mysterious, and magnificent, Enigma's Cross of Changes offers nine musical explorations of sound and sensation that dazzle and amaze. The songs unfold in rolling waves, each more complex and richly layered than the last, yet each fully capable of standing alone as a musically satisfying experience. The standout track on this disc is "Return to Innocence," which combines Native American chanting, Celtic harmonies, and a deceptively simple lyric to devastating effect. At once esoteric and elemental, Cross of Changes is a fine example of the best the genre has to offer. --L.A. Smith

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Customer Reviews:

good, but not great.......2007-06-14

I would assume I'm one of the many who bought this CD on the basis of their one "hit", and was dissapointed. Nothing wrong with the CD, it's just not as good as "Age of Innocence" was when it came out, and really seems dated now.

Great buy.......2007-05-24

one of there best highly recomend it to anyone who likes there music.

Awesome album.......2007-05-09

A great album start to finish and perfect for any mood or occasion.

Love Enigma music.......2007-04-17

This music will send you
into realms of heart and
mind perhaps unknown to you--
but listen to their music and
you can always travel there
again. Highly recommended.

had to replace scratched ones.......2007-03-15

i like the cd. it is nice and relaxing and i had to buy it again because the last one was all scratched up

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Another Best of Mehdi
Delightful, Relaxing, Wonderful !
Nice, but not the best I've ever heard.
Musical Nirvana - Where sound quality, artistry and composition come together.
Gorgeous sound !

Instrumental Paradise Volume 8
Mehdi
Manufacturer: SoothingMusic.Com
ProductGroup: Music
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ASIN: B000PGQEIG
Release Date: 2007-04-30

Tracks:

Steps To Paradise
Eternal Bliss
Guiding Light
Heavens Rain
Utopian Dance
Sacred Gathering
Blossoming Flowers
Connecting Prayer
Trees In The Breeze
Prayers Answered

Product Description

Have you ever heard music so beautiful that it captivated you, lifted you up and opened your heart and mind? As comfortable as a relaxing day on the beach or as fresh as a warm spring breeze, these rich multicultural soundscapes are the soundtrack to your dreams. It's the feeling of bliss that you wish would never end. This is the music of Mehdi. We call it, "Music that sounds the way life should feel".>>> Contemporary Instrumental: Piano, Acoustic Guitar, Violin, Cello, Flute, Live Orchestral Strings, Electric Guitar, Persian Oud, Sitar, Santoor, Hammered Dulcimer with Rhythmic Hand Percussion, Drum Kit all Placed in Lush Orchestral Arrangements.

Customer Reviews:

Another Best of Mehdi .......2007-07-06

"Every album should be called Best of Mehdi," another reviewer once said.
Amen. It's everything everyone says it is. And it was absolutely worth the wait.
Yes, good cover choice; love the white horse.

Where's our DVD, Concertmaster?

Delightful, Relaxing, Wonderful !.......2007-06-29

I also purchased this CD based on the reviews and I'm truly glad that I did. This is Mehdi at his best. I've only listened to it a a few times since I received it, but I know I'll be playing it often. It's especially nice in the car, because it brings the surrounding natural scenery to life. Recommended !

Nice, but not the best I've ever heard........2007-06-29

I bought this based on other review I read on Amazon cold-turkey. It's nice, but not up to the calibur of other albums I have in the same genra.

I wouldn't not recommend it, but I wouldn' rave over it either.

Musical Nirvana - Where sound quality, artistry and composition come together........2007-06-25

Power up the stereo. Turn the lights down low. Don the headphones and energize the CD player. Relax. It's time to enter a world of virtuoso musicianship, of soundscapes that take you to another world. Close your eyes and listen. You're no longer alone but surrounded by beauty and floating into Paradise. You move seamlessly between this world and the next, the music weaving a tapestry that transcends the distance and the times.

Mehdi's Instrumental Paradise is a special recording in that it captures the soul and essence of one of the great musical visionaries in our time.

Mehdi has been playing the piano since he could reach the keys and has composed music for many feature films prior to embarking on his Instrumental musical journey in the mid-90's. Mehdi's music (a mixture of Middle Eastern, Celtic, Greek, Southern European and Spanish or at times Moorish set to neo classical and more modern influences) defies the current practice of cataloging each artist into a standard category. Above all else, this is music for the adventurer in each of us.

Mehdi is the feature artist showcasing his wide-ranging Piano and mesmerizing original compositions. But this is by no means a one-person show. Flutist Dan Jenks, Violinist Tony Ragetti, Percussionist Yoshi Masayuki,Cellist Jesse Von Unwerth,Persian Oudist John Bilezikjian,Guitarist Michael Barbieri,Sitarist Daniel J Gupta are just a few of the virtuoso musicians on this master piece.
They add their tremendous musical talents to a recording that truly is more than the sum of its individual parts. Each of these musicians are talented masters in their own right and have recorded with Mehdi as well as other respected and diverse musicians ranging from Loreena Mckinnett to Yanni.

The sound quality of this recording is beyond reproach. The dynamics and spatial imaging of the recording deserve special mention. This truly is a recording without fault: Over 59 minutes of timeless excellence in sound.

Mehdi's spirituality seems to be as little understood as his music. He is a musical and spiritual adventurer. Each recording contains compositions that deal with a wide range of influences ranging from Christianity to Mysticism to Islam and other faiths. One should be careful in not labeling his beliefs as well as his music. Just listen, learn and enjoy.

If you enjoy artists such as Secret Garden, Loreena Mckinnett,Enya, David Lanz, Phil Coulter, Yanni, classical, Celtic and other world music, or if you are intrigued by a musical adventure, Mehdi's extraordinary Instrumentals should be on your short list of future musical purchases.

Gorgeous sound !.......2007-06-25

A DJ here in Austin insists on calling Mehdi, "The Jewel of public television." While many of his fans are probably jealous that there's actually a station here that gives him airtime (KGSR, 107.1 -- a near identical twin of KBCO Boulder, 97.3), I've patiently combed public TV listings for months, and never seen his name once. Woe is me!

Ever since some cognoscenti used a snippet of his "Wedding Song" as background on an episode of "Northern Exposure," I've been hooked on Mehdi's compelling blend of inspiring melodies and middle eastern rhythms. The California Native and his bandmates are wizards with their instruments. Volume 8 Instrumental Paradise is a must for any fan of Mehdi's music; and I can think of no better way for someone unfamiliar with his sound to become acquainted.

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The genius of Jens Gad
Nice
The best Gens Gad 's CD
Amazing
Inspiring!

Amadas Estrellas
Achillea
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ASIN: B000LV63RM
Release Date: 2007-02-13

Tracks:

Prologo
Amor Parte I
Desnudame
Vivir
Alma Herida
Alas del Aguila
Amor Parte II
Atacame
Amadas Estrellas
A Maria Santissima

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Rhythm is the heart...The idea is the spirit... The voice is the soul. In his studio in Ibiza Spain, Jens Gad, the co-visionary of the multi-platinum group ENIGMA, is joined by the mesmerizing European dance/pop singer Luisa Fernandez. On this greatly anticipated second ACHILLEA release, they guide you on a new ethereal journey of global electronica, lush atmospheres, seductive Spanish vocals, entrancing guitar playing, and ingenious beats. Luisa Fernandez, born in Galicia in the north of Spain, has chosen her `world language' to guide a musical journey through different continents. `Amadas Estrellas' is a multi-cultural concept for an international audience and entirely produced on Spanish territory. Luisa's spiritually sensual vocals, based on Spanish poems of love, combined with the richly layered atmospheres and European dance club electronica that Jens Gad and ACHILLEA are renowned for, is compelling and deeply satisfying. Let yourself go... escape into the sensory world of Achillea.

Customer Reviews:

The genius of Jens Gad.......2007-05-07

This cd is a definite must have for Enigma fans.Luisa Fernandez on vocals is breath-taking and very sensious.The music would not be out of place on an epic movie soundtrack.However the best movie is in your imagination,so just let the genius of Jens Gad take you on your own journey.You wont be disappointed.One question,Why is Achillea not on general release in stores.?There are other cd's,but can you find them in any store.If not for Amazon.com I would never have discovered this cd.

Nice.......2007-03-14

Simply put: If you wanted Enigma where E4 left off, this is the album for you...simply wonderful!

The best Gens Gad 's CD.......2007-03-13

This is the most beautiful Gens Gad (Enigma-producer)'s cd ever,you going to enjoy this music since the begining to the end .my opinion ,this is the perfect kind of music for a Enigma "a Posteriori" ,If did u like the first Enigma's Album ,u going to love this one!

Amazing.......2007-03-11

Far and above the first release by Achillea. This is what Enigma once was.

Inspiring!.......2007-02-25

This was my first introduction to the world of Achillea and I fell in love! Every song on the album is beautifully composed and flows together seamlessly. The seductive lyrics will send you on a journey to the beautiful Spanish island of Ibiza. After hearing this album, I had to purchase The Nine Worlds, Achillea's previous album, and I can't wait to hear more!

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Awesome, great New Age!
Mesmerizing.........
Essential T.N.T. For The Brain
The "best" New Age album ever
Enigma 3: Le Roi Est Mort, Vive Le Roi

Enigma 3: Le Roi Est Mort, Vive Le Roi!
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ASIN: B000000WC1
Release Date: 1996-11-26

Tracks:

Le Roi Est Mort, Vive Le Roi!
Morphing Thru Time
Third Of It's Kind
Beyond The Invisible
Why! ...
Shadows In Silence
The Child In Us
T.N.T. For The Brain
Almost Full Moon
The Roundabout
Prism Of Life
Odyssey Of The Mind

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With Over 17 Million Albums Sold Worldwide, Enigma Returns with their Third Album featuring 12 New Lush and Moody Tracks.

Customer Reviews:

Awesome, great New Age!.......2007-07-06

I have to say, I downloaded "The Child in Us" on IMesh, and I fell in love of the whole aura the song portrayed. I bought the CD just for this song, but I fell in love of it all. Enigma is one of those artists who really makes music, and every touch, detail, and passion can be felt. The songs with lyrics, as well as those without each have a special meaning which transports you to someplace inside and make reflections. Even though some songs do not have lots and lots of lyrics, are brief but just right and DO HAVE A MEANING. Another point is that the music never stops from a song to the other, it is just a pleasant trip and the changes between songs are just well worked so each escence does not get lost or has an abrupt ending. Powerful "The Roundabout" and "Why...! bring an interesting mixture of soft and agressive vocals, maintaining the concept of new age music blends; meanwhile, soft and beautiful "Child in Us", "Prism of Life", and "Shadows in Silence" totally brings auras of peace and thought. New Age is the music of the future as many already have that concept in mind, and will possibly be. This is way better than most of the musical crap among popular music, and when I listen to each song here I am just transported to a NEW ERA, and forget about what is being heard outside =)

Mesmerizing................2007-04-17

To listen to Enigma is to
go out of your mind......
but in a good way.
Take the trip--
it's well worth it.
I highly recommend them to
one and to all.

Essential T.N.T. For The Brain.......2006-02-07

Aside from hearing someone else's copy of 'The Screen Behind The Mirror', 'Love Sensuality Devotion' was my first album by Enigma. However, my actual introduction was through the 'Sadness' single. At the time it was unlike anything I'd ever heard before and I was simply blown-away by the Gregorian chanting set amidst modern world grooves and infectiously seductive dance beats.

By no means is Enigma considered mainstream but I have heard them on the radio before. Just like Delerium, they'll never receive top 40 airplay but they're more well-known than B-Tribe or Sacred Spirit, for example, because of club-friendly remixes and the successful Pure Moods series which has caught the attention of some unlikely listeners.

Their greatest hits compilation came out just as I was trying to decide which record of theirs to start with, and it turned out to be the perfect preface before launching my intent to gather their entire catalogue of works. Since I had a good feeling about it, I finally made up my mind and bought their third release, 'Le Roi Est Mort, Vive Le Roi!' first and do not regret having done so. The eight new tracks (to me) that weren't included on LSD are absolutely breathtaking and I'm astounded by how well the CD holds up as a whole. It must have been a difficult process to hand select their so-called "best" songs because they're all so amazing! I thought I had the best of the best already but now I'm more determined than ever to someday own everything Enigma's produced. This album flows at a beautiful pace, and while the songs are hardly subtle, they're not quite as upbeat as some of their previous material. "Why! ..." is probably my favorite cut as Michael Cretu screams, in a non-abrasive kind of way, "I'm asking why!" atop a lush, moody soundscape. I also love "The Roundabout" which is very Deep Forest-esque, as well as some old favorites like "Beyond The Invisible" and "T.N.T. For The Brain". They're truly all gems, though, and this is definitely worth your time and money so don't just settle with their singles.

~Lady M. (previously known here as MoonGoddess)

The "best" New Age album ever.......2006-01-19

I was reading through some trashy reviews of some customers who don't know actually what is new age music. If you wish to get pure new age album I recommend this one because this would be the best you will have. This is the masterpiece of Enigma. I owned all 5 Enigma albums and my favourite one is this.

Cretu has used samples like Gregorian Chants, Celtic Chants in perfect way. The significant thing is all samples are based on the songs and not the songs are based on the samples. I saw in some reviews that the tracks like "Third of its kind","Oddessey of the mind" are just fillers. Thats not correct, those tracks are part of the whole story. Thats why we call this Enigma. Even the sleeve of this cd is greatly done. Definitely you will love this one. Dont afraid to buy this cd. Good Luck....!!!

Enigma 3: Le Roi Est Mort, Vive Le Roi.......2005-08-26

They did it again. I love their music. It makes me feel so relaxed. I play it driving to work and coming home, a good 40 min. drive, and this just makes the time fly. Keep them coming.

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