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Understood in any language, across any time zone, Global Communication tolls for the human spirit which knows no boundaries. As one of the most significant releases to cross the ambient currents of the 1990s, 76:14 places itself alongside benchmark electronic releases from Brian Eno, the Orb, and the Future Sound of London. These synth-dominated ventures allow the armchair traveller to indulge in atmospheric wanderings which suggest virtual galactic discovery. But often enough the textured beats keep things grounded to dissuade the listener from being lost in the void. Vocal samples from nine languages also remind us of the international and diplomatic intentions of this otherwise electro-instrumental album. Strap in and enjoy the lift-off for all mankind. --Lucas Hilber
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13 of 13 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
From the lovingly smooth sweeping pads of '4.02' to the long drawn out crystalline vocals of '12.18', '76.14' is an album that should be experienced as a whole.
If you are looking for a musical experience that will relax the body and put the mind at peace then whether you have the volume down and sleep or alternatively turn it up and lose yourself then this musical gala may be just what you have been looking for.
For anyone remotely interested in 'ambient' music '76.14' should certainly find a home on their shelf.
11 of 11 people found the following review helpful
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Another landmark in the Ambient era of 1993.This album simply is stunning.Nocturnal listening of the highest order with angelic soothing pads,ticking clocks,mutterings of different languages etc. The album opens like Close encounters' Opening credits,eerie,dissonant chords,heralding one of many nameless tracks(all tracks titled by their running times...GENIUS)Allowing the listener to make his/her own envisions of a truly better place 'No Matter where you are!'...A truly beautiful Aural painting..PRICELESS!
19 of 20 people found the following review helpful
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There's no words that can do justice to this record, you just have to hear it. Every time I listen to it I am simply transported to a different realm. Individual tracks stand out on their own, such as the famed second track (featuring a ticking grandfather clock), but listen through the whole record and you're off on a journey through your mind.
As far as ambient goes, this is the best record I have heard, and I'm not holding my breath for a better one to come along.
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Ambient bliss
A must for any electronic ambient enthusiast. Not dated at all either. Buy it - you will not be disappointed.
Published 9 months ago by James C
Great
We used to play 12:18 when my wife was pregnant, and now when we play it again for our daughter, she just chills right out. Its almost as if she remembers it from somewhere... Read more
Published on 7 Feb 2008 by A Parent
Wonderful
Let me put it this way. I bought the album yesterday, and I'm now buying another 4 copies for my friends!
It's wonderful.
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It's wonderful.
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Published on 13 Nov 2007 by Mr. C. LONCASTER
Scientists discover pure ambience in CD form SHOCKER
This is a fantastic album from the era when ambient was at its peak, rank this alongside works like The Orb's Adventures Beyond The Ultraworld, KLF's Chill Out. Read more
Published on 20 Nov 2003 by Simon J. Whight
Essential electronica
Having read much in terms of praise for 76.14 as a seminal release in the electronica/ambient genre I must admit to being just a tad disappointed. Read more
Published on 20 Oct 2003 by Mr. Paul D. Curtis
76.14 just hits the G spot
Martes by Murcof comes very close with its mix of classical instrements played in unorthodox way + layers of electronic blips and blobs but 76.14 is the best ambient album I own. Read more
Published on 19 Aug 2003 by Johan De-silva
best ambient album ever
This is it. Thé best ambient album ever. I worked in a cd-shop for several years and sometimes you got people asking about ambient music. I had one move to make. Read more
Published on 16 Jun 2003 by jan ducheyne
Monumental
Anyone with a remote interest in the electronic side of ambient music should own this remarkable piece of music. Read more
Published on 2 Jun 2003 by Iain Macdonald
A musical epiphany
Raised on a diet of hard-pulsing electronic music throughout the 80s, I have to confess that my musical horizon's were somewhat limited... Read more
Published on 9 Jan 2003 by "maffyland"
Classic ambient album
One of the most perfect ambient albums. Some tracks do have beats but most songs are carried along by the melody or bassline. Read more
Published on 1 Jun 2002 by Jay M
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