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Track Listings
| 1. Ommadawn Part One |
| 2. Ommadawn Part One / On Horseback |
| 3. In Dulce Jubilo |
| 4. First Excursion |
| 5. Argiers |
| 6. Portsmouth |
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Originally released in November 1975, Ommadawn remains one of Oldfield’s favourite works. Recorded at his then home at Hergest Ridge, it again took the form of two lengthy suites of music, but with the addition of Irish and African influences. The album features folk legends Clodagh Simons and Paddy Moloney, as well as African drummers, Jabula. The album, with its new 2010 mix by Oldfield himself, also contains the original demo, thought lost and the perennial Christmas favourite, "In Dulce Jubilo".
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1975 album remastered 2010 Stereo Mix by Mike Oldfield, plus 4 BONUS tracks.
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12 of 12 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
In my opinion Ommadawn was by far the best Mike Oldfield album and this 2010 edition is even better than the original. I would have settled for just a clearer sound but this surpasses all my expectations. On a surround sound system it is spectacular and dynamic and all the electric guitar sections cut through beautifully. Even the section at the start of side 2 is more melodic and easier to understand compared to the original which received a lot of criticism at the time.
Overall, a brilliant revamp of a classic recording.
Overall, a brilliant revamp of a classic recording.
6 of 7 people found the following review helpful
Format:Vinyl
For those of you that bought the original 1975 vinyl issue of this timeless classic, you may have been disappointed by the state of the vinyl. Well, more than 25 years later, you have a chance to hear "Ommadawn" as it was meant to be heard. The vinyl is top-quality 180g virgin vinyl and plays impeccably with near-CD quality.
As for the album itself - what can I say? Mike Oldfield's most emotional and diverse work to date, fusing in an array of world music styles (African, Celtic and Greek amongst others) with his guitar work displaying an ability to relax, invigorate and keep you on the edge of your seat. The cathartic end of Side 1 is totally unbelievable - Mike's guitar stabbing its way through the African drums and celtic chants towards an explosive climax.
As for recommendations, I would suggest getting both this vinyl edition for collectability and a HDCD remaster for pure sound quality. Of course, if you like "Ommadawn", then any of Mike's works from 1973-79 come highly recommended.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
Always the best Mike Oldfield album but to hear this and how it dances as it unfurls and explodes out of the speakers it is jaw dropping in its clarity, attention to detail and 3 dimensional warmth of sound. A genius at the top of his form. What an amazing, moving and emotional piece of music lovingly restored and brought well into the 21st century to be a classic forever. Who would've thought perfection itself can even be added onto and improved? Really feels as if you are in the room as the music is being played and recorded. Ommadawn is a joy forever and such a masterpiece of music can barely be described in words, in fact why bother trying am away to listen to it again - loudly, it really is the best way to do it justice :)
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you need to be a Mike Oldfield fan
This album (CD disc), is a revamp for the previous release. The differece in sound quality is incredible. There has been subtle instrument changes as well. Read more
Published 10 days ago by Red Rose
slipping just a little...
Tubular Bells, then an excellent Hergest Ridge.... I am working my way chronologically through his work expecting at some stage to find the ideas and creativity running out. Read more
Published 10 days ago by Clipper 314
asdf
beautiful album updated to remove a lot of the hiss which was on the old version, although its remixed in places so it is the old album but different if you know what i mean, its... Read more
Published 5 months ago by pen
Awesome Album, Terrible Vinyl Pressing Quality
I have recently bought the new vinyl reissue of this album that was part of
Universal "Black to Black" series. Read more
Universal "Black to Black" series. Read more
Published 21 months ago by collector
Excellent update of a fantastic classic
Fantastic version for all MO fans with excellent mixes, a 'lost version' which puts Ommadawn in a completely new light (more pastoral and quirky/surreal with Viv Stanshall-like... Read more
Published 23 months ago by maccarena
Perfection
The original CD release was good but this is just amazing.
I thought it would be maybe a bit better so I didn't buy the full CD release and opted for the mp3 version at... Read more
I thought it would be maybe a bit better so I didn't buy the full CD release and opted for the mp3 version at... Read more
Published 23 months ago by S. Bruntlett
Great Album Duff 5.1 mix
One of Oldfield's best pieces without doubt.
Stereo mix is good and interesting with a new up to date sound
5. Read more
Stereo mix is good and interesting with a new up to date sound
5. Read more
Published 23 months ago by Mr. S. L. South
A True Classic Rock Album
My favourite Mike Oldield album just for that thumping rhythm that runs throughout. A true classic rock album. Read more
Published on 5 Dec 2009 by Paul Dean
Progressive, melodic and sentimental LP.
From all the Mike Oldfield albums, this is one of my favourites. It transmites a certain kind of diferent feelings and emotions, throughout the entire record. Read more
Published on 17 May 2001 by Joao Nogueira
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