Evermind

Amethystium | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (October 5, 2004)
• Number of Discs: 1
• Label: Neurodisc/Fontana
• ASIN: B0002Y4T60
• In-Print Editions: Audio CD
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (28 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #235,204 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

Track Listings

1. Arcus

2. Into the Twilight

3. Shadowlands

4. Break of Dawn

5. Innocence

6. Satori

7. Barefoot

8. Reverie

9. Lost

10. Fable

11. Imaginatio

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

15 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Least Accessible, most introspective - a perfect ending, October 11, 2004

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Beau (St. Louis, MO USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Evermind (Audio CD)

I love all of the amethystium CD's with a passion. No music i have ever heard has been able to top that of Oystein Ramfjord. His ability to mix sounds into a whirling musical stream of melody is a wonder to behold.

I was a bit surprised at my first listen to this CD. Unlike the other 2 releases, this one is slower, and seems to be deeper- looking within almost. Unlike the inviting ride of "Opaque" or the transcendent melody of "Shadow to Light", these songs seem light on the keyboard and heavy on the atmospheres. However, within this seemingly different style, there also exists a mystical quality, a more subtle side, that seems to give this album great meaning.

I believe the best track on here is "imaginatio". The wailing electric guitar seems to shake with raw energy, while the melody and atmosphere carry the listener far away. I can think of no better way than this song to end 3 CD's of musical genius.

I can't suggest this album as a first buy for amethystium. However, this CD is essential to the series. And I hope that Ramfjord continues to produce music in the future.

10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars For The Electronic New Age Fan, January 20, 2006

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Cathryn Lariviere (New York City) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Evermind (Audio CD)

Oh, Wow!
This is a cd that will be liked by all who enjoy Enigma, Mehdi, Adiemus, Delerium, Mythos or even Robert Miles. It is the very essence of good electronic new age. So tranquil, yet so spirited (and interesting coverart!), this cd is a refreshing break from my well-worn collection, I just keep wanting to listen to it over and over again. I am amazed!
It reminds me somewhat of Enigma, but still very unique. This is music to the soul. Absolutely relaxing, as well.

ALSO RECOMMENDED: Mehdi ~ Instrumental Series 1-7 ..A True Gem...Samples are at SoothingMusic,Com...Just go Listen.

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Remarkable return!, March 24, 2005

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Distant Voyageur "Nicholas Computer" (Io) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Evermind (Audio CD)

The Norwegian musician outdoes himself once again! "Evermind" is another artistic leap forward from his previous two albums in one major way. Where as the former two often copied drum loops from other peoples songs, "Evermind" limits doing this and as a result the album overall is a lot more original in sound.

"Arcus" begins with a crackling sound effect and becomes a beautiful, heavenly track with a beautiful blend of mid-tempo beats and beautiful female vocal effects. In a sense, this reminds me of Paul Scharz's "State of Grace" song.