Across an Ocean of Dreams

2002

Product Details

• Audio CD (January 22, 2002)
• Original Release Date: January 22, 2002
• Number of Discs: 1
• Label: Real Music
• ASIN: B00005UF2F
• In-Print Editions: MP3 Download
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (21 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #50,151 in Music (See Bestsellers in Music)

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They reached their namesake year, but unlike Arthur C. Clarke's 2001: A Space Odyssey or George Orwell's 1984, the group 2002 never offered great expectations. Across an Ocean of Dreams sounds pretty much like their last several albums, which means lots of women's choirs oohing and aahing in celestial bliss, Enya-esque pizzicato strings, and meandering melodies. 2002 aspires to a quiet classical grandeur, but at a sluggish pace that makes Yanni sound as if he's on an adrenaline high. Wrapping you in faux-velvet gauze, they muffle the very air coming from your speakers. Late in the album, "Lady of the Moon" almost cuts through with a plaintive mix of acoustic and electric guitars, a bit of Renaissance recorder, and a breathy woman's chorus. But by then, you've been smothered to death. --John Diliberto

Product Description

What does the ocean dream? Glimpse into the depths of jeweled waters and the fantasia within. Surrender to the siren call. Come! Be transported under the waves, flowing with 2002's delicate strings, guitar, flute, keyboard and distant voices of angels of the deep. 2002 - Favorites on Billboard's New Age Chart for the past five years!

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Customer Reviews

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38 of 38 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The ultimate in New Age, February 28, 2002

By	Neal C. Reynolds (Indianapolis, Indiana) - See all my reviews (TOP 500 REVIEWER)    (REAL NAME)

Those who love the music of Enya and Secret Garden should check out 2002. There is a distinct difference in that there are no solo female voices, but rather ethereal voices combined with the instrumentation. The result is very evocative and somewhat sensual. This is music to dream by although, unlike one of the other reviewers, I didn't find it ideal for sleeping. Those who dismiss this music as bland and boring aren't tuned in to the levels of sound presented here. As such, it lends itself to deep listening for those who do enjoy new age. I echo the advice of the reviewer who in effect says if you don't like new age music, forget this CD. But if you enjoy pure musical sound, you may well treasure this as a favorite. It is great reflective music to enjoy alone, but as noted above, there is a sensual quality, for those completely tuned in, which makes it quite appropriate for sharing with a special other who also vibrates to this style of music.

36 of 36 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Ocean Indeed Dreams, March 18, 2002

By	Phoenix10k "GL" (Roseville, CA, USA) - See all my reviews

Ever been to the Monterey Bay Aquarium? You know the Kelp Forest exhibit? Have you sat and just watched the stalks of kelp dancing up and down lazily as the waves come in and roll out of their tank? That's what "Across an Ocean of Dreams" feels like. I've listened to many ocean-themed albums in my time, but this one nails that submerged effect that most of the others tend to lack.

Now, I know there's an overabundance of ocean and water themed new age albums out there, but let's face it, water is inspirational. Like humans, water can take many shapes and sizes and perform many different tasks by taking on new forms. Unlike humans, however, water flows carelessly wherever it is taken. Perhaps it is that humans long for such a carefree and flexible existence that it intrigues us so.

Amazon reviewer Diliberto should not be blamed for his reaction to the album. It has been a strong trend in New Age music of late to produce upbeat and inspirational music rather than gentle, meditative music. This is slowly becoming "the standard" for reviewers of the genre, and many tend to overlook the intention of other varieties of the genre.

Back to the album itself, it is my opinion that this is 2002's greatest to date. This album captures the relaxing mood often associated with underwater excursions in true 2002 fashion. I only hope that they will continue to produce music this emotional and gentle in years to come.

16 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars I LOVE THIS CD!!!, February 6, 2002

By	Fran (San Francisco, CA USA) - See all my reviews

I bought this album on a recommendation from a close friend. I was having one of those crazy, stressed out days and needed to escape reality for a while. I filled my bathtub, lit a bunch of candles, dumped in some aromatic bath salts and hauled my portable CD player into the bathroom, locking the door behind me. I put this CD on, layed back, closed my eyes and let the mood of the room take over. It was like heaven, the thing I needed most for myself. I felt like I was on a spa vacation! I can't believe how great this made me feel and for so little effort. The music made everything I was stressed about seem meaningless and actually inspired me to make some life changes this year. I'm looking forward to my next "getaway" and to trying other CDs from 2002. I will definitley recommend this CD to all of my friends!