Edgar Froese, a fine art aficionado, founded the German collective Tangerine Dream in 1967, marking the beginning of a three-decade-long journey that would leave an indelible mark on the world of ambient music. The group's inaugural album, "Electronic Meditation", was released in 1970, and it was the starting point for a unique brand of space-rock that would come to define their sound.
Tangerine Dream's music is characterized by its use of electronic instruments such as synthesizers and the Mellotron, combined with traditional instruments like rock guitar and blues harmonica. This blend of sounds has been a key factor in their ability to create a distinctive sonic landscape that has influenced countless electronic musicians.
One of the most notable aspects of Tangerine Dream's career is their work in film composition. Their score for William Friedkin's "Sorcerer" in 1977 was the beginning of a long and successful collaboration with various film directors, including Michael Mann, Ridley Scott, Kathryn Bigelow, and Tom Cruise. The group's film credits include "Thief" (1981),"The Keep" (1983),"Legend" (1985),"Near Dark" (1987),and "Risky Business" (1983).
Throughout the 1990s, Tangerine Dream continued to be as active as ever, releasing as many as five albums a year, including remastered versions of their early material.
