album · November 24, 1978
Incantations
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prog rocknew wavesynth-pop
"Incantations," Oldfield's fourth studio album, represents a deliberate return to the extended-form, ambient-influenced progressive rock of his debut, "Tubular Bells." The double-album utilized a chorus for the first time, adding a new layer to his intricate sonic tapestries.
- The album reached number 13 on the UK Albums Chart.
- The original vinyl release was a gatefold LP designed by Des Higham and Terry O'Neill.
- "Incantations (Pt. 1)" was released as a single, reaching number 13 in the UK charts.
Mike Oldfield is a composer and multi-instrumentalist, best known for his fusion of progressive rock and electronic music. In 1978, he stood at a crossroads between the grand, expansive soundscapes of his earlier work and the more concise, pop-oriented structures that would define his later career.
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