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| Description: | Two Sides: The Very Best Of Mike Oldfield by Mike Oldfield, released 26 July 2012, includes the following tracks: "Crises", "Amarok 1", "Tubular Bells Ii - Sentinel", "Ascension" and more.
This version of Two Sides: The Very Best Of Mike Oldfield comes as a 2xCD. - THE VERY BEST OF2012 two CD collection from the British guitarist. The music of Mike Oldfield is some of the most spiritual, ethereal, reflective and sensual in rock, and above all, incomparable: it's no wonder he is a true British icon. Two Sides is a career retrospective, personally compiled and sequenced by Mike himself. The self-taught multi-instrumentalist, producer and composer has worked throughout his career across a staggering variety of music styles: From Folk and Progressive Rock to Jazz, Electronic, Ambient, New Age, World, Pop and even Disco. So it is fitting that a broad palette of his work is reflected here. On Disc One, he takes US on a musical journey through his more esoteric, experimental side, and on Disc Two you'll find his best loved tracks and hit singles.Comes in clear double-CD case with 6 page booklet.
Comes with a sticker on the front of the double-CD case: COMPILED BY MIKE OLDFIELD CONTAINS LINK TO FREE BONUS CONTENT 533 918 2
Comes with an extra double-sided inlay, front is the same as the cover, back side:
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Due to the end of the offer period the bonus content isn't available anymore."Two Sides: The Very Best Of Mike Oldfield" on CD is an extensive career-spanning compilation that presents the musical world of Mike Oldfield in two complementary parts. The first disc focuses on his visionary, mostly instrumental works and long-form compositions, highlighting his pioneering role in progressive and art rock. Here you experience the atmospheric soundscapes, complex arrangements and melodic themes that made albums like "Tubular Bells" legendary and established Oldfield as one of the most innovative figures in modern music. The second disc brings together his more accessible, song-oriented side, with carefully selected tracks that underline his talent for memorable melodies, emotional moods and refined pop craftsmanship. This two-sided concept creates an ideal introduction for newcomers while offering long-time fans a coherent overview of key moments in his discography, with a sound image that allows the detailed production and characteristic guitar work to shine.
Mike Oldfield is a British multi-instrumentalist and composer who rose to fame in the early 1970s with "Tubular Bells", a groundbreaking work that became an international success and is widely regarded as a milestone of progressive music. Over the decades he has released numerous acclaimed albums and hits that blend rock, folk, ambient and classical influences, securing him a firm place in music history. His ability to play many instruments himself and to construct rich, layered compositions has earned him both critical respect and a loyal worldwide fan base. This compilation underlines these achievements by juxtaposing his experimental, instrumental epics with his more concise, radio-friendly songs and collaborations.
The CD is released by Mercury, a traditional label known for a broad catalogue of rock, pop and crossover artists and for high production standards. Mercury has long been associated with carefully curated releases and reissues that respect the original recordings while offering listeners a high-quality listening experience. With "Two Sides: The Very Best Of Mike Oldfield", the label once again emphasizes a clear track selection and a presentation aimed at both collectors and new listeners, placing special value on sound quality and a coherent compilation concept that does justice to Mike Oldfield's long career.
This edition is particularly suitable for listeners who want a compact but rich overview of Mike Oldfield's work on a single release. The "two sides" structure invites discovery: from expansive, cinematic instrumental passages that reward focused listening, to melodic songs that work immediately and emotionally. Whether you are rediscovering Oldfield's music or encountering it for the first time, this CD offers an accessible, well-balanced journey through the most important phases of his oeuvre, presented with the care and experience that are characteristic of Mercury's best catalogue releases. |
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5339182 |
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- Asia Pop 9.577- Austro Pop 226- Brit Pop 280- Dutch Pop 9- Euro Pop 50- French Pop 660- Indie Pop/Lo Fi 22- Italo Pop 318- Latin Pop 7.118- MiddleoftheRoad 2.880- Oldies 59- Other Pop 325.151- Party 43- Synthi Pop 302- The 60s 311
