Description
Brian Eno – Ambient #4: On Land – 180 Gram Vinyl Record
Ambient 4: On Land is an ambient music album by British musician and composer Brian Eno, released in 1982.
Ambient 4: On Land is the fourth installment in Brian Eno’s series of ambient music albums. The previous three albums are ‘Music for Airports’ (1978), ‘The Plateaux of Mirror’ (1980, with Harold Budd), and ‘Day of Radiance’ (1980, with Laraaji).
The album features ambient soundscapes and textures that evoke landscapes and environments. Eno’s intention with the ‘Ambient’ series was to create music that could enhance a particular atmosphere or blend seamlessly into the background of everyday life. While Eno is the primary creator of the album, he collaborated with several musicians, including Daniel Lanois, Bill Laswell, and Michael Brook, who contributed to the sonic textures and atmospheres.
Ambient 4: On Land is considered a significant work in the ambient music genre. Its influence can be heard in various forms of electronic and ambient music that followed in the decades after its release.
The album explores a diverse range of sounds, incorporating elements of natural sound, processed instrumentation, and electronic manipulation. It creates an immersive sonic experience that invites listeners to engage with the music on a deeper level.
Ambient 4: On Land received positive reviews from critics who appreciated its innovative approach to ambient music. It has since become a classic in the genre and is often cited as one of Eno’s most influential works.
Eno’s Ambient series, including On Land, has had a lasting impact on ambient and experimental music, contributing to the development of soundscapes that transcend traditional genre boundaries.
Remastered & Pressed on 180g vinyl. Includes download voucher.
Brand New, never played and still in the factory plastic
Track Listing
Lizard Point
The Lost Day
Tal Coat
Shadow
Lantern Marsh
Unfamiliar Wind
A Clearing
Dunwich Beach, Autumn, 1960
