Ambient Archive: Ambient House

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Unwind with the forgotten sound that chilled out a generation. Dive into Ambient House: the music that wasn't about the beat, but the space between the beats.

This video explores the rise and fall of chill-out rooms, the birth of ambient house in the London club scene, and the artists who pushed electronic music towards introspection.

Discover:

* The secret origins of ambient house in Brian Eno's experimental soundscapes.
- Before the dancefloors were filled with pulsating beats, Brian Eno was crafting ambient music that existed in the background, enhancing rather than overtaking. His groundbreaking album "Music for Airports" laid the foundation for the genre that would later become a cornerstone of the club scene.

* How The Orb and The KLF transformed raves into sonic journeys.
- While The KLF were known for their energetic acid house tracks, they also ventured into the realm of ambient house with their groundbreaking album "Chill Out." This album, featuring train sounds, stray radio frequencies, and slow blues guitar loops, introduced a new level of tranquility to the rave scene. The Orb, another influential duo, continued to explore the cosmic depths of ambient house with their groundbreaking albums like "Adventures Beyond the Ultraworld."

* The icy soundscapes of Biosphere and the meditative minimalism of Moby.
- Geir Jenssen, under the moniker Biosphere, brought ambient house to the Arctic with his albums like "Microgravity" and "Substrata." His tracks, featuring sparse beats and icy soundscapes, transported listeners to a place where stillness was the point. Moby, known for his mainstream success, also had a deep connection to ambient house. His early album "Ambient" showcased his ability to create quiet, meditative soundscapes that provided a much-needed escape from the chaos of everyday life.

* Why chill-out rooms disappeared (and where the legacy lives on).
- The chill-out room, a haven within the club scene where ravers could relax and recharge, eventually faded away due to factors such as the smoking ban, rising costs, and the shift towards faster, harder sounds. However, the legacy of ambient house lives on in modern music, influencing genres like downtempo, glitchy techno, and chillwave. It continues to be a valuable tool for relaxation and introspection, providing a much-needed escape from the noise and chaos of the world.

Looking for a break from the noise? Press play and let ambient house wash over you.

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Bonus: Check out our blog for a deeper dive into the world of ambient house, including more artists, sounds, and the stories behind the scene!