Eismeer (album)

Eismeer is a studio album by the German electronic music band Tangerine Dream, released in 1981. It is considered a concept album with themes of exploration, isolation, and the arctic environment.

The album is notable for its distinct two-part structure, with each side of the original vinyl record featuring one long-form track. Side one, titled "Eismeer," evokes the vastness and desolation of a frozen sea. Side two, titled "Streets of Everywhere," offers a contrasting sonic landscape, though still maintaining an underlying sense of melancholy and distance.

Musically, Eismeer continues Tangerine Dream's exploration of sequenced synthesizer textures, atmospheric soundscapes, and evolving melodic phrases. The album marked a transitional period for the band, leaning towards a more melodic and accessible sound than some of their earlier, more abstract works. The use of layered synthesizers and evolving rhythmic patterns creates a hypnotic and immersive listening experience.

Eismeer is often cited as one of Tangerine Dream's most influential and well-regarded albums from their Virgin Records era.