Woob 1194

Woob 1194, released back in August 1994 on Em:t Records, remains a triumph of ambient music. Still sounding as fresh as it did when originally released it seamlessly mixes together world music, dub and a selection of vocal pieces into an otherworldly experience.

The opening 32 minute colossus entitled On Earth uses middle-eastern tinged vocals, haunting synths and a chilled out drum beat to create a mind expanding musical experience. If you're curious about ambient music, this piece of art by Paul Frankland is an excellent introduction to the genre.

The album was followed up by Woob 4495, a far more experimental album and a worthy addition but far from the masterpiece that is 1194.