Optical Race

Tangerine Dream
Optical Race (1988)
Moderate 120 BPM
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Song DNA

Dynamic Range6/10
Sudden Changesmild
Texturelayered
Predictabilitymedium
Vocal Styleinstrumental
Notes: Layered electronic synths and motoric rhythms create a driving yet accessible soundscape with beguiling melodies; precise computer programming adds a sleek, mechanized feel without excessive harshness.

Misophonia Triggers

Mouth Soundsnone
Percussive Clicksmild
Breathing Soundsnone
Repetitive Micro-soundsmild

Optical Race is an instrumental electronic album featuring accessible melodies, strong hooks, and computer-programmed rhythms marking Tangerine Dream's shift to the Private Music label.

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Moods: dreamy, energetic, introspective

Traditions: berlin school, electronic

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