East West

by Richard Pinhas

East West cover art
  • Type: Album
  • Released: 1980
  • Label: Pulse
  • Country: France
  • Length: 38:15
  • Community rating: 3.81/5 from 3 ratings

Album Notes & Community Reviews

French electronic pioneer and former Heldon frontman Richard Pinhas heavily utilized the Moog modular synthesizer to craft the cold, mechanical soundscapes of 'East West'. Incorporating driving sequencer patterns and sci-fi themes, the album stands out as a visionary bridge between the Berlin School's cosmic explorations and the aggressive, guitar-laden edge of experimental rock.

Genres

Descriptors: instrumental, electronic, synth, guitars, minimal

Tracklist

  1. Houston 69 : The Crash Landing (Part 1) (5:38)
  2. Sense Of Doubt (3:10)
  3. Kyoto Number 3 (3:00)
  4. La Ville Sans Nom (3:55)
  5. Ruitor (3:55)
  6. West Side (3:37)
  7. Beautiful May (7:18)
  8. The Whale Dance (3:12)
  9. Houston 69 (Part 2) (4:30)

Credits

  • Philippe Druillet - sleeve, illustration
  • Norman Spinrad - written-by
  • David Bowie - written-by
  • Georges Gr眉nblatt - arranged by
  • Patrick Gauthier - arranged by

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