Various Artists

Artist: Various Artists
P: 2006
This is the nice collection of Ambientlive with new tracks by the listed artists.
 

Artist:
P: 2004
Live recording from the amazing AmbientLive 2K3 event at the Notting Hill Arts Club on 31 May 2003 where 4m33s and HyperEx Machina did alternate short sets in a continuous mix. 
There were two sections to the show, ambient and beaty. This release contains the best parts of both sets on one CD. The companion bonus CD contains more great stuff, including 
a huge ambient jam track. Free with every copy of 'Notting Hill' is the Bonus Album, containing one more live track, then the huge ambient jam done the following day in HyperEx Machina's studio, and finally an alternative version of the 4m33s classic 'Atomsphere'.

Artist: Tangerine Dream, John Serrie
Paul Speer, James Reynolds
P: 1995 / 2005 
Breathtaking photography. Track 1 is full of beautiful blue glacier ice accompanied by a rousing drum/synth track. Slow motion, aerial flyby, time-lapse photography, it's all there. Track 4 is particularly amazing, including a panning-time-lapse sequence.

We recommend this title, and it's not just background music. Grab a cup of coffee, turn down the lights, and turn up the volume.

Artist: John Dyson, Gert Emmens, F.D.Project,
Stephan Whitlan u.a.
P: 2009
LTD 500
8 Tracks, exclusive for this CD.

Artist: Various Artists
P: 2010
“Night Music” is the 5th volume in the essential “Best of Series” taken from the AD Music catalogue. The music has been carefully chosen to reflect mysterious journeys of discovery, so this compilation features emotionally inspired soundscapes of ambient space music that highlights the diversity the label has to offer. “Night Music” continues the depth and beauty you’ve come to expect from this excellent compilation series and it is sure to become your own personal soundtrack of the mind. Journey to new and uncharted worlds through the tranquil and ethereal soundscapes the artists create.
An astonishing voyage through beautiful and absorbing ambient space music soundscapes – an extraordinarily good collection.

Artist: Various Artists
P: 2010
"Walking with Angels" is the 4th volume in the essential "Best Of" series taken from the AD Music catalogue. It features emotionally inspired and gently rhythmic music of real depth and beauty that will take you on a spiritual journey to your innermost heart and soul through beautiful soundscapes created by some of the most gifted artists of the genre. Featuring superbly remastered and edited music from the extensive AD Music catalogue, this album will have broad appeal and will be of interest to existing fans already familiar with the catalogue. An album full of pure magic!
Revisit some of the classic melodic instrumental tracks released through AD Music over the years. The music has been remastered and edited to present a superb collection that is sure to have broad appeal and will be of interest to existing fans already familiar with the catalogue as well as newcomers interested in sampling our delights.

Artist: Various Artists
P: 2010
Volume 3 of the essential "Best Of" series from AD Music contains melodic and emotive music that will take you on a wonderful journey beyond paradise. This is deeply moving, gently rhythmic and inspirational instrumental music that manages to be vibrant, uplifting and tranquil. Featuring superbly remastered and edited music from some of the most respected and accomplished composers of the genre, this album will have broad appeal and will be of interest to existing fans already familiar with the catalogue. A truly beautiful album of pure quality and class.

Artist: Airsculpture, Mark Jenkins,
Picture Palace Music,Nattefrost
P: 2010
LTD 500
7  new tracks, exclusive for this CD.

Artist: O'Hearn, Pnder, Yanni, Jobson, Hwong
Goodman, Leo Kottke
P: 1986
Private Music was one of the earliest "New Age" labels (coming after Windham Hill and Narada), and of course Yanni was their "star" (he is represented on this album by two tracks: "Santorini," and "Nostalgia"), but they released a lot of other worthwhile music, and this early (1985-1986) album is a good selection.
Patrick O'Hearn also has two fine tracks: "Unusual Climate," and "Ancient Dreams." Other artists included are Lucia Hwong, Sanford Ponder, Leo Kottke, Eddie Jobson, and Jerry Goodman.
The album still makes for good listening, along with all of Private Music's other "Sampler" albums.

Artist: Various Artists
P: 2007
"Sacred Skies" continues our introduction to the artists on AD Music.
The CD is primarily a compilation of previously released tracks, (although there are 2 unreleased pieces) with a coherence defined by the label's vision and style. No ambient doodling here and no sugar sweet, new age wallpaper music either. "Sacred Skies" is an album of real power and emotion, a collection of rhythmic tracks highlighting the collective diversity to be found in the AD Music catalogue.
The album has a slightly darker edge than volume 1, with some ethnic influences. However, the infectious melodies, ambient textures, cinematic tones, dynamic soundscapes and powerful, strident themes remain. If you like music to be creative, to be different enough that it doesn't fall easily into a category, to have depth and purpose, then you should find the music we have to offer just what you're looking for.
Beginning with the previously unreleased 'The Plains' by Bekki Williams, in less symphonic mood, the piece reflects the increasing maturity of her music. One of the finest albums in AD's canon is Catalin Marin's 'First Breath' represented here by 'Nandana-Paradise in Indra', an ethnic tinged gem that would not sound out of place on the 'Bladerunner' soundtrack. The shimmering 'Iceberg', again echoing Vangelis at his most accessible, is equally impressive.
Robert Fox's illustrious backcatalogue is condensed to the superb 'Over Turquoise Seas' taken from his first Ad realease 'Asfafa' and the majestic 'Three Sisters'. Another previously unavailable track 'Sacred Skies' by David Wright is further incentive to buy this compilation. A slow burner, 'Sacred Skies' again reveals the lynchpin of AD Music in great form and bodes very well for his next solo album. The sublime 'Flame Sky' from 'Walking With Ghosts' and 'Taiga', an earlier favourite from 'Between Realities', does not disappoint.
'Jumping Air' from Raviv Gazit's underrated 'Shapeshifter' is the most rhythmic offering here. Code Indigo's, 'Call of the Earth', 'Fallen' and 'Code 11' remind us of the enduring quality of AD Music's supergroup. Callisto's 'Setisphere' has already become a classic from the debut release 'Signal to Stars.
Another AD favourite, Bekki Williams is further represented by 'Under The Same Sky' and 'Nightflier', both high quality offerings. Traditional cosmic synths appear on Enterphase's 'When the Morrow Breaks'. However, there is one AD music act, again criminally undervalued, that impresses here because it offers something different from the other artists. Witchcraft's 'Angel Dust' has ethereal vocals and 'Cathedral' from 'As I Hide' offers a subtley darker ambient vision of subdued menace.
All in all 'Sacred Skies' serves as a fine introduction to AD Music and an essential companion to Volume 1. First time purchasers may find that investigation of many of the source albums may be essential.