Across an Ocean of Dreams | 
| Artist: 2002
Label: Real Music
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Rating:  20 reviews
Sales Rank: 30055
Media: Audio CD
Discs: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2
Dimensions (in): 5.6 x 5 x 0.5
MPN: 868803
UPC: 046286880325
EAN: 0046286880325
ASIN: B00005UF2F
Release Date: January 22, 2002
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| Tracks:
| • | The Ocean Dreams | | • | The Sound Of Still Water | | • | The Sea At Night | | • | Valley Of Healing Waters | | • | The River's Journey | | • | Oceans Of Life | | • | Well Of Wisdom | | • | Lady Of The Moon | | • | Nautilus | | • | Heart Of The Nile |
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Amazon.com
They reached their namesake year, but unlike Arthur C. Clarke's 2001: A Space Odyssey or George Orwell's 1984, the group 2002 never offered great expectations. Across an Ocean of Dreams sounds pretty much like their last several albums, which means lots of women's choirs oohing and aahing in celestial bliss, Enya-esque pizzicato strings, and meandering melodies. 2002 aspires to a quiet classical grandeur, but at a sluggish pace that makes Yanni sound as if he's on an adrenaline high. Wrapping you in faux-velvet gauze, they muffle the very air coming from your speakers. Late in the album, "Lady of the Moon" almost cuts through with a plaintive mix of acoustic and electric guitars, a bit of Renaissance recorder, and a breathy woman's chorus. But by then, you've been smothered to death. --John Diliberto
Album Description
What does the ocean dream? Glimpse into the depths of jeweled waters and the fantasia within. Surrender to the siren call. Come! Be transported under the waves, flowing with 2002's delicate strings, guitar, flute, keyboard and distant voices of angels of the deep. 2002 - Favorites on Billboard's New Age Chart for the past five years!
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| Customer Reviews: Read 15 more reviews...
The ultimate in New Age March 1, 2002
Neal C. Reynolds (Indianapolis, Indiana)
41 out of 41 found this review helpful
Those who love the music of Enya and Secret Garden should check out 2002. There is a distinct difference in that there are no solo female voices, but rather ethereal voices combined with the instrumentation. The result is very evocative and somewhat sensual. This is music to dream by although, unlike one of the other reviewers, I didn't find it ideal for sleeping. Those who dismiss this music as bland and boring aren't tuned in to the levels of sound presented here. As such, it lends itself to deep listening for those who do enjoy new age. I echo the advice of the reviewer who in effect says if you don't like new age music, forget this CD. But if you enjoy pure musical sound, you may well treasure this as a favorite. It is great reflective music to enjoy alone, but as noted above, there is a sensual quality, for those completely tuned in, which makes it quite appropriate for sharing with a special other who also vibrates to this style of music.
The Ocean Indeed Dreams March 19, 2002
Phoenix10k (Roseville, CA, USA)
32 out of 32 found this review helpful
Ever been to the Monterey Bay Aquarium? You know the Kelp Forest exhibit? Have you sat and just watched the stalks of kelp dancing up and down lazily as the waves come in and roll out of their tank? That's what "Across an Ocean of Dreams" feels like. I've listened to many ocean-themed albums in my time, but this one nails that submerged effect that most of the others tend to lack.Now, I know there's an overabundance of ocean and water themed new age albums out there, but let's face it, water is inspirational. Like humans, water can take many shapes and sizes and perform many different tasks by taking on new forms. Unlike humans, however, water flows carelessly wherever it is taken. Perhaps it is that humans long for such a carefree and flexible existence that it intrigues us so. Amazon reviewer Diliberto should not be blamed for his reaction to the album. It has been a strong trend in New Age music of late to produce upbeat and inspirational music rather than gentle, meditative music. This is slowly becoming "the standard" for reviewers of the genre, and many tend to overlook the intention of other varieties of the genre. Back to the album itself, it is my opinion that this is 2002's greatest to date. This album captures the relaxing mood often associated with underwater excursions in true 2002 fashion. I only hope that they will continue to produce music this emotional and gentle in years to come.
2002 finds that perfect balance point January 28, 2002
13 out of 17 found this review helpful
"Filling the space that Enya has left as yet unexplored, this pastoral music expresses longing and fulfillment through its themes of familiar places and feelings. The 2002 duo, Pamela and Randy Copus, use plaintive harps, gently intricate guitars, joyous flutes and an array of keyboard sounds to build visual images of the sun shimmering on lakes and sensations of romantic memories which lightly touch down in peaceful ways. A myriad of aquatic images wash over you in ways that are healing, reminiscent of the joy and poignancy of lost love, times gone by, and tenderness yet to come. This is music that caresses and invites the listener. Recurring themes appear and fade throughout, with a flowing, lilting feel that draws the listener in further with each track, patiently building melodies and motifs of quiet celebration. Swirling rainbows, in a delicate harmony of color and movement, fashion crystal clear images of lush, idyllic lands. And underneath it all, there is a masterful weaving of gentle-hearted, infinitely patient instrumentation, with the occasional use of distant angelic voices which add embellishments throughout the luminous, eloquent tapestries. 2002 finds that perfect balance point where contemporary and healing music join as one. This is perfect music for tender times, for those moments when the heart wishes to open."
I LOVE THIS CD!!! February 7, 2002
Fran (San Francisco, CA USA)
13 out of 13 found this review helpful
I bought this album on a recommendation from a close friend. I was having one of those crazy, stressed out days and needed to escape reality for a while. I filled my bathtub, lit a bunch of candles, dumped in some aromatic bath salts and hauled my portable CD player into the bathroom, locking the door behind me. I put this CD on, layed back, closed my eyes and let the mood of the room take over. It was like heaven, the thing I needed most for myself. I felt like I was on a spa vacation! I can't believe how great this made me feel and for so little effort. The music made everything I was stressed about seem meaningless and actually inspired me to make some life changes this year. I'm looking forward to my next "getaway" and to trying other CDs from 2002. I will definitley recommend this CD to all of my friends!
Perfect music to sleep by. August 24, 2002
Dale Husband (Fort Worth, Texas, United States)
13 out of 14 found this review helpful
Let me start with a warning to anyone who wishes to buy this album: DO NOT PUT THIS INTO YOUR CAR'S CD PLAYER WHILE YOU ARE DRIVING. The music is so soothing and soft that it might cause you to doze off! Seriously, this album is perfect for those who want to put themselves to sleep in an atmosphere of love and gentleness. Perhaps the most impressive thing about it is that 2002 did not use any nature recordings; all sounds are by musical instruments and wordless vocals, which makes the imagery linked to the ocean even more astonishing. I wish more new age artists would do that. Now that the year 2002 have come, this album by the duo 2002 seems like their masterpiece. I cannot imagine how they could ever top this!
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