Edgar Froese
is a great musician and a shrewd businessman. Realizing that he and his associates would need money to fund the progress of
Tangerine Dream
, he took advantage of both of those qualities and launched his solo career while
was still in their infancy. That solo career has contributed many gems and classics to the e-music community.
Ages
is one of those classics. This album has all of
Froese
's virtuosity and something that his listeners rarely hear -- a sense of humor.
does not show that side of himself to his listeners very often, so it is a treat. Putting that positive energy into play does much for this album; it makes it a classic. This CD will appeal to fans of
Paul Ellis
,
Ian Boddy
Ron Boots
, and
Mark Dwane
. It is an e-music essential. ~ Jim Brenholts