Oldfield's Ommadawn & Hergest Ridge 5.1 remastered

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Hi guys

Although these titles arent on Esoteric (would be nice) Mark has worked with Mike Oldfield on these special editions of these two classic titles and I have added here as I know some will be interested. I had never actually heard Ommadawn before but its become a real favourite, I find the "on Horseback" part strangely addictive.

The official press release below

Mike Oldfield
Hergest Ridge
Ommadawn
Mercury June 14th 2010

After the success of TUBULAR BELLS and THE MIKE OLDFIELD COLLECTION in 2009, Mercury are delighted to announce that Mike Oldfield’s reissue programme continues with two stunning 2010 mixes of two of his best-loved works, HERGEST RIDGE and OMMADAWN to be released on June 14th  2010.

Hergest Ridge and Ommadawn have been mixed, approved and authorised by Mike Oldfield himself. Both albums are released in a Single Disc Edition, A Deluxe Edition (a 2 Disc plus DVD set),  in digital form and as A Back to Black vinyl version.  A Limited Signed Framed print edition which is only available through mikeoldfieldofficial.com.

Originally released in 1974, Hergest Ridge was the follow-up to 1973’s groundbreaking debut, Tubular Bells. It gave Oldfield his first UK No.1 album, and was actually knocked off the UK top spot by Tubular Bells itself. It is another lengthy suite, reflecting the glory of the countryside Oldfield had secluded himself in following his early global success. Hergest Ridge is on the English-Welsh border near the town of Kington. A stunning new 2010 mix highlights the nuances of the work. Also found in research for the album was Oldfield’s original demos, never before heard.

Also noteworthy is the album’s new cover. Oldfield was never happy with the album’s original fish-eyed lens picture of his glider on the top of Hergest Ridge. Armed with the brief of a redesign, Oldfield’s team struck upon the idea of using a Google Earth image of Ridge itself, and the surrounding countryside. It forever links the area and the music – further enhanced by the album’s booklet, Walking The Hergest Ridge – A Guide To Rambling and the Story Behind The Music It Inspired.

Originally released in November 1975, Ommadawn, remains one of Oldfield’s favourite works. Recorded at his then home at Hergest Ridge, it again took the form of two lengthy suites of music, but here there are added Irish and African influences. Oldfield looked towards composition on traditional instruments; It is affecting music that acted as a precursor to the new age musical movement. Featuring folk legends Clodagh Simons and Paddy Moloney as well as African drummers, Jabula, Ommadawn is a work of great beauty, and like Hergest Ridge before it, established the fact that there was much more to Mike Oldfield than Tubular Bells. The album, with its new 2010 mix by Oldfield himself, also contains the original demo, thought lost and the perennial Christmas favourite, In Dulce Jubilo.

Each DVD features 5.1 surround sound mixes by Oldfield. Ommadawn adds the original promo videos for In Dulci Jubilo and
Portsmouth.

HERGEST RIDGE
Single Disc Edition
Hergest Ridge (Part One) 2010 Stereo Mix by Mike Oldfield*
Hergest Ridge (Part Two) 2010 Stereo Mix by Mike Oldfield*
In Dulci Jubilo (for Maureen)
Spanish Tune

Deluxe Edition 060075326754 (7)
CD ONE:
Hergest Ridge (Part One) 2010 Stereo Mix by Mike Oldfield*
Hergest Ridge (Part Two) 2010 Stereo Mix by Mike Oldfield*
In Dulci Jubilo (for Maureen) 
Spanish Tune 
CD TWO:
Hergest Ridge (Part One) 1974 Stereo Mix
Hergest Ridge (Part Two) 1974 Stereo Mix
Hergest Ridge (1974 Demo Part One) *
Hergest Ridge (1974 Demo Part Two) *
DVD:
Hergest Ridge (Part One) 2010 5.1 Stereo Mix by Mike Oldfield*
Hergest Ridge (Part Two) 2010 5.1 Stereo Mix by Mike Oldfield*

Back To Black Edition Vinyl Edition:
Hergest Ridge (Part One) 1974 Stereo Mix
Hergest Ridge (Part Two) 1974 Stereo Mix

Limited Signed, Framed print edition (Available through mikeoldfieldofficial.com) 
DELUXE EDITION CD/DVD SET AND BACK TO BLACK VINYL WITH NUMBERED FRAMED PRINT OF COVER ART WORK, SIGNED BY MIKE OLDFIELD – STRICTLY LIMITED TO 250 WORLDWIDE

Digital Edition
Hergest Ridge (Part One) 2010 Stereo Mix by Mike Oldfield*
Hergest Ridge (Part Two) 2010 Stereo Mix by Mike Oldfield*
Hergest Ridge (Part One) 1974 Stereo Mix
Hergest Ridge (Part Two) 1974 Stereo Mix
Hergest Ridge (1974 Demo Part One) *
Hergest Ridge (1974 Demo Part Two) *

OMMADAWN 
Single Disc Edition: 
Ommadawn (Part One) 2010 Stereo Mix by Mike Oldfield*
Ommadawn (Part Two)/On Horseback 2010 Stereo Mix by Mike Oldfield*

Deluxe Edition: 060075326761 (5)

CD ONE:
Ommadawn (Part One) 2010 Stereo Mix by Mike Oldfield*
Ommadawn (Part Two)/On Horseback 2010 Stereo Mix by Mike Oldfield*
In Dulce Jubilo
First Excursion
Argiers
Portsmouth

CD TWO:
Ommadawn Part One 1975 Stereo Mix 
Ommadawn (Part Two)/On Horseback 1975 Stereo Mix 
Ommadawn (Lost Version) 1975 Demo*

DVD:
Ommadawn (Part One) 2010 5.1 Stereo Mix by Mike Oldfield*
Ommadawn (Part Two)/On Horseback 2010 5.1 Stereo Mix by Mike Oldfield*
In Dulci Jubilo
Portsmouth

Back To Black Vinyl Edition: 

Ommadawn Part One 1975 Stereo Mix 
Ommadawn (Part Two)/On Horseback 1975 Stereo Mix 

Limited Signed, Framed print edition (Available through mikeoldfieldofficial.com) 

DELUXE EDITION CD/DVD SET AND BACK TO BLACK VINYL WITH NUMBERED FRAMED PRINT OF COVER ART WORK, SIGNED BY MIKE OLDFIELD – STRICTLY LIMITED TO 250 WORLDWIDE

Digital Edition: 
Ommadawn (Part One) 2010 Stereo Mix by Mike Oldfield*
Ommadawn (Part Two)/On Horseback 2010 Stereo Mix by Mike Oldfield*
In Dulce Jubilo
First Excursion
Argiers
Portsmouth
Ommadawn Part One 1975 Stereo Mix 
Ommadawn (Part Two)/On Horseback 1975 Stereo Mix 
Ommadawn (Lost Version) 1975 Demo*

Edited by esotericarts - April 26 2010 at 10:53

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esotericarts Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Reviewer page Forum Groupie Joined: October 31 2007 Location: United Kingdom Status: Offline Points: 94	Topic: Oldfield's Ommadawn & Hergest Ridge 5.1 remastered Posted: April 26 2010 at 09:40
	Hi guys Although these titles arent on Esoteric (would be nice) Mark has worked with Mike Oldfield on these special editions of these two classic titles and I have added here as I know some will be interested. I had never actually heard Ommadawn before but its become a real favourite, I find the "on Horseback" part strangely addictive. The official press release below Mike Oldfield Hergest Ridge Ommadawn Mercury June 14th 2010 After the success of TUBULAR BELLS and THE MIKE OLDFIELD COLLECTION in 2009, Mercury are delighted to announce that Mike Oldfield’s reissue programme continues with two stunning 2010 mixes of two of his best-loved works, HERGEST RIDGE and OMMADAWN to be released on June 14th 2010. Hergest Ridge and Ommadawn have been mixed, approved and authorised by Mike Oldfield himself. Both albums are released in a Single Disc Edition, A Deluxe Edition (a 2 Disc plus DVD set), in digital form and as A Back to Black vinyl version. A Limited Signed Framed print edition which is only available through mikeoldfieldofficial.com. Originally released in 1974, Hergest Ridge was the follow-up to 1973’s groundbreaking debut, Tubular Bells. It gave Oldfield his first UK No.1 album, and was actually knocked off the UK top spot by Tubular Bells itself. It is another lengthy suite, reflecting the glory of the countryside Oldfield had secluded himself in following his early global success. Hergest Ridge is on the English-Welsh border near the town of Kington. A stunning new 2010 mix highlights the nuances of the work. Also found in research for the album was Oldfield’s original demos, never before heard. Also noteworthy is the album’s new cover. Oldfield was never happy with the album’s original fish-eyed lens picture of his glider on the top of Hergest Ridge. Armed with the brief of a redesign, Oldfield’s team struck upon the idea of using a Google Earth image of Ridge itself, and the surrounding countryside. It forever links the area and the music – further enhanced by the album’s booklet, Walking The Hergest Ridge – A Guide To Rambling and the Story Behind The Music It Inspired. Originally released in November 1975, Ommadawn, remains one of Oldfield’s favourite works. Recorded at his then home at Hergest Ridge, it again took the form of two lengthy suites of music, but here there are added Irish and African influences. Oldfield looked towards composition on traditional instruments; It is affecting music that acted as a precursor to the new age musical movement. Featuring folk legends Clodagh Simons and Paddy Moloney as well as African drummers, Jabula, Ommadawn is a work of great beauty, and like Hergest Ridge before it, established the fact that there was much more to Mike Oldfield than Tubular Bells. The album, with its new 2010 mix by Oldfield himself, also contains the original demo, thought lost and the perennial Christmas favourite, In Dulce Jubilo. Each DVD features 5.1 surround sound mixes by Oldfield. Ommadawn adds the original promo videos for In Dulci Jubilo and Portsmouth. HERGEST RIDGE Single Disc Edition Hergest Ridge (Part One) 2010 Stereo Mix by Mike Oldfield* Hergest Ridge (Part Two) 2010 Stereo Mix by Mike Oldfield* In Dulci Jubilo (for Maureen) Spanish Tune Deluxe Edition 060075326754 (7) CD ONE: Hergest Ridge (Part One) 2010 Stereo Mix by Mike Oldfield* Hergest Ridge (Part Two) 2010 Stereo Mix by Mike Oldfield* In Dulci Jubilo (for Maureen) Spanish Tune CD TWO: Hergest Ridge (Part One) 1974 Stereo Mix Hergest Ridge (Part Two) 1974 Stereo Mix Hergest Ridge (1974 Demo Part One) * Hergest Ridge (1974 Demo Part Two) * DVD: Hergest Ridge (Part One) 2010 5.1 Stereo Mix by Mike Oldfield* Hergest Ridge (Part Two) 2010 5.1 Stereo Mix by Mike Oldfield* Back To Black Edition Vinyl Edition: Hergest Ridge (Part One) 1974 Stereo Mix Hergest Ridge (Part Two) 1974 Stereo Mix Limited Signed, Framed print edition (Available through mikeoldfieldofficial.com) DELUXE EDITION CD/DVD SET AND BACK TO BLACK VINYL WITH NUMBERED FRAMED PRINT OF COVER ART WORK, SIGNED BY MIKE OLDFIELD – STRICTLY LIMITED TO 250 WORLDWIDE Digital Edition Hergest Ridge (Part One) 2010 Stereo Mix by Mike Oldfield* Hergest Ridge (Part Two) 2010 Stereo Mix by Mike Oldfield* Hergest Ridge (Part One) 1974 Stereo Mix Hergest Ridge (Part Two) 1974 Stereo Mix Hergest Ridge (1974 Demo Part One) * Hergest Ridge (1974 Demo Part Two) * OMMADAWN Single Disc Edition: Ommadawn (Part One) 2010 Stereo Mix by Mike Oldfield* Ommadawn (Part Two)/On Horseback 2010 Stereo Mix by Mike Oldfield* Deluxe Edition: 060075326761 (5) CD ONE: Ommadawn (Part One) 2010 Stereo Mix by Mike Oldfield* Ommadawn (Part Two)/On Horseback 2010 Stereo Mix by Mike Oldfield* In Dulce Jubilo First Excursion Argiers Portsmouth CD TWO: Ommadawn Part One 1975 Stereo Mix Ommadawn (Part Two)/On Horseback 1975 Stereo Mix Ommadawn (Lost Version) 1975 Demo* DVD: Ommadawn (Part One) 2010 5.1 Stereo Mix by Mike Oldfield* Ommadawn (Part Two)/On Horseback 2010 5.1 Stereo Mix by Mike Oldfield* In Dulci Jubilo Portsmouth Back To Black Vinyl Edition: Ommadawn Part One 1975 Stereo Mix Ommadawn (Part Two)/On Horseback 1975 Stereo Mix Limited Signed, Framed print edition (Available through mikeoldfieldofficial.com) DELUXE EDITION CD/DVD SET AND BACK TO BLACK VINYL WITH NUMBERED FRAMED PRINT OF COVER ART WORK, SIGNED BY MIKE OLDFIELD – STRICTLY LIMITED TO 250 WORLDWIDE Digital Edition: Ommadawn (Part One) 2010 Stereo Mix by Mike Oldfield* Ommadawn (Part Two)/On Horseback 2010 Stereo Mix by Mike Oldfield* In Dulce Jubilo First Excursion Argiers Portsmouth Ommadawn Part One 1975 Stereo Mix Ommadawn (Part Two)/On Horseback 1975 Stereo Mix Ommadawn (Lost Version) 1975 Demo* Edited by esotericarts - April 26 2010 at 10:53

Gooner Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Reviewer page Prog Reviewer Joined: March 14 2007 Location: Canada Status: Offline Points: 312	Posted: May 04 2010 at 08:33
	...since Ommadawn already sounds like a religious experience...can't wait to hear it in 5.1 surround

perennial_quest Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Reviewer page Forum Newbie Joined: March 08 2007 Location: Quebec Status: Offline Points: 14	Posted: May 04 2010 at 13:59
	This is very good news! It will be fun to hear how the 5.1 mixes compares with the quad version from Boxed '76. I'm very surprised that they finally decided to release Hergest Ridge's original mix from the '74 vinyl, it is much better IMO than the "stripped down" version from Boxed that was on all subsequent releases, vinyl or cd. And the fact that they used the original mix for the new vinyl release is a nice touch. Can't wait to hear these!