| Disc One: Journey Of One | 47:32 | |
| 1-1 | Untitled | 5:30 |
| 1-2 | Untitled | 8:13 |
| 1-3 | Untitled | 2:27 |
| 1-4 | Untitled | 5:21 |
| 1-5 | Untitled | 4:49 |
| 1-6 | Untitled | 5:38 |
| 1-7 | Untitled | 15:29 |
| Disc Two: Journey Of One | 50:59 | |
| 2-1 | Untitled | 3:20 |
| 2-2 | Untitled | 3:52 |
| 2-3 | Untitled | 5:44 |
| 2-4 | Untitled | 5:48 |
| 2-5 | Untitled | 7:12 |
| 2-6 | Untitled | 15:20 |
| 2-7 | Untitled | 9:38 |
Steve Roach – Journey Of One is a captivating double-disc archival release that captures a pivotal moment in the evolution of tribal ambient music. Recorded live during a single night in August 1996 in Sacramento, California, this album documents the height of Roach’s "future-primal" era. It serves as a sonic nexus point, blending his 80s analog-synth roots with the deep, desert-inspired ethno-ambient sounds that would define his legendary career.
Spanning two continuous sets of 47 and 50 minutes, the album is presented in a beautifully designed 6-panel digipak. Despite the live setting, the recording and mastering are crystal clear, offering a pristine listening experience of what critics describe as a "spell-binding tribal ambient trip."
Key features of this release include:
- Authentic Tribal Atmosphere: A rich "sonic gathering" utilizing clay pots, didgeridoo, rattles, spirit catchers, and shamanic vocal chants.
- Immersive Soundscapes: Morphing, swirling textures that shift between dark, metaphysical, and psychedelic moods.
- Historical Significance: A turning point in Roach's discography, bridging the gap between Dreamtime Return and his later dark-ambient masterpieces.
- Hybrid Rhythms: Hypnotic electro-acoustic grooves and organic percussion that maintain a sense of mystery and timeless wonder.
For fans and collectors, Journey Of One is more than just a live recording; it is a ritualistic document of an artist at the peak of his creative powers, inviting the listener to join a deep, shadowy exploration of ancient cultures and modern synthesis.
