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Wide Angle is the debut studio album by the Welsh electronic music group Hybrid, released in 1999 on Distinct'ive Records. The album fused progressive breakbeat production with orchestral arrangements, distinguishing it from typical late-1990s electronic releases and helping establish Hybrid's symphonic electronic sound. Singles drawn from the album included 'Finished Symphony' and 'If I Survive,' the latter featuring vocalist Julee Cruise. An expanded double-disc edition titled Wider Angle followed in 2000 with additional remixes and bonus material.
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What electronic music group released the album 'Wide Angle'?
'Wide Angle' is the debut studio album by the Welsh electronic music group Hybrid, released in 1999. The group became known for bridging the gap between electronic dance music and cinematic orchestral arrangements.
What makes Hybrid's 'Wide Angle' sonically different from other late 90s electronic albums?
The album fused progressive breakbeat production with sweeping, live orchestral arrangements recorded with the Russian Federal Orchestra. This gave the music a massive, film-score quality that distinguished it from typical late-1990s progressive house or trance releases.
What record label originally released Hybrid's 'Wide Angle'?
The album was originally released on Distinct'ive Records in 1999. A modified version was later released in the United States under the title 'Wider Angle' to include additional bonus tracks.
What are some of the most famous songs from Hybrid's 'Wide Angle'?
The album features popular singles like 'Finished Symphony' and 'If I Survive,' which prominently feature the vocals of Julee Cruise. These tracks helped establish Hybrid's signature sound in both the electronic and film-scoring worlds.
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