
Fripp & Eno - The Equatorial Stars (DGMLP3) LP
Originally released in 2004, The Equatorial Stars marked a stunning return for ambient pioneers Robert Fripp and Brian Eno. As the duo’s first full-length collaboration since 1975’s Evening Star, the album revisited their groundbreaking ambient approach while embracing more modern textures. The result is a rich, meditative journey through shimmering soundscapes and slowly evolving atmospheres, imbued with the stillness and mystery that define both artists’ best work.
Each track on The Equatorial Stars is named after a star or constellation, reinforcing the album’s celestial, otherworldly character. Fripp’s sustained guitar lines glide over Eno’s synthesizer layers, evoking vast cosmic panoramas. It’s a deeply immersive listening experience, balancing serenity with subtle tension.
1. Meissa
2. Lyra
3. Tarazed
4. Lupus
5. Ankaa
6. Altair
7. Terebellum