Vangelis - Mask. 1985 Greece

Similar to Mike Oldfield's Amarok considering sequence, Vangelis' Mask is an album out of nowhere. By this time, most of his music was wimpy New Age. But not Mask. Heavy sequencing, haunting choirs, pounding percussion, and moody textures define this advanced work. A great album that has stood the test of time. And a good one to play to those who think Vangelis is an artist to be ignored.

CD: 199? Polydor (USA)

Has an IFPI code so later than 1993 anyway. Still looks 90s with an explanation of what a CD is.