New Sandra single : ‘’The Way I Am’’ & New Album ‘’The Art of Love’’ Press Release December 18, 2006
Crocodile Music Management updated their Sandra page with a sample from the brand new Sandra single ‘’The Way I Am’’ taken from the forthcoming come-back album of Sandra. The song features a totally new sound and surprises her fans already. ‘’The Way I Am’’ is an ode to the great moments of dance culture, interspersed with elements of Munich disco sound and Philly soul. In short, the ideal track for a single and one that’s set to shoot Sandra into the charts and onto the dance floor.
You can listen to the sample of ‘’The Way I Am’’ by clicking here. After listening the brand new Sandra song, we would like to welcome you to post your impressions on our Enigma Message Board as well.
While we are heading thru the newest piece from Sandra, an official album biography/press release has also been released on Crocodile Music Management.. The press release is in both German and English and also featuring the NYC Photo shooting sessions. The Bio will give you a little taste of what’s coming in February. Click Here to read the press release for ‘’The Art of Love’’.
‘’The Way I Am’’ is currently scheduled for release on 26th January 2007 and the full new album ‘’The Art of Love’’ will follow on 16th February 2007.
News Source : Enigma News Team and Crocodile Music Management
The long awaited Jens Gad (co-producer of Enigma) album, the sequel to ‘’Achillea - Nine Worlds’’ is digitally released on iTunes by BSC Music / Sequoia Music. Tracks can be purchased digitally using the iTunes Stores. Track Listing of ‘’Amadas Estrellas’’ as follows:
01.Prologo 1:06 – 02.Amor Parte I. 5:00 – 03.Desnudame 5:20 – 04.Vivir 4:59 – 05.El Alma Herida 4:54 –- 06.Alas del Aguila 4:25 07.Amor – Parte II. 3:29 – 08.Atacame 6:19 – 09.Amadas Estrellas 5:31 – 10.A Maria Santissima 4:12
BSC Music GmbH and Sequoia Records currently scheduled the official world-wide release-date for the actual CD of ‘’Amadas Estrellas’’ for February, 26th. and the album will be available to purchase at Amazon and all the other mail orders and stores like Virgin, HMV, Borders, Fnac, Tower etc.
Keep watching this space for more details and reviews on this brand new Jens Gad album. If you’re newly discovering the stunning music of Jens Gad, please read our album reviews to have an idea as well.
News Source: Enigma News Team – BSC Music – Sequoia Records
Season Greetings from EnigmaMusic.com Team and a surprise to U.S Enigma Fans! December 18, 2006
The EnigmaMusic.com and Enigma Message Board Management Team would like to wish all of the visitors, loyal members and collaborators SEASONS GREETINGS and a HAPPY NEW YEAR. Thanks for all of your continued support during the magnificent year 2006!!. As a special thank you we will be running an exclusive competition* in collaboration with Virgin Records USA celebrating the United States re-issue of ‘’Love~Sensuality~Devotion – The Remix Collection’’ album. If you are a US Resident (you would need a USA address) then
CLICK HERE TO ENTER NOW!!
(*LSD Re-Issue competition is available for U.S. residents only.)
News Source : Enigma News Team (Martyn-Onur-Alonso)
Enigma - A Posteriori Nominated for the American Grammy Awards! December 09, 2006
The sixth Enigma album ‘’A Posteriori’’ has been announced as nominee on 49th Annual Grammy Awards on the category ‘’Best New Age Album’’ along with artists Enya, Gentle Thunder with Will Clipman & AmoChip Dabney, Peter Kater and Andreas Vollenweider. The Annual Grammy Awards covers recordings released during the eligibility year October 1, 2005 through September 30, 2006. 49th Annual Grammy Awards will be held on February 11th, at Staples Center in Los Angeles and will be broadcast live on CBS. To refresh our minds, Enigma had been nominated with ‘’Le Roi Est Mort VIVE Le Roi!’’ in 1998 on categories ‘’Best New Age Album’’ and ‘’Best Recording Package’’ (Art Director Johann Zambryski’s designs.) Unfortunately none of these were received that year…
We would like to wish the best luck this year to Michael Cretu with his space symphony.
News Source : Enigma News Team (Martyn-Onur), Grammy.com and Razvan from the EMB.
November 2006
The Latest Enigma / Sandra News Updates November 28, 2006
As previously announced, the DVD version of the latest Enigma album ‘’A Posteriori’’ has been delayed one week. The new release date is 15th December 2006 (for Germany) According to some various sources; the new DVD will feature kaleidoscope images in synchronization with the multi channel re-mastered music. The new DVD will also function as a DVD-ROM (when inserted into your PC’s drive) with bonus materials such as Enigma wallpapers and a screensaver designed in A Posteriori theme. You can pre-order the DVD from www.JPC.de, Amazon.de and Amazon.com
Meanwhile, Sandra –the female voice of Enigma- will be releasing her brand new studio album after 5 years. ‘’The Art of Love’’ is produced by ex-Enigma co-producer/engineer Jens Gad. A single will be released on 19th January 2007 titled as ‘’The Way I Am’’, the new single credits Andru Donalds as lyricist along with Gad and Sandra. Crocodile Music Management confirmed that this is not a cover version of the original Donalds track. The new album is expected to be released on 16th February 2007 and said to surprise all Sandra fans with a brand new sound, a brand new style. In the recent interviews, Sandra stated that she closed a chapter with the release of the remix album ‘’Reflections – Reproduced Hits’’ and the new piece will open a new one in her career. Credits of the new album include Sinead o’Connor, Fabrice Cuidad (David Fairstein from MCMXC a.D), Rick Knowles (who wrote tracks for Dido, Madonna…), Billy Steinberg (who wrote ''True Colors'' for Cindy Lauper), Johnny Fischer and Toby Gad (Jens Gad’s brother). According to Jens Gad and Sandra, 80% of the album was recorded with live instruments with less keyboard tunes and have influences from Pink Floyd and early Genesis sounds.
‘’The Art of Love’’ Track listing as follows: 01 What D'ya Think of Me -- 02 The Way I Am -- 03 The Art of Love -- 04 What Is It About Me -- 05 Dear God..If You Exist --06 Silence Beside Me -- 07 Once Upon a Time -- 08 Put Your Arms Around Me -- 09 What's Left to Say -- 10 Casino Royale -- 11 Love is the Price (Duet with DJ BoBo)
12 Shadow of Power 13 All You Zombies Besides all these fantastic updates, the official Enigma & Sandra Merchandise items are updated with recent releases, items featuring autographed Enigma and Sandra posters, mugs, shirts, mouse pads etc.. Check them out on : http://www.tixx-and-shirts.com
A Posteriori DVD Release Date and Tracklisting: November 01, 2006
Virgin Germany revealed the tracklist and the release date of the anticipated DVD release of ‘’A Posteriori’’ today. According to the latest update, the DVD will include 2 different audio mixes. 5.1 Dolby Digital and Stereo mix will be selectable on the DVD. Coincide with the multi channel mix of the complete album, a new Electronic Press Kit interview in 2 languages and a new photo gallery will be included as bonus material. Apart from these contents, recently released A Posteriori remixes will also be available on the DVD.
A Posteriori DVD is currently scheduled for release on 8th December 2006.
ENIGMA A POSTERIORI DVD
Release Date : 8th December 2006
Tracklist:
1. Eppur Si Muove
2. Feel Me Heaven
3. Dreaming Of Andromeda
4. Dancing With Mephisto
5. Northern Lights
6. Invisible Love
7. Message From Io
8. Hello And Welcome
9. 20.000 Miles Over The Sea
10. Sitting On The Moon
11. The Alchemist
12. Goodbye Milky Way
Electronic Press Kit Interview in German and English.
Photo Gallery with tracks.
Audio Selections : 5.1 Dolby Digital / Stereo
Remixes:
- Eppur Si Muove - Tocadisco Remix
- The Alchemist - Vision by Ralf Hildenbeutel
- Dreaming Of Andromeda - Jean F.Cochois Remix
- 20.000 Miles Over The Sea - Boca Junior Remix
Information Source - Enigma News Team and Virgin Music Germany
October 2006
News from Michael Cretu, himself about the new DVD and Enigma 7!... October 05, 2006
Michael Cretu, the mastermind behind Enigma gave a radio interview in the last days, in Germany. In between the lines of usual questions, our master revealed some exciting details about the forthcoming editions of the sixth Enigma album ‘’A Posteriori’’. According to Michael, the forthcoming DVD (with a current release date scheduled for December 2006) is in production and it will be mastered in 5.1 Dolby Digital by himself. The new DVD is expected to sound sensationally with even more sounds/effects to be discovered. 2 tracks of the album will be in different versions on this new DVD. There will also be a 5.1 SACD coincide with the release of the DVD, featuring a 5.1 sound mix of “A Posteriori”. He is expecting to finish the production of the DVD in three weeks and then he’ll probably start on a third edition of the album (a limited edition) with new remixes, not dance/house type but in a surprising sound.
When asked about a possible next production, he revealed that he has plans for Enigma 7 already and according to Michael’s own words, the waiting will not be as it used to be; this time he will try to finish it in 2 years and a quarter.
Information Source - Enigma News Team
September 2006
A SPECIAL INTERVIEW WITH DIRK RUDOLPH, ARTWORK DIRECTOR OF ENIGMA “A POSTERIORI” September 24, 2006
EnigmaMusic.com presents yet another special interview to all Enigma fans around the world! While celebrating the release of the highly anticipated sixth chapter of Enigma, Dirk Rudolph, the artwork designer and art director of “A Posteriori” and “15 Years After Special Box Set” gave us a mini interview regarding his standout recent work on “A Posteriori” and his collaboration with Michael Cretu. This mini interview gives us a taste of the production stage of the artwork and some more. We would like to thank Dirk for giving us this chance to shoot some questions to him.
Enigma Is Back With "A Posteriori" - A Space Symphony
September 8, 2006
We have finally recieved the full version of the brand new Enigma album "A Posteriori" and we can announce
the album is AWESOME!! - a "Space Symphony" that will encapture your body, mind and spirit.
Here is our full review of "A Posteriori" which will land in Music shops all over the
world on September 22nd 2006 and beyond.
All songs music and lyrics by : Michael Cretu.
All songs published by 1-2-3 Music/Crocodile Music.
Arranged,Performed,Engineered and Produced by : Michael Cretu
"A Posteriori" is to be released in Germnay on September 22nd 2006, and other countries from September 25th. Translation of the albums title "A Posteriori" can be a little confusing, but for the most part it is taken from a philosophers point of view such as "retrospective or analyze past experiences" or "to come to a decision or a conclusion due to past experiences". All expressions are very interesting to say the least.
New Enigma Single Release is Cancelled!
August 9, 2006
Virgin Germany has just announced that the planned new Enigma single
Goodbye Milky Way will not be released comercially. The single version of the single will be available for purchase by download only on the Internet. The single download will be available the same day as the album on September 22nd 2006.
Information Source - Virgin Germany and the Enigma News Team
July 2006
"A Posteriori" Track Listing and Single Info!!
July 17, 2006
The track listing for the new Enigma album "A Posteriori"
was obtained today. The 12 tracks and running times are as follows:
1.Eppur Si Muove 3.39
2.Feel Me Heaven 4.53
3.Dreaming Of Andromeda 4.27
4.Dancing with Mephisto 4.24
5.Northern Lights 3.34
6.Invisible Love 5.06
7.Message From IO 3.09
8.Hello And Welcome 5.07
9.20.000 Miles Over The Sea 4.22
10.Sitting On The Moon 4.21
11.The Alchemist 4.40
12.Goodbye Milky Way 5.56
All songs music and lyrics by : Michael Cretu.
All songs published by 1-2-3 Music/Crocodile Music.
Arranged,Performed,Engineered and Produced by : Michael Cretu
Enigma management confirmed that the single will be
Goodbye Milky Way and that will be release ahead of the album - date to be decided.
"A Posteriori" is to be released in Germnay on September 22nd 2006, and other countries from September 25th. Translation of the albums title "A Posteriori" can be a little confusing, but for the most part it is taken from a philosophers point of view such as "retrospective or analyze past experiences" or "to come to a decision or a conclusion due to past experiences". All expressions are very interesting to say the least.
Information Source - Enigma News Team, Crocodile Music and EMB member Matt
Enigma Management Announces New Album Title "A Posteriori"!!
July 6, 2006
Enigma management announced today the new Enigma album is to be titled
"A Posteriori" and is to be released in Germnay on September 22nd 2006, and other countries from September 25th. "A Posteriori" will contain 12 tracks. Virgin are still waiting on the master to arrive but are confident that if it arrives before the end of July they can meet the dates listed above.
Translation of the albums title "A Posteriori" can be a little confusing, but for the most part it is taken from a philosophers point of view such as "retrospective or analyze past experiences" or "to come to a decision or a conclusion due to past experiences". All expressions are very interesting to say the least.
Information Source - Crocodile Music, Virgin Germany and the Enigma News Team
May 2006
New Enigma Album and Single News!!
May 13, 2006
It's been 2 months since Michael Cretu outlined his plans for the brand new Enigma 6 album. Now Virgin has confirmed they are planning a single at the beginning of September
2006 with the album release at the end of September 2006. No confirmation of the album and single titles as mof yet - but keep watching this space for any new
developements!
Information Source - Virgin Germany and the Enigma News Team
March 2006
Enigma 6 News and Hello and Welcome Competition Winners!!
March 13, 2006
HELLO AND WELCOME COMPETITION WINNERS
Congratulations to the following Enigma fans who won a copy of the brand new Enigma single "Hello and Welcome" in our competition.
Godfriaux Christophe from Belgium
Adrian Rode from Poland
Margaret Agguire from the USA
The correct answer was SADENESS which was the first Enigma single released. Many thanks to Virgin Germany for making this competition possible.
Michael Cretu was interviewed on German TV and confirmed he is hoping to finish Enigma 6 before the World Cup games start in Germany in June - he is hopeful to have a September 2006 release date. Virgin has confirmed these are the provisional plans as it stands now - but as with everything Enigma it could always change
Information Source - News Source : Virgin Germany, Virgin Spain and the Enigma News Team (Martyn-Onur-Alonso)
February 2006
Hello and Welcome Music Presentation and Competition!!
February 26, 2006
EnigmaMusic.com and our Spanish sister site EnigmaMusica.com can now unveil the
"Hello and Welcome" music presentation and competition. In conjunction with Virgin Germany we have some singles to give away as prizes...so just follow the link to listen to all 3 mixes of the single and to enter the very easy competition.
The new release date for the single "Hello and Welcome" will be March 10, 2006. This will be the day before the boxing match which features Felix Strum.
Information Source - News Source : Virgin Germany, Virgin Spain and the Enigma News Team (Martyn-Onur-Alonso)
January 2006
New Release Date Announced For Enigma Single Hello and Welcome!!
January 27, 2006
Virgin announced today that the new release date for the Enigma single
"Hello and Welcome" will be March 10, 2006. This will be the day before the boxing match which features Felix Strum. Keep watching this space for more details and a very special competition that will feature the single as prizes!
Virgin Spain has also announced a release date of Jan 31st 2006 for thier country as the single has recieved quite a bit of interest there.
Information Source - News Source : Virgin Germany, Virgin Spain and the Enigma News Team (Martyn-Onur-Alonso)
December 2005
Seasons Greetings - A Special Limited Time Gift From EnigmaMusic.com!!
December 17, 2005
Seasons Greetings from the EnigmaMusic.com Team
The EnigmaMusic.com and EMB team would like to wish all of the visitors
SEASONS GREETINGS and a HAPPY NEW YEAR. Thanks for all of your continued support during 2005!!. As a special thank you we have a special limited time gift that is EXCLUSIVE to EnigmaMusic.com and our associated sister sites from around the world. We are going to feature for a short time the DUSTED REMIXES taken from the new Enigma box set "15 Years After".
The Dusted Remixes have been remixed by Rollo (from Faithless) and Mark Bates and feature a completly different "Chill and Classical" feel to a selection of Enigma tracks. These tracks bring a commanding authority that strays into different musical pastures. Let your mind wander and relax to these interpretations of Cretu's melting pot of songs. The songs are listed in order and have not been edited so they can flow as they appear on the CD.
Information Source - News Source: Enigma News Team (Martyn-Onur)
Your Chance To Own A Autograhed Copy Of The Box Set "15 Years After"!!
December 6, 2005
Your chance to own a rare Michael Cretu autograph - Michael signed 1,000 copies of the new Enigma Box Set "15 Years After". You can order you copy now at Amazon.de - follow the link below to get your copy while stocks last. Also contained in the box set
is a secret code which ebnables you to download the
"Boum Boum" and "Voyageur" videos for FREE atWWW.ENIGMA.DE
Also Virgin has sent some really neat pictures of the box set as well as Michael
signing 1,000 copies of the "15 years After" box set in Holland last week.
Information Source - News Source : Virgin Germany and the Enigma News Team (Martyn-Onur)
November 2005
The New Enigma Single "Hello and Welcome" - Postponed Until 2006
November 8, 2005
Due to a severe injury to German middleweight boxing champion Felix Sturm the intended fight and new Enigma
single "Hello and Welcome" has been postponed until possibly April 2006.
Information Source - News Source : Virgin Germany and the Enigma News Team (Martyn-Onur)
Listen And Watch The New Enigma Single "Hello and Welcome"
November 6, 2005
We can finally reveal the sound of the new Enigma single
"Hello and Welcome". The single is lsated for release on November 26th after it introduces Boxings middleweight champion Felix Sturm in his fight in Germany on November 25th. The video also features live portrait of his work, which is much different than any other mystical Enigma video.
SORRY DUE TO THE SINGLE BEING POSTPONED THE LINK IS NO LONGER AVAILABLE
Information Source - News Source : Enigma Fan Marcel and
the Enigma News Team (Martyn-Onur)
October 2005
The Complete Tracklisting Of The Enigma Box Set!
October 25th, 2005
More deatils were obtained today about the December 9th European release of the
new Enigma Deluxe Box Set. The box will have a repackaging and each cd will lay in the box without a jewel case, 4 CD's on one side and 4 CD's on the other side. Of the 8 discs in the set 2 are DVD's, and 6 are CD's. Track listing of each CD as follows:
Disc 1 - MCMXC a.D
1.The Voice Of Enigma
2.Principles Of Lust (Medley)
3.Callas Went Away
4.Mea Culpa
5.The Voice And The Snake
6.Knocking On Forbidden Doors
7.Back To The Rivers Of Belief (Medley)
Disc 2 - The Cross Of Changes
1.Second Chapter
2.The Eyes Of Truth
3.Return To Innocence
4.I Love You...I'll Kill You
5.Silent Warrior
6.The Dream Of The Dolphin
7.Age Of Loneliness (Carly's Song)
8.Out From The Deep
9.The Cross Of Changes
Disc 3 - Le Roi Est Mort
1.Le Roi Est Mort, Vive Le Roi!
2.Morphing Thru Time
3.Third Of Its Kind
4.Beyond The Invisible
5.Why!...
6.Shadows In Silence
7.The Child In Us
8.T.N.T. For The Brain
9.Almost Full Moon
10.The Roundabout
11.Prism Of Life
12.Odyssey Of The Mind
Disc 4 - The Screen Behind The Mirror
1.The Gate
2.Push The Limits (Album Version)
3.Gravity Of Love
4.Smell Of Desire
5.Modern Crusaders
6.Traces (Light And Weight)
7.The Screen Behind The Mirror
8.Endless Quest
9.Camera Obscura
10.Between Mind And Heart
11.Silence Must Be Heard
Disc 5 - Voyageur
1.From East To West
2.Voyageur
3.Incognito
4.Page Of Cups
5.Boum - Boum (Radio Edit)
6.Total Eclipse Of The Moon
7.Look Of Today
8.In The Shadow, In The Light
9.Weightless
10.The Piano
11.Following The Sun (Album Version)
Disc 6 - The Rollo Reixes
1.Hello & Welcome (The Dusted Variations by Rollo Armstrong)
2.The Child In Us (The Dusted Variation)
3.Age Of Loneliness (The Dusted Variation)
4.Eyes Of Truth (The Dusted Variation)
5.Rivers Of Belief (The Dusted Variation)
6.Sadeness Pt 1 (The Dusted Variation)
7.Traces - Light And Weight (The Dusted Variation)
8.Voyageur (The Dusted Variation)
9.Beyond The Invisible (The Dusted Variation)
Disc 7 - MCMXC a.D - DVD
1.The Voice Of Enigma
2.Principles Of Lust (Medley)
3.Callas Went Away
4.Mea Culpa
5.The Voice And The Snake
6.Knocking On Forbidden Doors
7.Back To The Rivers Of Belief (Medley)
8.Sadeness - Part I
9.Mea Culpa (Full Length Video)
10.Principles Of Lust (Full Length Video)
11.Back To The Rivers Of Belief (Full Length Video)
12.Le Roi Est Mort, Vive Le Roi! (Interview With Michael Cretu)
Disc 8 - Remember The Future - DVD
1.Turn Around
2.Sadeness - Part I (Video)
3.Mea Culpa
4.Principles Of Lust (Find Love)
5.The Rivers Of Belief (Radio Edit)
6.Return To Innocence
7.The Eyes Of Truth
8.Age Of Loneliness
9.Beyond The Invisible
10.T.N.T. For The Brain
11.Push The Limits
12.Gravity Of Love
Information Source - Enigma News Team (Martyn-Onur)
and Stefano from www.enigma-fanclub.com
The New Enigma Single "Hello and Welcome" - Release Delayed
October 1st, 2005
Enigma management has announced a delay in the release of the brand new Enigma single
"Hello and Welcome". The single is now scheduled for November 25th - the day before it will be used to walk down middleweight box champion Felix Sturm who will fight for the world championship on November 26th
Here are the Tracklist and credits of the forthcoming new single of Enigma :
1. Radio Edit 3.39
2. Hello and Welcome Video
3. Thunderstorm Mix 6.09
4. After the storm Mix 6.28
Music and Lyrics by : Michael Cretu
Produced by Michael Cretu
Lead Vocals : Andru Donalds
Keep checking this space for more details on the latest news!
Information Source - News Source : Jürgen Thürnau (Crocodile Music) and Enigma News Team (Martyn-Onur)
August 2005
"Hello and Welcome" to Enigma & Sandra - Newsflash!
August 25, 2005
We have some great news for all Enigma and Sandra fans! According to the latest update from Crocodile Music – Enigma and Sandra’s official management- The new Enigma Single will be called: "Hello and Welcome"
This brand new song is the walk in music for the German middle weight box champion
Felix Sturm, who will fight
for the world championship on 26th November.. Release date for the brand new Enigma single is currently scheduled for October 2005. The music video for –
"Hello and Welcome" is already produced.
Here are the Tracklist and credits of the forthcoming new single of Enigma :
Music and Lyrics by : Michael Cretu
Produced by Michael Cretu
Lead Vocals : Andru Donalds
More news, In November, there’ll be a luxurious box of all Enigma albums and DVD,
which are currently released. Also there will be a special remix CD in the box
with the best Enigma titles remixed by Rollo (mastermind behind the sensational British group "Faithless", Dido’s brother). The new single - "Hello and Welcome" - will also be on this release…
And Jürgen Thürnau also answers the most asked question :
The next Enigma studio album will be released by the end of
2006.
And on Sandra’s side there are breath-taking news too.. Sandra has recorded a duet single with DJ BoBo. Titled as "Secrets of Love" which
will be released in September or October. This new track will be on Dj BoBo’s forthcoming "Greatest Hits" album.. They are planning a
tour coincide with the release of this album. Another second duet title with DJ BoBo will be on Sandra’s next album which is currently being produced in Ibiza, planned for the second half of 2006.
Keep checking this space for more details on the latest news!
Information Source - News Source : Jürgen Thürnau (Crocodile Music) and Enigma News Team (Martyn-Onur)
Andru Donalds.....The Voice Behind The Mirror Interview!! August 7, 2005
Finally the waiting is over and we are proud to present another exclusive interview for Enigma fans again.. ANDRU DONALDS! – one of the lead vocals
of the recent Enigma releases - gave us a stunning interview, answered many questions from his fans. Questions were submitted from 19 countries around the world and that
made the interview such a good one…..
Andru is currently in US, finalizing his fifth solo album produced by Eric Foster White. His official label co-owner Steven Schenfeld cooperated with EnigmaMusic.com and
united Enigma fans with Andru. The interview sheds a light onto frequently asked questions such as a possible collaboration on an Enigma album, His experiences working with Cretu etc…
According to the interview, the new album ‘’Andru Donalds V’’
will be released in early 2006. Andru also speaks about some surprise releases, his thoughts about Voyageur, experiences with Cretu and many more…
Information Source - EnigmaMusic.com News Team (Martyn & Onur) Many Thanks to Steven Schenfeld for giving us this great opportunity.
June 2005
Ask Your Questions To Andru Donalds! June 8, 2005
EnigmaMusic.com is giving you yet another exclusive chance to ask your questions to the musician, artist, one of the lead vocals of Enigma, ANDRU
DONALDS!
His worldwide smash hit "Mishale"
(1994) was produced by Eric Foster White. The super-relaxed hit single
"Mishale" climbed the US charts up to number four.
And in Europe and the Far East, too. Andru is now in studio finalizing his forthcoming 5th album "Andru Donalds V"
with Eric Foster White again. His label co-owner Steven Schenfeld kindly agreed to give an exclusive interview to Enigma fans! We will interview Andru Donalds on his solo career and his contribution to Enigma. This is going to be a 50% Solo Career, 50% Enigma contribution interview.
In order to share the excitement of this stunning event, EnigmaMusic.com is giving
you a unique chance to ask your questions...
Best Questions will be selected by the EnigmaMusic News Team and included in this exclusive Interview.
Don't Forget to include your full name and your country, on posts and e-mails!
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For a Detailed Information About Andru Donalds and the latest samples please
check out : www.andrudonalds.com
or www.enigmamusic.com/andru/
Andru Donalds is on the following Enigma Songs: "Boum~Boum
(Duet With Ruth Ann on E5), Look of Today ( E5 Back Vocals) Modern Crusaders (E4), Camera Obscura/The Screen Behind The Mirror (E4 Duet with Sandra)
In The Shadow, In The Light (E4)" Andru, collaborated with Michael Cretu on 2 solo albums : " Snowin' Under My Skin (1999)" and "Let's Talk About It (2001)"
Information Source - EnigmaMusic.com News Team (Martyn & Onur) Many Thanks to Steven Schenfeld for giving us this great opportunity.
May 2005
Exclusive Feature - Looking Back to Voyageur: EPK 2003
May 22, 2005
It was 8th September 2003 when the long awaited Enigma 5 album was released...
now looking back to this time with today's prospective, we are proud to present an
EXCLUSIVE ultra secret Enigma Voyageur Interview with Michael Cretu.
This interview actually appeared on an "E5 - Electronic Press Kit", that is only issued to media sources but was never available to the public.
In the past these type of releases were in video or CD-rom format and are normally easy to obtain through various 2nd hand CD stores that specialise in promo's etc. The E5 EPK has remained a highly hard to find item for some reason - and after the discovery of its existence, it took almost a year for us to receive this Press Kit.
The "E5 - EPK" is available on DVD and contains an Micheal Cretu interview which coincides with previously published Virgin's Voyageur Interview in 2003. The "E5 EPK DVD" features the latest ART studio and the Cretu's new house. Michael Cretu is very relaxed and explains the mostly criticized direction of E5 - Voyageur, plus his life in Ibiza and the future of Enigma. The DVD runs approx 25 mins and has a edited down version of the interview and then 20 minutes of just Cretu answering questions.
In comparison with previous Electronic Press Kits, this one exceeds all before it, even giving us the chance to see Michael driving to a bar/restaurant, playing with his dog and drinking beer, smoking a lot (as always). If you ever wondered what he thinks about the new direction of the project or producing an Enigma 6, this is a perfect piece for you and will answer most of the unanswered questions.
We are able to bring you 2 types of insight into the "
E5 EPK" - a 5 minute video clip that was originally featured on Turkish TV which is a edited down version of the 20 minute interview. The other presentaion features various stills taken fro mthe DVD and interview which give you a more pictorial impression of the "E5 EPK".
Information Source - EnigmaMusic.com News Team with special Thanks to Cengiz B. for supplying the Turkish TV video, Pictorial Pages designed in-conjuntion with EnigmaMusica.com
April 2005
FINALLY Some Andru Donalds News, The 5th Album On The Way!
April 18, 2005
It has been 4 years since we heard from any news Andru Donalds music, the famous
male vocalist of "The Screen Behind The Mirror"
and "Voyageur". Finally we can share the latest hectic news with Enigma fans..
Andrudonalds.com has been launched! This is the first official web page dedicated to the artist. Andru will release his new selftitled album later this year called "Andru Donalds V"
Andru sold more than 7 million records as the voice of Enigma and as an international solo artist, making two fine records with Enigma's masterminds Michael Cretu and Jens Gad. His first project with Cretu & Gad resulted in the international platinum single
"All Out of Love". The trio's last collaboration was "Let’s Talk About It" in 2001.
A chance meeting in New York led Steven Schenfeld to reunite Andru (he is also a featured performer on the soundtrack to Til Schweiger's latest movie
"Barfuss") with Eric Foster White.
The result - Andru's 5th album, which has captured the magic of that first collaboration. Recorded in New York and Colorado and due for release later this year,
"Andru Donalds V" is a fantastic mixture of pop, rock and reggae, packed with potential hits and showcasing Andru's soaring
better-than-ever vocals against White's masterful production.
Their musical collaboration found its way into the hands of Steven Schenfeld, a
Capitol Records A&R exec working in New York under the tutelage of the legendary
Bruce Lundvall (Norah Jones).
You can premiere the samples from "Andru Donalds V"
album on the official web page, these new tracks are titled as :
"Dreamer, One of These Feelings and Stars"
Clicking the following link will also open a 30 sec. sample of the
"Barfuss" Soundtrack song : Andru Donalds
"And I Feel"CLICK HERE FROM SAMPLE
This soundtrack album was released in 4th April 2005 and available via order from
Amazon.de
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Keep watching this space for further details
Information Source - EnigmaMusic.com News Team
March 2005
EXCLUSIVE - The Jens Gad 2005 Interview March 29, 2005
Jens Gad the co-producer of Enigma has just given us an AMAZING interview to co-incide with his solo album release "ACHILLEA" which can be found on sale at www.bscmusic.com
In January 2005 we gave the readers of this web page and the members of the EMB an
oppertunity to send in your questions to Jens - we were overwhelmed with your response and selected the best ones out of the hundreds we recieved. The interview reveals a wonderfull insight into the Enigma years and working with his idols Michael Cretu and Sandra. So the wait is finally over and we can now proudly un-vail the much awaited
"Jens Gad 2005 Interview"
Jens Gad’s "ACHILLEA" album Press Release:
State-Of-The-Art Sounds Meet Archain Melodies
March 22, 2005
FINALLY SOME ANDRU NEWS, THE 5TH ALBUM ON THE WAY!
Two outstanding artists of Danish origin have combined their remarkable talents to explore their Viking roots and put it in a new musical perspective: As a writer and co-producer
Jens Gad, born to Danish parents in Munich/Germany on August 26th 1966, has contributed immensely to the global success of Enigma, the project of multi-platinum producer Michael Cretu, which has brought New Age sensibilities into the world of dance clubs with a succession of highly praised albums since their 1991 superhit "Sadeness". Jens, a passionate guitarist, drummer and composer, has also worked on a number of other internationally successful projects such as albums by Andru Donalds or Milli Vanilli. Today Jens Gad has his own top standard studio on the beautiful Spanish island of Ibiza. Helene Horlyck has started to sing classical music at the tender age of ten. After many years of classical training, the singer, who nowadays lives in London, has also gained a lot of live experience with improvised music.
Helene and Jens, though both not actually living in Denmark, share a deep interest in the ancestry and mythology of their Scandinavian homeland. Thrilled by each others talents, they decided to create a sophisticated chill out journey through the traditional "Nine worlds of
Viking myths", carried by Helene’s uniquely sensitive classical voice and the emotional solo guitar of Jens. There is a story behind each song. All of these are based on Viking mythology and often on archaic poems – a world inhabitated by seers and seeresses, elves, the historic monks of Lindisfarne, rune masters, giants and gods such as Odin, a world, that was marked by places like Cape Porcupine, Labrador, or Staraja Ladoga, the first Viking staging post on the trade route to Russia, or the island Sanday in Orkney.
In order to transform these fascinating stories into equally fascinating music, Jens Gad used his vast producers experience to develop an unusual work process: He encouraged Helene to improvise for hours on most diverse musical backgrounds – partly singing in Latin and in ancient Swedish – and thus to develop a variety of new melodies. This way he captured the spontaneity of her singing – then he would compose the music around the recordings from these singing sessions, using Helene’s voice like a kind of solo instrument. The result is totally unique: highly attractive state-of-the-art-sounds meet with archaic melodies, extremely sensual singing is contrasted with delicately bluesy guitar playing, slow sexy grooves carry finely woven sonic textures.
The music of Achillea is both stimulating and calming, entertaining but relaxing, full of peace and beauty, but also strikingly vital. ACHILLEA - feat. Helene Horlyck "The Nine Worlds of Viking Myth"
(Release Label : Prudence/BSC)
Information Source - EnigmaMusic.com News Team (Martyn-Onur-Sherry), Jens Gad and BSC music - This text is the press release of Achillea – Nine Worlds of Viking Myths album.
Jens Gad - Achillea Release Date Update! & More March 14, 2005
According to Amazon.de The new Jens Gad Solo album "Achillea – The Nine Worlds" will be released on 11th April 2005 in Germany. The record companies are also revealed on the official web page of Jens as :
ACHILLEA - feat. Helene Horlyck "The Nine Worlds of Viking Myth"
(Release Label : Prudence/BSC)
THE SECRETS OF OBSESSION - "Music for Seduction Moments"
(Release Label : Globe/Soulstar)
10 NATURAL TRACKS TO RELAX - "An exclusive music selection by P.G".
(Release Label : Prudence/BSC)
You can also visit the official record label, BSC Music’s web page here
www.bscmusic.com
Initial release plan for these albums was March 2005 but there might be slight delays on international release schedules. Keep watching this space for the latest news and updates on Jens Gad solo releases.
As for the recent interview, according to our correspondences with Jens, he says it is nearly finished… We will publish it as soon as we receive the complete interview. Thank you for your patience.
You can pre-order the Achillea album here at Amazon Germany
Information Source - EnigmaMusic.com News Team (Martyn-Onur-Sherry)
January 2005
Jens Gad Launches his Solo Page With EXCLUSIVE FREE Track Just For EnigmaMusic.com Fans January 31, 2005
JENS GAD Co-Producer/Writer/Remixer for the Global Phenomenon ENIGMA launches his OFFICIAL
WEB SITE:GAD MUSIC! http://www.gadmusic.com
GAD MUSIC.com is the new creation of
Jens Gad. Jens has been a part of Enigma for over 10 years (writing and co-producing)and
he has a passion for developing new talents in innovative pop and chill out music genres.
Coincide with that, he has a firmly held belief that it's better to approach something
with "child-like enthusiasm and optimism" than with
music business cynicism.
The Official Web Site Includes
Complete low-down on his new Hi-End Production / Mixing / Mastering Facilities
at Gad Studios located in Spanish island IBIZA
A Large listening area covering Jens´ entire discography including the innovative
"Tracks for Sale" option for our corporate clients.
Discography in conjunction with EnigmaMusic.com
A Special EXCLUSIVE BONUS For All ENIGMAMUSIC.COM FANS
As a special launch bonus, Jens and EnigmaMusic.com gives you the Enigma fans
a very unique downloadable fulllength track taken from his newest so far untitled project.
EXCLUSIVELY for EnigmaMusic.com viewers, we offer the track called
AMOR feat. Spanish female vocalist Luis Fernandez - The track
is very "enigmatic" almost "Smell of Desire vs The Eyes of Truth"....so now check it out
for yourself
Downloading Instructions
Go to GAD MUSIC.com then to
"LISTEN" section on the web site, then click on
"PASSWORD PROTECTED AREA"
and enter your time limited username and password
Username: member
Password: launchxx
In order to listen to this exclusive file, you will need either Windows Media Player
or WinAmp
Information Source - EnigmaMusic.com News Team (Martyn-Onur-Sherry)
Jens Gad Special Feature and EnigmaMusic.com EXCLUSIVE Announcement January 11, 2005
Enigma News Brief Special A NEW DEFINITION OF MUSIC : JENS GAD’S BRAND NEW SOLO ALBUMS
EnigmaMusic.com has been speaking again with professional producer, musician Jens Gad
as he continues his journey with innovative music.. Finally we can reveal 4 project
titles of his brand new solo work. There are 4 albums to be released in 2005, titled as
follows:
"ACHILLEA - feat. Helene Horlyck "The Nine Worlds of Viking Myth"
"THE SECRETS OF OBSESSION "Music For Seduction Moments"
"10 NATURAL TRACKS TO RELAX"
"An Exclusive Music Selection By P.G."
Untitled concept album with Spanish singer Luisa Fernandez
Jens Gad the Enigma co-producer and writer has spoken exclusively to EnigmaMusic.com and
our affiliate web pages with some interesting news and information on his forthcoming
solo proejcts.
In Jens own words to EnigmaMusic.com he describes each of the forthcoming releases; " So, all these new projects are my concepts produced in my own
studio, I was experimenting with different elements and inputs to take my 10 year Enigma
influence a step further. ON the "ACHILLEA"
album I´ve featured the unusually sensitive classical voice of the danish singer
>Helene Horlyck - through an ongoing dialog between her
voice and my solo guitar we follow the traces of our Danish ancestors - the
Vikings".
"On the (so far untitled) album with "Luisa Fernandez"
I´m using Spanish lyrics only, I just love the passion and emotion of spanish language, so this emotional
musical voyage is mainly carried by her speaking Spanish poems of love and devotion - also
other cultural influences can be heard."
"The Secrets of Obsession" is a compilation of ideas I had during the last
years with Enigma but finally weren´t used as tracks on the
albums. So I finished them now and will soon release them as an album. As unique ethnic
influence I used the chinese "Er-Hu" violin, a traditional instrument that
makes a beautiful sound between singing and sitar. On this album I collaborated with
German producer Torsten Stenzel
who also contributed two beautiful tracks.
"10 natural tracks to relax" is another compilation
I created with these ideas, it was originally sold to a global major industry brand
(which doesn´t want to be mentioned) as a special promo gift and we finally decided
now to put it on the market - eventually with another title. All these 4 albums are
sold to different German/UK labels and internet platforms, within 6 weeks we´ll have
the release schedules ready and then we will give you the links to the shops."
...So what else is on the horizon? " There’s a lot to be discovered on the music scene at this time
and I’m dealing with a very famous coffee company in the US right now - which want to
promote themselves with an exclusive CD, that will be played and sold in each
location.....and as I mentioned there is still a lot to be discovered and being
innovative with new music markets is very exciting ....plus I'm always on the lookout for
interesting new talent and I am currenly looking for unique female singers to compliment
future ideas and projects that I have - so please e-mail me at gadstudios@enigmamusic.com
if you are a singer and feel you have what is required.
I have also just recently returned from the US where I have been working with my brother
Toby on a project for the 15 year old singer "Jayden Sky".
My brother is also a very talented professional musician who has now contributed to 10 Billboard Hit Records,
had around 50 record releases with artists like Milli Vanilli, Enrique Iglesias
and many more European superstars". (For More Information on Toby go to his
web site:www.tobygad.com)
"Through your steady belief and trust in the Enigma project you have all made my life
possible and I now have a lot of possibilities having set up my new studio complex here
in Ibiza. As a thank you to Enigma fans I´m featuring some
special promo offers through these web pages"......
So what does Jens mean when he says "special promo offers"????..........
WE CAN REVEAL THE EXCLUSIVE SURPRISE TO ENIGMA FANS! Jens has agreed to be interviewed by the fans of EnigmaMusic.com and affiliates!
We can reveal more of his exciting new future when the Interview is published on our
web site. So get your questions prepared and there are 2 ways in which to ask question CLICK HERE
NOW IF YOU ARE AN EMB MEMBER or send an
riddler@enigmamusic.com to register your question to Jens. Only the best ones will be
asked so get on your thinking caps!!!!
Coupled with that fantastic oppertunity Jens has also allowed EnigmaMusic.com to
EXCLUSIVELY present to Enigma fans music samples from 3 of the forthcomng
projects - Tracklistings and sneak previews :
EXCLUSIVE - Track Listings & Real Audio Sound Samples of Jens Gad Solo Work
ACHILLEA feat Helene Horlyck
"The Nine Worlds of Viking Myth"
Note : In order to listen to these exclusive samples of Jens Gad you will
need ‘’Real Player’’ Please go to www.real.com to download the player.
For more Biographical information on Jens Gad, please check out our special section
dedicated to him. Gad Studios
Information Source - EnigmaMusic.com News Team (Martyn-Onur-Sherry)
December 2004
Jens Gad Speaks Exclusively To EnigmaMusic.com With News On Ruth Ann December 14, 2004
The producer, musician, behind the scenes co-producer and engineer of Enigma, has spoken
exclusively to EnigmaMusic.com about his brand new sounds and his direction in the music
scene. Having been a part of the magical sound of Enigma since
"The CROSS Of Changes" album, Jens Gad is
already "pushing the limits" with his new unique and innovative productions.
Jens Gad is currently working on some exciting new professional projects and brainstorming
about new marketing techniques for the music industry.
More of his solo work in the weeks to come, so stay tuned on this. Having just got back
from working in New York on a joint project with his producer brother "Toby",
he is now back in his own studio in Ibiza working of finalizing some deals which will
result in 3 solo album projects in 2005..
And...After Ibiza's long months of silence, we can finally preview some so far
unreleased material of Jens Gad & Ruth Ann! EnigmaMusic.com is proud to present you the
newest trendsetter 2005 pieces of Jens Gad featuring the Ruth Ann vocals. These tracks are written and produced by Jens Gad, but
unfortunately will NOT be on the forthcoming untitled Ruth Ann solo album which was
supposedly scheduled for a February/March 2005 release.
Jens has enabled us to feature these exclusive tracks as samples, just to demonstrate
his evolving brand new sound and the amazing voice of Ruth Ann on
"Daydreaming" - "Sign of Love" - "The Calling"
and "Lightspeed"
Jens also mentions that he did not work on the new Ruth Ann album, but these tracks were
just promo songs that he used her voice on and recorded in his own studio in Ibiza.
Keep watching this space for more on our converstations with Jens in the weeks to
come as we have some exclusive features on his music and future plans
EXCLUSIVE - Real Audio Sound Samples of Jens Gad and Ruth Ann songs
Information Source - EnigmaMusic.com News Team (Martyn-Onur-Sherry)
November 2004
Sandra Speaks and More News on the Cretu Front!! November 11, 2004
As reported at radionews.de, Ruth-Ann's new record will be out in February 2005. Not
much is discussed about the project, including no mention of the CD Name, nor any
track listings. The article did go into further information regarding Sandra
and Michael Cretu...As roughly translated the article reads: The sensation of the year! More than 2 000 fans celebrate Sandra in
Dresden! "hello Dresden! It is after a 9 year recess. I stand again live on
the stage!" with these words opened Pop singer, Sandra's appearance on Sunday October
3rd, 2004, the concert brought in fans from the Czech Republic, Poland, Switzerland
and Spain.
More than 2000 fans heard many of the huge hits by the singer including
"Maria Magdalena", Little Girl" & "In The Heat Of The Night". Sandra euphorically was
celebrated and had to give several encores. Many fans appeared enthused. Some had
never experienced Sandra, live.
Since 1988 Sandra has lived with her husband Michael and their home hides in the
forest (in the North West part) on sunny Ibiza Island.
In the radionews.de
interview Sandra is quoted as saying, "It's a very irregular routine. We have no
day-night-rhythm. Michael works 36 hours in the studio, then 13 hours of dead sleep in
order to compose then again 36 hours. Routinely, mornings around five, I bring him a steak
roast, so that hunger wont take over. Sleep comes either during the day or not at all"
The article then adds that the kids attend an international school, learning English,
German and Spanish. The article continues with, QUOTE "Presently Michael Cretu works (on)
the debut-album of the English singer Ruth-Anne Boyle, it should appear in February (2005)"
After that "the gentleman of the Gregorian monk songs" would like to make the next Enigma Album."
Sandra meanwhile plans no new (CD). She says "If I have the feeling, that the public wants to have me again,
I will arrange myself after that" Sandra adds "I would want to be sure, and
be ready, therefore I am not not in a hurry"
Information gathered from radionews.de
and translated by Sherry from the EnigmaMusic.com News Team
Information Source - EnigmaMusic.com and Radionews.de
October 2004
Virgin Announce Track Listing on Enigma Double Set DVD October 12, 2004
The track listing for the double DVD boxed set has been anounced by the Virgin web page
and is as follows:
DVD Disc 1 - E1 Video Album<
1. The Voice Of Enigma
2. Principles Of Lust
3. Sadeness
4. Find Love
5. Sadeness (Reprise)
6. Callas Went Away
7. Mea Culpa
8. The Voice & The Snake
9. Knocking On Forbidden Doors
10. Back To The Rivers Of Belief
11. Way To Eternity
12. Hallelujah
13. The Rivers Of Belief
14. Sadeness
15. Mea Culpa
16. Principles Of Lust
17. The Rivers Of Belief
18. Enigma II (EPK)
19. Enigma 96/97 (EPK)
DVD Disc 2 - Remember The Future
1. Turn Around
2. Sadeness
3. Mea Culpa
4. Principles Of Lust
5. The Rivers Of Belief
6. Return To Innocence
7. The Eyes Of Truth
8. Age Of Loneliness
9. Beyond The Invisible
10. T.N.T. For The Brain
11. Push The Limits
12. Gravity Of Love
The main differences are - "Remember The Future"
includes "Turn Around"- Track 11 and Track 12 have changed their positions.
(Older version was ending with "Push The Limits",this new one ends with
"Gravity of Love") - "E1 - The Complete Video
Album" includes Enigma 2 EPK as well (Previous release contained
Enigma 96/97 EPK only) Release date in Europe only on November 1st, 2004
Virgin 8643849
Information Source - Riddler from the EMB and EnigmaMusic.com
Virgin Announce Enigma Double Set DVD - Ruth Ann Album News October 7, 2004
According to Virgin Germany, 2 DVD's will be released and sold together! This combined
pack will be released on Novemeber 1st 2004 and contains the prevously released
"E1 - The Completed Video Album" and
"Remember The Future". This is a great chance for
the fans who haven't bought these 2 great DVD's. It is still unconfirmed if
"Remember The Future"includes Turn Around
or not.Virgin 8643849
Latest release news on the new Cretu produced album for Ruth Ann Boyle is confirmed as
February 2005. No information on title of track listing - but keep watching this space for the
latest details!!
Information Source - Riddler from the EMB and EnigmaMusic.com
September 2004
Michael Cretu Working on New Ruth Ann Solo Album?? September 15, 2004
Rumors abound that Michael Cretu is currently working on a solo album for the ex Olive
singer and current session singer for Enigma - Ruth Ann Boyle. Hot gossip coupled with a
some good insdie info coming from Ibiza, which is un-confirmed, suggests that Cretu is working on the album which is
due for release late this year or early 2005.
Information Source - EnigmaMusica.com and EnigmaMusic.com
August 2004
Boum Boum UK Release Contains Video August 24, 2004
The new Enigma single "Boum Boum" is being released
in the UK on a new label (Nebula) and with an extra track added - a mutimedia version
of the songs video. The release date has now been confirmed as September 6th.
Track listing as follows:
Nebula is a UK-based dance label which has probably just picked up the license for
this track only so it is not expected to see a switch of label for any future releases.
Information Source - Shawn Berry, Jerome and Jobbo from the EMB
and EnigmaMusic.com
New Solo Jens Gad Track Appears on Compilation Album August 3, 2004
A solo Jens Gad track was choosen to be part of the new Cafe Del Mar series on chillout
albums. The track is called "ART NOVEAU" and it can be found on the
Cafe Del Mar Vol 11 album - (CAFEDELMAR CDM1200429CD). The song features a very laid back
vibe which also features many touches of his Enigma persona, and you can hear that he
has learnt much from working with Michael Cretu over the years. For an EXCLUSIVE listen to
the FULL track click the link below:
Information Source - Music sample from Miljko54 & :://riDDler from the EMB
and EnigmaMusic.com
June 2004
No Enigma Songs featured on the "Official" 2004 Olympics albums! June 28, 2004
After a 6 month rumor it is now known that Enigma will not be featured on any of
the 3 "Official" Olympic albums. EMI/Virgin announced the 1st album track list 2 weeks ago
and this was the first sign that Enigma was not included in the "2004 Athens Olympics"
Album Compilations The first album is titled "Unity" and the other 2 are
"Harmony" and "Phos".
Information Source - EnigmaMusica.com
May 2004
"Boum Boum" Video Available to View May 15, 2004
Virgin Germany has made available a 30 sec clip of the new Enigma single
"Boum Boum". The single is now set for a commerical
release in Germany on June 21, 2004. Radio airplay can begin on May 10th and the video
will be ready for distribution to media outlets on June 9th. We are pelased to be able to
feature the 30 sec clip of "Boum Boum":
Information Source - Virgin Germany and EnigmaMusic.com - Still pics from Onur from the EMB
"Boum Boum" Single Release Date Change Again! May 4, 2004
Virgin Germany has changed the release date yet again of the new Enigma single
"Boum Boum" - it will now be June 21st, 2004 (the longest day of the year).
Radio airplay can begin on May 10th and tyhe video will be ready for distribution to media outlets
on June 9th. You can also find full deatils and scans of the "Boum Boum"
single on the Enigma Discography Page
We are pelased to be able to play the full version of the "Chicane Club Version - Boum Boum".
Information Source - Virgin Germany and EnigmaMusic.com
April 2004
"Boum Boum" Single Release Date Now Confirmed April 16, 2004
Virgin Germany confirmed that the release date of the new Enigma single
"Boum Boum" will now be May 24, 2004. The Video for the single
has finally been completed and approved. You can also find full deatils and scans of the "Boum Boum"
single on the Enigma Discography Page
I have also recieved the full single from Virgin and we are pelased to be able to play the full version of the
"Chicane Club Version - Boum Boum".
Information Source - Virgin Germany and EnigmaMusic.com
"Boum Boum" Single Release delayed again! April 5, 2004
Virgin Germany confirmed that the impending release of the new Enigma single
"Boum Boum" has been pushed back again until May 17, 2004.
You can also find full deatils and scans of the "Boum Boum"
single on the Enigma Discography Page
I have also recieved the full single from Virgin and we are pelased to be able to play the full version of the
"Chicane Club Version - Boum Boum".
Information Source - Virgin Germany and EnigmaMusic.com
March 2004
EXCLUSIVE - Full "Boum Boum" Chicane Remix Audio March 21, 2004
I have recieved the full single from Virgin and we are pelased to be able to play the full version of the
"Chicane Club Version - Boum Boum". Virgin can not confirm
the release date yet of the single until the video is complete. You can pre-order the single online from
AMAZON.DE
and they have a reference date of April 19th, 2004 listed on it order page. CHICANE and
WALLY LOPEZ Real Audio samples:
You can also find full deatils and scans of the "Boum Boum"
single on the Enigma Discography Page
Information Source - Virgin Germany and EnigmaMusic.com
Boum Boum Release Date Latest March 14, 2004
Still nothing official about the release date of the NEW Enigma single "Boum Boum"
from Virgin but AMAZON.DE has a reference date of
April 19th, 2004 listed on it order page. Virgin has said the video is still in post production and
final acceptance and until this is complete no date can be formally set. More news as it comes in so
keep checking back on your favorite Enigma web page for the latest info!! CHICANE and
WALLY LOPEZ Real Audio samples:
Information Source - Shawn Berry and EnigmaMusic.com
Boum Boum Release Delay March 7, 2004
The expected March 15th release date of the NEW Enigma single "Boum Boum"
is expected to get pushed back slightly. The new date has not yet been confirmed but the release is expected
to still go ahead. The video has been shot and is still in post production. More news as it comes in so keep checking back on your
favorite Enigma web page for the latest info!! CHICANE and WALLY LOPEZ Real Audio samples:
Information Source - EnigmaMusica.com and EnigmaMusic.com
February 2004
EXCLUSIVE - Boum Boum Remix Audio Samples February 19, 2004
The long awaited 3rd Enigma single "Boum Boum" can now be
featured EXCLUSIVELY in EnigmaMusic.com and EnigmaMusica.com. The remixes have been done by CHICANE and
WALLY LOPEZ and the single features 5 tracks. Click on track to hear Real Audio samples:
Information Source - EnigmaMusica.com and EnigmaMusic.com
Boum Boum Release Date Finally Announced February 10, 2004
Virgin finally announced the release date for the new Enigma single
"Boum Boum" - it will be March 15th 2004. No other release details are known as
of yet. The single features 5 tracks remixed by Chicane and Wally Lopez. Track listing as follows:
1. Chicane Radio Edit 3:41
2. Enigma Radio Edit 3:43
3. Wally Lopez Radio Edit 3:22
4. Chicane Club Version 5:01
5. Wally Lopez Club Version 9:33
Information Source - Virgin Germany and EnigmaMusic.com
January 2004
E1 DVD Finally Available In The USA - Boum Boum Release News January 14, 2004
The much acclaimed "Enigma 1 - The Complete Album"
DVD is now on sale in the USA after a long delay and this offers fans in North America a
first chance to see and own the classic "visual" version of the complete album. Until now has only
been available in Europe in Video and DVD format. This item is a "must have" for every Enigma fan and
can be ordered by
The "Boum Boum" single will most likely not be released
until around March time according to Virgin Germany.
Information Source - Shawn Berry, Virgin Germany and EnigmaMusic.com
Boum Boum Track Listing Released January 11, 2004
Crocodile Music has announced the track listing for the forthcoming Enigma single
"Boum Boum". The single features 5 tracks remixed by Chicane
and Wally Lopez. Track listing as follows:
1. Chicane Radio Edit 3:41
2. Enigma Radio Edit 3:41
3. Wally Lopez Radio Edit 3:22
4. Chicane Club Version 5:01
5. Wally Lopez Club Version 9:33
No release date has been set as of yet, but keep checking back for the latest details!
Information Source - Crocodile Music
DECEMBER 2003
Seasons Greetings from EnigmaMusic.com December 21, 2003
SEASONS GREETINGS and a HAPPY NEW YEAR I would like to wish all Enigma Fans from around
the world that have taken the time to visit the EnigmaMusic.com web site over the last year SEASONS GREETINGS
and a HAPPY NEW YEAR. This has been another tremendous year for the web page which hit the 1 Million hit mark and
has again grown from the success 2002. Each year since it's 1997 inception the EnigmaMusic.com web page has grown beyond my
wildest expectations. Each year it enables us all to meet and make new friends as well as keep contact
with ones that have been here since the start. Many thanks to all of those friends and fans that have
helped work and contribute on the web page during this last year: ~ JimC ~ MotherNature (Sherry) ~ Michele ~ messickc (Chris) ~ Stargazer (Kris) ~
God's Toy (Peter) ~ SidheQueen (Candi) ~ Dipthong (Tim) ~ Alonso ~ Robert Seagle ~ Taha ~
our friends at Virgin Germany ~ Crocodile Music ~ and everyone that has contributed in some small way
We all look forward to the coming year 2004 for Peace, Health and the Brand New Enigma album!
Information Source - EnigmaMusic.com
Boum Boum Remixers and Video Director Confirmed
December 8, 2003
Virgin did confirm today that the 2 remixers for the next Enigma single
"Boum Boum" will be as announced last week as Chicane
and Wally Lopez. The director of the video to accompany the single release will be "Powers Of 10"
a.k.a. design icon Charles Eames. So as my contact says Design Innovator meets Sound Innovator !!
No date has been set for the release just yet but keep watching this space for the latest updates
Click the link below to hear the official Radio Edit of "Boum Boum"
taken from the 1 track promo single - listen carefully to a slightly different mix.
Information Source - Virgin Germany and EnigmaMusic.com
Boum Boum Will be Next Single - Enigma in 2004 Olympics?
December 4, 2003
"Boum Boum" is almost certain to be released as the next Enigma
single but as of yet Virgin can not confirm any date, track listing or which countries it will be
released in. Asking them to confirm that Chicane and Wally Lopez will be the
"Boum Boum" remixers there comment was that Michael will not decide
this until next week. Enigma management though has mentioned that both of these 2 remixers are strongly
being considered.
No conformation either as of yet to rumors that Micahel Cretu has been asked to write a song or songs for
the 2004 Olympics to be held in Athens Greece. Virgin commented that it is too early to make
any statements regarding this - so watch this space for more info!!
Click the link below to hear the official Radio Edit of Boum Boum taken from the 1 track
promo single - listen carefully to a slightly different mix.
Information Source - Virgin Germany, Stefan XXX11 @ EMB, :://riDDler @EMB,
and EnigmaMusic.com
NOVEMBER 2003
Cretu Interview Suggests Production for Ruth Ann and Angel next!
November 23, 2003
Michael Cretu gave an interview to German Radio Station Radio Eins
and suggested me may produce new material for Ruth Ann and Return to Innocence singer Angel in 2004.
The interview was in German only and can be heard by going to the radio station like above.
The radio edit from the new Enigma single "Following The Sun"
can now be heard by clicking the link below. We can also now feature the full length version of the
Fab 4 remix of "Voyageur" which also appears as the 3rd track
on the "Following The Sun" single.
Information Source - Johnny*CW* @ the EMB, translation by Apollinaris
@ EMB and EnigmaMusic.com
Udo Lange the Music Boss That Signed Enigma - Leaves Virgin
November 17, 2003
A party was held in Munich on Friday Nov 14th to honor the music entrepreneur that signed Enigma/Michael
Cretu to Virgin - Udo Lange. Lange was a friend and fan of Michael Cretu and Sandra music and
consequently signed them both to record deals at Virgin in the 80's. The farewell party was attended by
both Michael and Sandra as well as some surprise guests including Louisa Stanely (now married and a
mother of 3) and almost all of the people who worked for Virgin at some point in the company's history. I do not have all of
the reasons why Lange is leaving Virgin but it is thought to be another round of cost cutting by the
parent group EMI who like many other record companies loosing money due to lack lustre music sales.
Udo Lange was from a generation of true music gurus who knew the business and music scene and was never
frightened to take a risk on what he believed in - hence Enigma 1. His influence will be truly missed
at Virgin/EMI Germany
Information Source - EnigmaMusic.com
OCTOBER 2003
New Enigma Single's Audio Samples October 29, 2003
The 2 new Enigma singles "Following The Sun" and "Boum Boum"
have been both been released in promo version already and the release dates remain the same of
November 10, 2003. The German release of "Following The Sun" will
co-incide with the TV show "Das Wunder von Lengede" on the SAT1 channel in Germany on
November 9th & 10th. "Boum Boum" can be released in any country as
an alternative single on the same date. The "Fab 4 Mix" of "Voyageur" remixed by Cretu and Gad
can now be heard in Real Audio format by clicking the link below.
Information Source - Virgin Germany and EnigmaMusic.com
2 New Enigma Single's Announced / Audio Samples October 13, 2003
Hot on the heels
of the "Voyageur" single release Virgin announced today that 2 new singles will be available -
yes you read it right 2 new singles!! - "Following The Sun" will be released as a single in Germany
on November 10, 2003. This is to coincide with the track airing on a trailer for the TV show "Das Wunder von Lengede" on
the SAT1 channel on November 9th & 10th. No new mixes have been made for the single, just a radio edit and album version.
Also added is a Cretu and Gad remix called "Fab 4 Mix" of "Voyageur" Following The Sun
The other single release will be "Boum-Boum" which any country that has a singles chart can pick
up. For now the record company is issuing a 1 track only promo to see if there is any interest before announcing any remixes
or release dates.
Boum-Boum
Information Source - Virgin Germany and EnigmaMusic.com
"Voyageur" Single Remixes October 8, 2003
The new Enigma
single "Voyageur" was finally released in Germany only on September 29, 2003. The single contains
3 remixes by Michel Cretu and Jens Gad:
The UK single release was cancelled by Virgin at the last minute.
Information Source - EnigmaMusic.com
SEPTEMBER 2003
Updated "Voyageur" International Release Dates September 15, 2003
Updated
"Voyageur" international release dates (listed alphabetically):
September 30: Argentina
October 6: Australia
September 30: Canada
October 25: China
September 20: Columbia
September 16: France
September 17: Hungary
October 8: Indonesia
September 26: Japan
September 19: Korea
September 15: Malaysia
October 6: New Zealand
September 24: Sweden
September 15: Turkey
September 29: USA
Keep checking here for all the latest information on the "Voyageur" release and for all other
Enigma news.
Information Source - Virgin Germany and EnigmaMusic.com
Latest "Voyageur" and E1 DVD Release Dates September 9, 2003
Some latest
"Voyageur" album & E1 DVD release info:
September 8: Most of Europe and the UK "Voyageur" album & E1 DVD
September 16: France "Voyageur" album & E1 DVD
September 24: Sweden "Voyageur" album
September 26: Japan *tentative* "Voyageur"
September 29: Germany "Voyageur" Single
September 30: USA "Voyageur"
October 8: Sweden "Voyageur" Single & E1 DVD
Want to WIN some neat "Voyageur" goodies? Virgin Germany is currently running a competition with
some special gifts and give away albums and autographed pictures. To Enter please
Click Here Now!!!
Information Source - Tim Carney @ EnigmaMusic.com
View the "Voyageur" Video September 3, 2003
Virgin
made available today the video of the forthcoming Enigma single "Voyageur". The single is due
for release in Europe on September 29th 2003. The video was directed by Thomas Job, the same director who made "Gravity
of Love" and "Push The Limits" from Enigma 4 and was shot on location in Prague.
I have finally completed
my review of the brand new Enigma album "Voyageur". This is the most complete Enigma album since
E1 and a must for all fans. The review is intended to give you a first impression of what the album is like and to give
some valuable advice for how best to listen to this wonderful album.
Information Source - Crocodile Music, Virgin Germany and EnigmaMusic.com
AUGUST 2003
Cretu "Voyageur" Interviews August 27, 2003
Virgin Records
released 3 interviews given by Michael Cretu to coincide with the release of the brand new album "Voyageur".
He describes the agonies he faced creating this new album and a track by track account of each song. Also 3 brand new pictures
of Cretu to accompany the interviews are also released.
Information Source - Crocodile Music, Virgin Germany and EnigmaMusic.com
Sandra Fans - "Arabesque Best Of" Album Available Online August 25, 2003
A super treat for Sandra
fans who love the early Arabesque hits - a "Best Of Vol 1" double CD featuring 28 hits for the
late 70's and early 80's. The super budget priced compilation is now for sale at
Monopol Records Online Shop in Germany for only
12 Euros approx US$13.00). This CD compilation can only be purchased from the online shop - so for the complete track listing
and music samples.
Crocodile-Music the management company of
Enigma has featured 3 samples taken from the forthcoming new Enigma album "Voyageur" The first
one is the title track which is featured full length on our Voyageur
World Premier Page. The other 2 samples are the last track on the album called:
We also feature a brand new picture of Michael Cretu (see left) in which we can see his brand new look.
More news of the
"Voyageur" "Limited Edition" that will feature a jewel case that is specially printed with the
art work onto the plastic. The CD effect is "see through" and the booklet is round and hidden under the CD in the tray holder.
Information Source - Crocodile Music, Virgin Germany, Enigmamusica.com and EnigmaMusic.com
Some "Voyageur" Release Dates August 21, 2003
Virgin has
given out some release dates from around the world for the brand new Enigma album "Voyageur" This
is what we have so far:
Germany September 8th
Switzerland - September 8th
Holland - September 8th
France - September 8th
UK - September 8th
USA - September 30th
Canada - To Be Announced
Japan - September 26th
Australia - October 6th (may change)
The single release in most countries has not been decided - the record company is going with promo's in countries that have
a singles market - and then they will decide if there is enough interest in that country to go with a full single release.
Information Source - Virgin Records Germany & EnigmaMusic.com
"Voyageur" Single Finally Lands At EnigmaMusic.com August 17, 2003
The
brand new Enigma single "Voyageur" has landed at our web page. We have created a very special
preview page for the "World Premier" of the song. The single will be released in Europe on September 29th, 2003 with the
album of the same name 3 weeks previous on September 8th.2003. The bold new Enigma sound is now only 1 click away. Real
Audio player is required to play this song and a free download is available from the special "Voyageur"
presentation page.
Many thanks to our friends at Virgin Germany for their help in making this Premier possible.
Information Source - Virgin Records Germany & EnigmaMusic.com
USA "Voyageur" Release Date Confirmed August 12, 2003
The brand new
Enigma album "Voyageur" will be released in the USA on September 30th, 2003 Virgin confirmed today.
The single is not expected to be released in the US at this time. Most other countries dates are targeted for September
8th and I am in the process of finding out the exceptions if any.
Information Source - Virgin Germany and EnigmaMusic.com
"Voyageur" Album Sleeve August 7, 2003
The brand new
single "Voyageur" which was scheduled for a August 25th release date has now been pushed back
until September 29th, 2003. The single will be available to radio stations to play from August 11th onwards. The release
date of the brand new album of the same name "Voyageur" is now being confirmed as September 8th,
2003 and no delay is expected. The later date of the single is too enable more promotion after the albums release rather
than before.
No other information on the albums worldwide release dates as of yet - but rumors are that the USA date will be at the end
of September. This is still a rumor and as soon as I have some concrete information it will be announced.
The "Limited Edition" of the new album that has been publicized on some online CD shops across Europe consists of a special
sleeve configuration only. It is not a DigiPak release but something really special and very different from the description
I have been given. More details in the coming days - so stay tuned!
Information Source - Virgin Germany and EnigmaMusic.com
JULY 2003
"Voyageur" Album Sleeve July 31, 2003
The album sleeve
for the new Enigma album "Voyageur" was found on Amazon.de today. Release date is still being
confirmed by Virgin for September 8th, 2003. Track listing for the album is as follows:
01. From East to West 02. Voyageur 03. Incognito 04. Page of Cups 05. Boum Boum 06. Total Eclipse Of The Moon 07. Look of
Today 08. In the Shadow In The Light 09. Weightless 10. The Piano 11. Following The Sun
Singers and Writers Announced for New Enigma Album "Voyageur" July 30, 2003
Revealed today and confirmed by all of the "official" sources is that both Ruth Ann and Andru Donalds
are vocalists again on the new Enigma album "Voyageur" Crocodile-Music also revealed the writers
of each of the tracks on the album:
01. From East to West ( Music: Michael Cretu )
02. Voyageur ( Music: Michael Cretu/Jens Gad Lyrics: Michael Cretu )
03. Incognito ( Music and Lyrics Michael Cretu )
04. Page of Cups ( Music : Michael Cretu/Jens Gad )
05. Boum Boum ( Music and Lyrics : Michael Cretu ) Duet with Ruth-Ann/Andru Donalds
06. Total Eclipse Of The Moon ( Music and Lyrics : Michael Cretu )
07. Look of Today ( Music and Lyrics : Michael Cretu )
08. In the Shadow In The Light ( Music and Lyrics : Michael Cretu ) Vocals by Andru Donalds
09. Weightless ( Music and Lyrics : Michael Cretu )
10. The Piano ( Music : Michael Cretu/Jens Gad )
11. Following The Sun ( Music and Lyrics : Michael Cretu ) Vocals by Ruth-Ann
The release date is still listed as September 8th on Virgin's web page and there seems some confusion on the Crocodile-Music
web page between the single and album dates. I will attempt to have a solid answer ASAP. The single is being issued to European
radio stations on August 11th, and it is up to each station to decide if it reaches their play list or not.
Information Source - Virgin Germany, Crocodile Music, EnigmaMusic.com and Onur Tezgeldi from the
EMB
Track Listing For New Enigma Album "Voyageur" July 21, 2003
The final track listing has now been announced by Virgin Germany for the September 8th, 2003 release
of "Voyageur". The track listing is as follows:
01. FROM EAST TO WEST 4:10
02. VOYAGEUR 4:36
03. INCOGNITO 4:24
04. PAGE OF CUPS 7:00
05. BOUM - BOUM 4:30
06. TOTAL ECLIPSE OF THE MOON 2:16
07. LOOK OF TODAY 3:44
08. IN THE SHADOW, IN THE LIGHT 5:33
09. WEIGHTLESS 2:18
10. THE PIANO 3:00
11. FOLLOWING THE SUN 5:48
Information Source - Virgin Germany, Crocodile Music and EnigmaMusic.com
More Details of the Enigma MCMXC a.D. and Sandra DVD's July 15, 2003
More information has now surfaced for both of the Enigma and Sandra DVD releases slated for September
releases.
"Enigma MCMXC a.D. - The Complete Album" * The original video converted into DVD in 5.1 Dolby Stereo.
* Individual videos of Sadeness, Mea Culpa, Principals of Lust and Rivers of Belief
( Beginnings and endings slightly longer than E1 Video album version )
* Press interviews for E2, E3 (approx 20 min each) and the making of Turnaround.
Release date scheduled for September 8th 2003 in Europe.
"Sandra - The Complete History" 23 videos including some rare videos:
* "Andy Mein Freund" - which she recorded when she was 13 years old.
* Cover version of Alphavilles "Big In Japan"
* 2 Arabesque songs - "Marigot Bay" and "Take Me, Don't Break Me" with footage from performances at "Musikladen" ( Huge
German TV show at the time )
* Bonus DVD Rom with all of the Lyrics
* New biography in German, English and French
* Discography
Release date scheduled for September 8th 2003 in Europe.
Information Source - Virgin Germany and EnigmaMusic.com
New Enigma Album "Voyageur" Could Be Slightly Delayed July 9 & 10, 2003
Virgin Germany announced on it's web page on July 9 that that it has delayed the new Enigma album
"Voyageur" until September 22, 2003. But it changed back again on July 10th to the original date
of Sept 8th. My guess is that it will change and that the web crew at Virgin changed it too quickly. In the meantime I'll
change it back to September 8th until they can get their act together!! The single of the same name is still listed as the
same date of August 25th, 2003.
Information Source - Virgin Germany and EnigmaMusic.com
Sandra News and EXCLUSIVE FIRST LOOK - SANDRA DVD COVER July 7, 2003
Good
news for all of our SANDRA fans! The SANDRA The Complete History DVD shows all of her videos with
material from the Arabesque era and 2 songs from the period when Sandra made records solely in the German language from
quite a few years ago. This will also be released September 8th, 2003 in Germany and Europe! My
sources at Virgin Records have been kind enough to provide us with an exclusive first look at the cover for the upcoming
DVD release.
Information Source - Virgin Germany, Crocodile Music and EnigmaMusic.com
UPDATE - MCMXC a.D. DVD Release Date July 7, 2003
Small
details are beginning to surface on the release of a new DVD of the MCMXC a.D. album. Virgin records has today included
a spot in their Enigma discography section that shows a planned release date for the new MCMXC a.D. DVD of
8 September, 2003. This coincides with the release of the new Enigma album
"Voyageur". It is known that the sound format will be 5.1 stereo but no further details as yet so keep watching
here for the latest information.
Information Source - Virgin Germany and EnigmaMusic.com
JUNE 2003
NEW ENIGMA ALBUM AND SINGLE - "VOYAGEUR" June 26, 2003
At long last both Virgin Germany and Crocodile Music Management confirmed today that the NEW Enigma
5 album will be called "Voyageur". The release date for the album will be September
8th, 2003. A single of the same name will be released 2 weeks before the album on August 25th,
2003. These dates are both proposed for Germany and Europe with other countries following a similar but possibly
slightly later time frame. Track listing expected to follow very soon so keep watching this space for further details. GREAT
NEWS FOR ALL ENIGMA FANS!!
Information Source - Virgin Germany, Crocodile Music and EnigmaMusic.com
EXCLUSIVE NEW FEATURE - The Jens Gad Web Page June 16, 2003
FINALLY after a long
wait, EnigmaMusic.com has created a tribute to the mysterious Enigma co-producer. The page is appropriately named "Jens
Gad - Artist - Producer - Musician" and has been created with the help of Jens Gad personally. The web site contains a biography,
discography, studio pictures and the full equipment specs of his studio.
Nothing much has changed since last month, the new E-V album is still being conceived and produced
by Michael and Jens in the new studio, and is not yet complete as this goes to press. For fans that have never been through
an Enigma album release before this is pretty normal procedure for us the eager fans to endure. Michael has to be completely
happy with the album before he gives it to the record company for release. Thanks for being patient and more updates will
appear on this Enigma News page as they become available.
Information Source - EnigmaMusic.com
APRIL 2003
Nothing New to Report on E5! April 10, 2003
There have been a lot of bad rumors circulating recently regarding a May 19, 2003 release date on the
new E-V ( Enigma 5 ) album. There is no truth in these rumors according to Virgin Germany, as the album has still not been
completed. As soon as they have a confirmed release date they will inform EnigmaMusic.com with the news - keep watching
this space for the latest news on the release!!!!
Information Source - Virgin Germany and EnigmaMusic.com
MARCH 2003
Virgin Canada Issues "Platinum Collection" edition of LSD March 31, 2003
A specially packaged edition of
the LSD album has been released by Virgin Canada this month. The release is called "Platinum Collection
- Love Sensuality Devotion - The Greatest Hits" and has a special cardboard outer slipcover in platinum color. This
cover features on both sides embossed lettering with raised dots. The left side of the front has a smaller version of the
original LSD artwork. The back has the same configuration but with the track listing running on the left side and the EMI
Canada logo. The track listing is the same as the original release and this is a collectors item. Only available in Canada
for a limited time.
Information Source - Virgin Germany and EnigmaMusic.com
Europe Only Sandra Compilation Release March 17, 2003
A special Sandra compilation
album is to be released by Virgin for Europe only on April 1, 2003. The album will be the "18-Greatest
Hits" which should be issued at a budget promotional price. The track listing is as follows: 1.Maria Magdalena 2.In The Heat Of The Night 3.Little Girl 4.Innocent Love 5.Hi! Hi! Hi! 6.Loreen 7.Midnight
Man 8.Everlasting Love 9.Stop For A Minute 10.Heaven Can Wait 11.Secret Land 12.We'll Be Together 13.Around My Heart 14.Hiroshima
15.(Life May Be) A Big Insanity 16.One More Night 17.Don't Be Aggressive 18.Johnny Wanna Live
Both of these French online shops have it listed for sale:
Information Source - Jim from the EMB, Lucio, Virgin Germany & EnigmaMusic.com
FEBRUARY 2003
Sandra DVD Release expected in 2003 - E5 News February 11, 2003
I have learned today that a brand new Sandra DVD is planned for release sometime this year. Early plans
are already under way to feature a pictorial and video history of Sandra from the 80's thru present day. The DVD will not
just be a conversion of the 1987 "Ten on One" and the 1992 "18-Greatest Hits"
videos previously released, but a more comprehensive compilation of her career. At this time it is too early to reveal the
full content and any release date of the DVD - but keep watching this space for more details as we receive them. Please
do not contact the record company or the management of Sandra as this only creates extra workloads for these people.
Enigma 5 is still in production in the new studio in Ibiza and is following the time frame I laid out in last months report.
As soon as I have more information I'll post it on here on the Enigma News Page.
Information Source - EnigmaMusic.com
JANUARY 2003
E5 Latest Update! January 20, 2003
The latest rumors from Ibiza are that the new E5 album is still in production but nearing completion.
No date as to when Michael feels the new album will be ready, but by all accounts the main tracks are completed with just
the vocals to be recorded and mixed - and then the whole album can be mastered before handing over to Virgin Records. Then
Virgin will have to co-ordinate the whole schedule for a worldwide release date - then go into production of the CD in each
country. So please be patient and keep checking back for the latest updates.
Information Source - EnigmaMusic.com
Sadeness Orchestral Remix Performed January 4, 2003
BBC Radio
in the UK has aired a very unique Sadeness remix that was performed on 16th October 2002 by the BBC Concert Orchestra. It
was part of a live 2 hour show. The show was called
"BBC Club Classical" and included other great tracks like Cafe del Mar (Energy 52), Sweet Lullaby (Deep Forest), Rapture
(Iio), Harry's Game (Clannad) and many more. Club Classical, "the ultimate chill-out live" was launched in October 2002
as a three concert series, bringing relaxing classical music, with a new slant, onto the live concert platform.
Anne Dudley arranged, conducted and performed in the concert. She is famous for doing such tracks as Moments in Love (Art
of Noise). She played the piano for the concert, which I don't think makes an appearance in this track. Anne was also credited
on the sleeve of the E2 album as samples were taken from her
Songs from the Victorious City
album
The concert was originally aired on BBC Radio 3 on the 30th December 2002. This is where this recording has come from. A
CD is planned to be released by EMI, however if you live in the UK the concert was so popular a re-run is planned for 1st
February, which (I think) is being played on Radio 3 on February 2nd 2003.
The Sadness (Part 1) track was played in a set of just two tracks. It was set number 4 called 'What Dreams May Come', it
contained 'Les Nuits (Nightmares on Wax)' then Sadeness part 1 (Enigma). It's a lovely version of the classic and very different
from any other version you've ever heard.
An Enigma Mystery Solved - Jens Gad Picture Exclusive!! December 21, 2002
Many many times over the past 10 years I have been asked these questions - Who Is Jens Gad?
What does Jens Gad look like?
What has Jens Gad worked on before Enigma?
Is Jens Gad a real person or an alias used by Michael Cretu?
Why is Jens Gad so elusive? Well now all of the questions can be answered - I have been lucky enough to establish communications with Jens and
I was delighted to receive some pictures of Enigma, TAAW and Sandra's elusive co-producer and writer. In the coming weeks
I am putting together a more comprehensive "Who is Jens Gad" web page on this site. But in the meantime I would like to
give you all a early Xmas present with a sneak preview of Jens. As far as I am aware this is the first picture ever of Jens
Gad...anywhere!!....and needless to say we at www.EnigmaMusic.com are so pleased we could bring you this exclusive photo.
This picture was taken inside his brand new home studio in Ibiza. Jens is very proud of this studio as he built most of
it himself - more of that in the coming weeks on his special page.
The Latest E5 News - Seasons Greetings December 16, 2002
Unfortunately there is not much news to report on the progress of the E5 release. I have had first
hand news though, that Michael and Jens are still currently working hard in the studio on the new album ( week of December
9th ), but there have been no completion dates given to the record company as of yet. Back in July Michael was optimistic
that he would be able to hand over the completed album to Virgin by the end of 2002, with a possible release date of Jan/Feb
2003. This now looks highly unlikely, and with the album still currently in production even a release date at the end of
the 1st quarter now looks somewhat dubious. Obviously Virgin has nothing to add at this point, which is fully understandable
as they are patiently waiting like the rest of us.
SEASONS GREETINGS and a HAPPY NEW YEAR I would like to wish all Enigma Fans from around
the world that have taken the time to visit the EnigmaMusic.com web site over the last year SEASONS GREETINGS
and a HAPPY NEW YEAR. This has been another tremendous year for the web page which has again grown from the success
2001. Each year since it's 1997 inception the EnigmaMusic.com web page has grown beyond my wildest expectations. Each year
it enables us all to meet and make new friends as well as keep contact with ones that have been here since the start. Many
thanks to all of those friends and fans that have helped work and contribute on the web page during this last year: ~ JimC ~ MotherNature ~ Michele ~ Saxx ~ Robert Seagle ~ messickc ~ Stargazer ~
our friends at Virgin Germany ~ Crocodile Music ~ Gunter ~ Alex ~ Eynav ~ Tim (aka Enigma630)
~ Taha ~ Edu and Marijke~ Dawson ~ Roberto ~ Alonso ~
We all look forward to the coming year 2003 for Peace, Health and the Brand New Enigma album!
Information Source - EnigmaMusic.com
NOVEMBER 2002
Probable E5 Delay!! November 4, 2002
The possibility of the new Enigma 5 album being released in the 1st part of 2003 now looks unlikely
to happen. Michael Cretu first announced back in late July, on German TV t hat he was hopeful to have the album completed
by the end of 2002 with a possible Jan/Feb release date. Since the move into the new house in late September, Michael has
been back working again on E5. But realistically the time required for both Cretu to finish the album and for Virgin to
co-ordinate worldwide release in Jan/Feb 2003 is looking ominous. I spoke with Virgin today and they mentioned that "they
can not confirm a release date of the new album at this time", which reading between the lines confirms that the initial
optimism for the early 2003 release date has subsided. Although the Jan/Feb date is still achievable by both parties, do
not be surprised that the E5 release date would now be pushed back into the 2nd quarter of 2003. As with other Enigma album
releases this type of release uncertainty is always common place, but I do know for a fact that Michael is working hard
on E5 as this report goes to press.
Information Source - EnigmaMusic.com
OCTOBER 2002
Enigma LSD Show Competition and News October 24, 2002
Virgin Germany is running a competition for 3 sets of 2 FREE tickets to see the
"Enigma LSD Laser, Video and Light show" at the Munich Planetarium
"FORUM DER TECHNIK" on Nov 2nd. Just answer the following question
to win tickets for the ENIGMA Show in Munich:
What does L S D mean?
Send Virgin Germany your answer by October 28th, 2002 to info@virgin.de and PLEASE do
not forget to include your postal address. This competition is being run by our friends Virgin Germany.
The 50 minute LSD show was especially designed for the dome structures of planetarium. It contains all of the ENIGMA Videos
combined with spectacular laser effects created by the completely new developed ZULIP (Zeiss Universal Laser Image Projector).
Information source - Virgin Germany,Sampl@y & EnigmaMusic.com
New Sandra Single - "I Close My Eyes" October 9, 2002
The brand new Sandra single
"I Close My Eyes" is still on target to be released in Germany on November 11, 2002. The new single
(sleeve to the left ) features this track listing: 1. I Close My Eyes 4:08sec 2. Forgive Me - Chill Out Radio Mix 4:18sec
3. Wheel of Time 4:09sec 4. Forever - Multimedia Video
The track is a ballad written by Andy Hard a.k.a. Angel the singer of the Enigma track "Return To Innocence". Peter Ries
remixed the "Forgive Me" track. The Cat number for the single is - Virgin 7243 546792 09
Enigma LSD Show will open in Munich Planetarium September 24, 2002
Virgin Germany confirmed to me today that the Enigma LSD Laser, Video and Light show - that made it's
debut in the Hamburg Planetarium last year - will now open at the Munich Planetarium. The Planetarium is also known under
the name of "FORUM DER TECHNIK" and currently features many different
rock shows and exhibitions within it's complex and Imax theatre. The Enigma LSD show will start on November 2nd 2002 and
is operated by Sampl@y - the company that designed and dreamed the concept. The Hamburg Planaterium show ended in July due
to major renovations and maintenance within the complex.
Information source - Virgin Germany & EnigmaMusic.com
Michael and Sandra finally get to move September 5, 2002
Finally Michael and
Sandra get to move into their brand new house and studio in Ibiza. After many years of plans, design, planning permission
and building the house and studio it is now complete. The move into the new studio has finally begun and most of the details
are now complete. All of the recording equipment has been moved and installed and is back up and in working order. Allowing
for a few weeks of disruption until the final move is complete, Michael should be back recording the new Enigma 5 album
by the end of September. It has been a long time since this house project has been initiated and the Cretu's are both happy
at the final completion of the project. I wish the Cretu family the happiness in their beautiful new house. Now onto the
new Enigma album!! :-)
Information source - EnigmaMusic.com
AUGUST 2002
Another track selected for Sandra single! August 22, 2002
Crocodile Music announced 2 news briefs, one contradicting the other on a new Sandra single and track
listing. The first one announced that the new single would be "I Close My Eyes". This track was
to be accompanied by 2 other "Wheel of Time" album tracks - Silent Running and Wheel of Time.
Then later in the day this was changed to the now confirmed track listing: 1. I Close my eyes 2. Forgive
Me - Chill Out Mix 3. Wheel of time 4. Forever - Multimedia Video
The release date for the single is not until November 11, 2002 in Germany and you can only think this was done to promote
the album for the Christmas sales period. The track is a ballad written by Andy Hard a.k.a. Angel the singer of the Enigma
track "Return To Innocence"
Information source - Crocodile Music
Michael Cretu Speaks about E5! August 1, 2002
Michael Cretu spoke in an interview with German
TV about the release of the forthcoming new Enigma 5 album. Speaking during an interview from his restaurant "Goya" in Ibiza
he mentions that he is hopeful to have the production completed by the end of 2002, and the album ready for release on either
January or February of 2003. Cretu does not mention anything about the title or content during the interview but he does
look happy and healthy! ( see pictures from the interview along this news brief ). Virgin confirmed they are working hard
along the same time frame as Cretu mentions, but they added cautiously, that dates this far in advance for a world released
can always change.
Information source - Lars Doerwald, Sandrainfo.de, Nicolas and Stargazer from the EMB and Virgin
Germany
JULY 2002
Sandra Single Now Officially Cancelled July 31, 2002
The proposed new Sandra
single "Forgive Me" has now been "officially" cancelled by Virgin Records due to a lack of radio
station interest. Virgin are still hopeful that radio will pick it up in the coming months and that could re-kindle a release.
Information source - Virgin Germany and EnigmaMusic.com
JUNE 2002
Sandra Single Track Listing June 18, 2002
The track listing for
the proposed new Sandra single "Forgive Me" is as follows: 1. Forgive Me [Radio Edit] 3:57 2. Forgive Me [Chill Out Mix] 6:01 Remixed by Peter Reis 3. Forgive
Me [Dance Mix] 8:08 Remixed by Wolfgang Filz 4. Forgive Me [Chill Out Radio Edit] 4:18 Remixed by Peter Ries
Still no news on the actual release date yet - keep checking back for the latest news.
Information source - Virgin Germany and EnigmaMusic.com
New Sandra Single Announced June 13, 2002
It was announced today
by Sandra management that there will be a new Sandra single released probably in July. The single will be
"Forgive Me" and is one of the premier tracks from the new album "Wheel of
Time"
The re-mixers of the track will be Peter Ries and Wolfgang Filz, but the release date and track listing is still un-confirmed.
The promo has just been serviced to radio stations in Germany and you can hear a full version of it below.
Information source - Crocodile Music and Riddler from the EMB
MAY 2002
E5 Rumors Confirmed May 9, 2002
Over the last few months rumors have been circulating that Michael Cretu had started some work on a
new Enigma album. Sandra's album was finally handed over to Virgin in February. Since that time we heard some rumblings
that a new Enigma project was in the early stages. These rumors were finally confirmed today in a e-mail from the management
company Crocodile Music. Stefano from the EMB asked what project was following the Sandra album and the answer was "demo's
for a new Enigma album". But the new project, as always with Enigma, is still a very long way off. The new Enigma album
will be delayed by Michael and Sandra finally moving into their new house and studio complex. The move will take place over
the next 4-5 months. The mixing desk is also due for some updates and this will be moved back to Germany for the work to
take place. So this can all add up to a very long time frame before we can expect to see any completed Enigma project -
and as always with anything Enigma - things are always changing. Still this is very good news that Michael is again working
on "his favorite baby" - Enigma!!!
Information source - Crocodile Music and Stefano Trentadue from the EMB
Sandra Album Charts May 7, 2002
Sandra, new album
"Wheel of Time" has debuted in the German charts at number 8 this week. It also entererd the Austrian
charts at number 63.
Information source - Virgin Germany and EnigmaMusic.com
APRIL 2002
Sandra Album Sleeve April 28, 2002
Sandra, one of Enigma's
founding member's, new album "Wheel of Time" has finally arrived. I received the well packaged
"Limited Edition" DigiPak release and it's time for a review of this brand new Michael Cretu production. Taha Al Douri the
author of Cretu - A Continuum and long time Sandra fan has kindly reviewed the album for
us.
The latest addition to the EnigmaMusic.com web page is the virtual "Enigma A.R.T. Studio Tour". A unique behind the scenes
tour that allows you too see where the music of Enigma is being created. Exclusive pictures and details make this the most
detailed tour ever.
Information source - Virgin Germany and EnigmaMusic.com
Sandra Single Sleeve - Cretu World Music Award March 11, 2002
The sleeve for the new Sandra single released on March 25th called "Such A Shame" is now featured
on the left.
Michael Cretu won the "World's Best Selling German Artist" award on March 6th in Monte Carlo. Cretu pictured on the left
receiving his award can be seen on TV during the following week on ABC Network TV. Details on
WorldMusic Awards.com. Other winners included U2, Dido,
Enya, Shaggy, Jennifer Lopez, Destiny's Child and Kylie Monogue.
Information source - WorldMusic Awards & Stefano Trentadue from the EMB
FEBRUARY 2002
Sandra - Wheel of Time Album Sleeve February 21, 2002
The sleeve for the new
Sandra album called "Wheel of Time" is now featured on the left. The album will now be released
on April 22, 2002 in Germany with the new single called "Such a Shame" released on March 25, in
Germany
Finally - Sandra Album and Single Release Dates February 12, 2002
Finally an announcement of dates from the management for the new Sandra releases. The new single will
now be called "Such a Shame" and will be released on March 25, 2002 in Germany. The single will
feature 4 tracks 1. Such a Shame (Radio edit) 2. Such a Shame (Remix, title t.b.a.) 3. Such a Shame (Remix,
title t.b.a.) 4. Such a Shame (Instrumental)
Doing a little research I am almost positive this song is a cover version of the Talk Talk original from 1984 and taken
from the album called "It's My Life". Mark Hollis lead singer wrote and sung the original.
The new album called "Wheel of Time" will now be released on April 22, 2002. The final track listing
and song writers is as follows: 1. Forgive Me (Cretu/Cretu) 2. Footprints (Filz-Schoenherz/Filz-Schoenherz) 3. Motivation (Inker/ Inker)
4. I Close My Eyes (Jonas/Jonas-Cretu) 5. Pefect Touch (Cassandra-Filz-Jedner/Filz) 6. Silent Running ( Robertson-Rutherford/Robertson-Rutherford)
7. Such a Shame (Hollis/Hollis) 8. Now! (Cretu-Gad/Cretu) 9. Free Love (Gore/Gore) 10. Forever (Ries-Filz/Ries-Filz) 11.
The Wheel of Time (Cretu-Gad/Cretu-Gad) This track listing supercedes any other previous listing. Worth noting that
track 4 is written by Jonas aka Angel X in 1993 with the Cretu produced album on Columbia records "Welcome to the Soul Asylum".
In 1996 he released the song called "Summer in Your Heart" on Polydor with lyrics from Klaus Hirschburger under the name
Andy Jonas. But we all know him as Andy Hard (Angel) who sung Return To Innocence on E2.
Track 9 "Free Love" was written by Martin Gore from Depeche Mode and was featured on their 2001 album "Exciter". This song
was a ballad in it's original format. Inker and Hamilton made the 1988 song "Motivation" which is track 3.
Information source - Crocodile Music and EnigmaMusic.com
JANUARY 2002
Classic Cretu Album Finally Released on CD January 26, 2002
One of the most legendary
solo Michael Cretu albums "Legionnaire; is to be finally released on CD. It appears in Virgin
Germany's future release catalogue as a March 4th 2002 release. Late last year I had received news from a German DJ who
had interviewed Michael in early December and he mentioned this was going to happen. Michael also mentions that the sound
quality will be much better than the original vinyl release. The DJ also noted that Cretu sounded very excited about this
release. The vinyl album was released in German and English, and this first CD version will be in German only. Also to be
noted is the content of early Cretu releases differ from Enigma, but in a way they are similar as you can hear many of the
Cretu influences in his earlier work in the recent Enigma releases.
More information on the early work of Michael Cretu can be found at the Cretu
- A Continuum web page.
Information source - Virgin Germany, EnigmaMusic.com, Stefano Trentadue and Stefan Lehmann
Sandra Album Track Listing January 21, 2002
The track listing for
the forthcoming Sandra album "Wheel of Time" has been announced BUT is NOT confirmed, but is as
follows: 1. Forever 2. Prince of Hearts 3. Motivation 4. It's a Shame 5. Simple Obsession 6. Perfect Touch 7.Silent
Running 8. The Sky 9. The Wheel of Time 10. Secrets 11. Nothing Without You 12. Beyond My Mind
Virgin Germany announced that the single that will proceed the album has yet to have been decided and they deny the rumor
that it has been confirmed as "It's a Shame". As soon as Virgin have made the "official" announcement
of the new single then it will appear on this news page.
Information source - Virgin Germany and EnigmaMusic.com
Sandra Album and Single Delayed and Enigma Nominated! January 16, 2002
Virgin Germany are reporting that the new Sandra album "Wheel of Time" and
the proposed new single called "It's a Shame" will now be delayed. No alternate dates have been
given yet, so keep watching this space.
Enigma has also been nominated for the prestigious Echo 2002 awards in Germany. The category that Enigma has been nominated
for is "National Artist Rock/Pop". Enigma will be up against other groups and singers including another Virgin group "Reamonn".
More of a list of the other artists will be posted as soon as it is available. The Echo Awards are held in Berlin, Germany
on March 8th 2002.
Information source - Lars Doerwald and Virgin Germany
Sandra Album and Single News January 2, 2002
Record shops in Germany are reporting that the new Sandra album "Wheel of Time"
will be released on March 18, 2002. The anticipated new single is called "It's a Shame" and this
is due for release on February 25, 2002. Both of these dates and the single title are still un-confirmed by Virgin Germany.
Information source - Matt Lobster and Mueller Musikmart Germany
DECEMBER 2001
Chart Position of LSD Album/Sandra News/Christmas Wish December 19, 2001
EnigmaMusic.com would like to wish all of our internet readers all over the world
Seasons Greeting's and Happy Holidays!!! Thank you for all of your support and feedback in 2001,
and we hope 2002 will be another great year for everyone!
Virgin Records in Germany announced on their web page that they anticipate the Sandra album "Wheel of
Time" will now be released in March 2002. They also expect a new single to proceed the album release.
"Love Sensuality and Devotion - Greatest Hits" Chart positions as of today: Norway 88, Denmark 86,Sweden 61, Hong Kong 6, Hungry 16, USA 169,Portugal 19, Holland 90, Canada 83,
Belgium 46, Greece 20, Italy 90
Information source - Virgin Germany and EnigmaMusic.com
Latest Chart Position of the LSD Album December 5, 2001
"Love Sensuality and Devotion - Greatest Hits" Chart positions as of today.
Austria - 42
Belgium - 19
Canada - 94
Czech Rep.- 50
Denmark - 58
France - 36
Germany - 35
Greece - 18
Holland - 56
Hong Kong -13
Hungary - 13
Ireland - 57
Italy - 73
Japan - 69
New Zealand - 44
Norway - 39
Portugal - 6
Spain - 42
Sweden - 34
Switzerland - 46
UK - 61
USA - 124
Information source - Virgin Germany and EnigmaMusic.com
Latest Chart Position of the LSD Album December 1, 2001
"Love Sensuality and Devotion - Greatest Hits" Chart positions as of today.
Last weeks positions in ( )
Austria - 42 (24)
Germany - 35 (14)
Greece - 18 (25)
Italy - 73 (43)
New Zealand 44 (33)
Norway - 6 (10)
Sweden - 21 (12)
U.K. - 50 (40)
USA - 88 (58)
Information source - Virgin Germany and EnigmaMusic.com
Latest Chart Position of the LSD Album November 12, 2001
"Love Sensuality and Devotion - Greatest Hits" Chart positions as of today.
Last weeks positions in ( )
Germany - 11 (5)
Austria - 16 (11)
Greece - 4 (1)
Japan - 69 (53)
Spain - 24 (21)
Denmark - 9 (12)
Switzerland - 22 (14)
Italy - 41 (19)
1 Hong Kong - 6 (7)
Sweden - 11 (12)
Belgian - 29 (31)
Czech Rep. - 44 (66)
New Zealand - 8 (5)
Holland - 10 (14)
USA - New Entry 29
Portugal - New Entry 6
Canada - 24 (25)
Hungary - New Entry 13
France - New Entry 19
Norway - New Entry 6
U.K. - New Entry 29
Virgin Germany also announces the re-issue of the Enigma DVD "Remember The Future" in December
to include the Turn Around video
Information source - Virgin Germany and EnigmaMusic.com
Chart Position of the LSD Album November 6, 2001
"Love Sensuality and Devotion - Greatest Hits" Chart positions as of today.
Last weeks positions in ( )
Germany - 5 (4)
Austria - 11 (11)
Greece - 1 (1)
Japan - 69 (53)
Spain - 24 (21)
Denmark - 9 (12)
Switzerland - 14 (14)
Italy - 19 (19)
Hong Kong - 7 (6)
Sweden - 12 (13)
Belgian - 29 (31)
Czech Rep. - 44 (66)
New Zealand - New Entry 5
Holland - 10 (14)
USA - New Entry 29
Portugal - New Entry 6
Canada - New Entry 25
Hungary - New Entry 13
France - New Entry 19
Information source - Virgin Germany, Crocodile Music and EnigmaMusic.com
OCTOBER 2001
Turn Around Cancelled in the UK! October 31, 2001
Virgin Germany today confirmed what UK Enigma fans have been rumouring since the start of the week
that the UK release of the new Enigma single "Turn Around " has been cancelled for release this
week. The release will not be delayed until a later date as first expected but deleted all together.
"Love Sensuality and Devotion - Remix Collection" will not be released in the U.S.A. just the
"Greatest Hits" album which was released on Oct 23rd will be issued here.
Information source - Virgin Germany and EnigmaMusic.com
LSD Chart News October 20, 2001
Latest chart news from all over the world for the Enigma album "Love Sensuality
and Devotion - Greatest Hits":
USA - Number 29
Greece - Number 2
Germany - Number 8
Austria - Number 11
Switzerland - Number 13
Spain - Number 21
Italy - Number 27
Japan - Number 36
Denmark - Number 17
Hong Kong - Number 6
Sweden - Number 11
Belgian - Number 71
Czech Rep. - Number 65
New Zealand - Number 5
Netherlands - Number 10
Release date in Australia for the "Love Sensuality and Devotion - Greatest Hits" album will be
November 19th and will be in a jewel case format only.
Information source - Virgin Germany, Crocodile Music and EnigmaMusic.com
Turn Around and LSD Chart News - Sandra Album info October 13, 2001
Latest chart news from Europe for the Enigma single " Turn Around":
Greece number 25
Chart position for LSD Greatest Hits album :
Japan number 31
A short press release was issued with the Sandra single "Forever". The German text was roughly
translated into English which makes it hard to read, but what information could be uncovered was that the new Sandra album
"The Wheel of Time " will contain some interesting tracks. A cover version of the Andru Donalds
song "Simple Obsession", a "potential hit" titled "Perfect Touch", another
cover version, this time the classic from Mike and the Mechanics "Silent Running" and what could
be early Moti Special track called "Motivation". The new album which is expected in the first
quarter of 2002 will contain 11 tracks in total.
Information source - Virgin Germany, EnigmaMusic.com and Cyril from the EMB
LSD Albums Released - Sleeve Scans October 8, 2001
LSD
Today I received both of the Limited Edition "Love Sensuality and Devotion"
and the "LSD Remixes" albums. Both albums are beautifully designed and presented to compliment
the album collections of music. The albums art work contains images and feelings from the last 10 years of Enigma Music
and albums sleeves. The Limited Edition DigiPak are an awesome presentation and full credit goes to Virgin Records and Johann
Zambryski for the thought that has gone into this compilation of the Enigma Greatest Hits Package!! - PS- Makes a great
Xmas gift! :-)
LSD USA Release Info and Cretu Interview October 8, 2001
LSD USA Release Information
USA Fans can expect a special bonus with the release of the LSD album on October 23rd. Wherehouse Music will be doing a
special promotion featuring a 2 track DVD free with the "Love Sensuality and Devotion" album purchase.
The album will be in a Jewel case only and not DigiPak format and the DVD will feature "Return To Innocence" and "Gravity
of Love". I am not 100% sure yet if the "LSD Remix" album will be released in the USA but will
find out next week.
There is also a direct order TV campaign in the USA only which features the "Love Sensuality and Devotion"
album in a jewel case with either a free 11 track "Remember the Future" DVD or Video. Retail prices
are expected to be around the $23 mark with shipping extra. Both the DVD and Video will be in NTSC formats. The free phone
number to call for US residents is as follows: 1-800-322-2372 or 1-800-405-5587 *** Please be aware of
the shipping charges that they try and sell to you. 3-5 Week Delivery cost appx. $5.95 but they try and rip you off
with a 3-5 day shipping charge for $7 more!! Wait the extra days and save on shipping.
Cretu Interview
More good news regarding the future of Enigma, in a recent interview given by Cretu for the press release of
"Love Sensuality and Devotion" albums releases in Europe he states that the "The first volume
(albums 1-4) is closed now is now But I promise there'll be a second Volume". The whole interview and press release can
be found at the Enigma Reviews Page on this site.
Information source - Virgin Germany, EnigmaMusic.com, Richard Rivera and Christopher from the EMB
Cretu Attends LSD Premier in Hamburg October 1, 2001
Michael Cretu attended
the Hamburg Planetarium premier of LSD today October 1st. The new "Best of" albums premier was a mixture of the light and
laser show and the new "Love Sensuality and Devotion" albums presentation. There were also many
interviews given by Cretu to press and media from all over the world to promote the 2 new albums and single. 2 notable interviews
were given to "The Times" newspaper of London and and Canadian Breakfast show called "Canada AM". This session of interviews
are the first time Michael has spoken since the E4 interviews and the online chats in Jan/Feb 2000.
Turn Around Charts in Germany and Switzerland September 30, 2001
The brand new Enigma single "Turn Around" entered the German Music charts
this week at number 65. In the Swiss charts the single made it's first appearance at number 45.
Information source - Crocodile Music and Cyril from the EMB
More LSD Album Details and General Enigma News September 24, 2001
LSD
Virgin has announced that both of the new "Best of" albums "Love Sensuality and
Devotion" and the "LSD Remixes" will be a "Limited" time format in certain markets. In
Germany the initial releases of both albums will be a fold out DigiPak package with some neat embossing and glossy finish.
Both albums will have a 6 page fold out effect with the CD in clear holder either on the side or middle. After the initial
"Limited" versions the release will go back to a regular jewel case release. Some other countries will offer this release
format, but there are no details of which countries at this time. The US is expected to only have the jewel case version.
LSD - Remixes
Release date of both albums in France has now been confirmed at October 30th 2001.
Also confirmed is the re-issue of the Enigma DVD Remember the Future". This will include the new
"Turn Around" video which was not on the original release. The exact date of re-release has not
been decided.
The brand new Enigma Laser and Light show for "Love Sensuality and Devotion" at the Hamburg Planetarium
will open to the general public on October 22nd 2001. The show will run for a limited time at this initial venue. There
are talks between other Planetariums around the world that are also interested in featuring this same show. But at this
time there are no other committed venues or dates.
Information source - Virgin Germany, EnigmaMusic.com and J Omni from the EMB
LSD Premier Information September 4, 2001
The World premier of the
brand new Enigma "Best of" albums "Love Sensuality and Devotion" will be in the Hamburg Planetarium
on October 1st 2001. The premier will be limited to 275 specially invited guests from the press, media and record company
execs. The gala event will feature the brand new laser and light show performed to Enigma music and video's. The show is
presented by Samplay Video and Film company from Germany. The Enigma laser, light and
video show will then be open to the public from mid October onwards at the same venue in Germany. There are plans to maybe
extend the show to other Planetarium's around the globe, but at this time there is nothing confirmed. For a preview of what
Samplay Media company does please Click Here
Information source - Virgin Germany and EnigmaMusic.com
AUGUST 2001
More Release dates for both "LSD" albums and Sandra News August 26, 2001
LSD - Hits
Enigma News
2 more dates were confirmed as the release times for both "Love Sensuality and Devotion" and the
"LSD Remixes" U.S.A. and Canada have now announced that October 23rd 2001 will be their release
date with Sweden at October 5th.
So the revised list is as follows: Germany/Austria/Switzerland October 8th - Japan September 27th - U.S.A./Canada October 23rd - U.K. November
5th - Sweden October 5th.
Sandra News
The airplay date for German radio to be able to play the new Sandra single "Forever" is this Monday
August 27th 2001. Virgin has also now confirmed the release date in Germany for the single as October 1st 2001.
Information source - Virgin Germany, EnigmaMusic.com and Flores from the EMB
Listen to "Turn Around" The New Enigma Single August 23, 2001
EnigmaMusic.com and Virgin
Germany proudly present the brand new Enigma single "Turn Around" The single will be released
in Europe on September 17th 2001. So sit back, relax and enjoy the brand new single.
Information source - Virgin Germany and EnigmaMusic.com
"Best Of" dates and Single News August 13, 2001
Some brief release information for the "Love Sensuality and Devotion" and
"Remix Collection" albums. Both albums will be released in certain countries on October 8th 2001.
The Japanese release date will be 1 week earlier on September 27th 2001. The U.S.A. date is expected around 1-2 weeks later
which is October 15th or 22nd. The U.K. has now reported November 5th 2001 for the albums.
The brand new single "Turn Around" is NOT expected to be released in the U.S.A. at this time.
Things could change if the single becomes a huge hit. Radio airdates in Germany are now expected to be from August 20th
onwards, although this date will vary depending on promo distribution and stations opting to play it.
The release date of the single in Germany is still September 17th but again this could still be slightly pushed back.
EnigmaMusic.com hopes to be able to feature the single shortly so please check back for the latest updates.
Information source - Virgin Germany and Martyn Woolley
Enigma "Best of" albums + single updates and Sandra news August 6, 2001
Crocodile Music ( the managament company of Enigma ) today changed the track listings for the
"Love Sensuality Devotion" album as well as finally announcing the remixes that will be used on
the "Remix Collection" album.
New track listing for the "Love Sensuality Devotion" album as follows: 1. The Landing 2. Turn Around 3. Gravity Of Love 4. T.N.T. For The Brain 5. Modern Crusaders 6. Shadows
In Silence 7. Return To Innocence 8. I Love You, I'll Kill You 9. Principles Of Lust 10. Sadeness Pt 1 11. Silence Must
Be Heard 12. Smell Of Desire 13. Mea Culpa 14. Push The Limits 15. Beyond The Invisible 16. Age Of Loneliness 17. Morphing
Thru Time 18. The Cross Of Changes.
Gone from the previous announcement are "The Voice of Enigma" and one can only assume that "The Landing" is a newer type
of intro. Also missing are "The Eyes of Truth", "The Roundabout" and "Why". These were replaced by "The Landing", "I'll
Love You...I'll Kill You", "T.N.T For The Brain" and "Shadows in Silence".
The "Remix Collection" album track listing with remix titles and track changes as follows: 1. Turn Around (Northern Lights Club Mix) 10:27 2. Age Of Loneliness ( Enigmatic Club Mix) 6:15 3. Push
The Limits (ATB Remix) 7:52 4. Gravity Of Love ( Judgement Day Club Mix ) 5:59 5. Return To Innocence (380 Midnight Mix)
5:43 6. Sadeness (Violent U.S. Remix) 4:43 7. Principles Of Lust (Everlasting Lust Mix) 4:56 8. Mea Culpa (Fading Shades
Mix) 6:04 9. T.N.T. For The Brain (Midnight Man Mix) 5:57
The track listing for the brand new Enigma single called "Turn Around" which will be released
on September 17th 2001 is as follows: 1. Turn around (Radio Edit) 3:54 2. Turn around (Northern Lights Club Mix) 10:41 3. Gravity of love (Chilled
Club Mix) 5:27 4. Multimedia Video.
The new Sandra single "Forever"track listing is as follows: 1. Radio Edit (97 BPM) 3:44 2. Straight 4 U - Radio Edit (125 BPM) 3:30 3. Beatnik Club Mix (138 BPM)
8:57 4. Straight 4 U -Remix (125 BPM) 5:41
The single still has not a defined release date as of yet.
Both videos for the Sandra and Enigma singles were shot in Vienna, Austria in a studio setting 3 weeks ago. Both were directed
by Thomas Job. Sandra was present at the shoot but Michael was not.
Information source - Crocodile Music and Virgin Germany
JULY 2001
Slight delay for new "Turn Around" Single July 18, 2001
Jerome from the Enigma Message Board reports that Crocodile Music the management company for Enigma
has announced a slight delay for the new Enigma single "Turn Around". The release date is now
September 17, 2001.
Information source - Crocodile Music and Jérôme from the EMB
More "Best Of" and "Turn Around" Information July 11, 2001
Stefano Trentadue spoke with Enigma management and confirmed the following information regarding the
new Enigma single "Turn Around". They confirmed that the new single will have a multimedia track
of the video as a bonus item in Germany. Other countries have the option but will decide if they will carry the multimedia
track or not.
On the 2 "Best of" albums, they announced that the "Love Sensuality Devotion" will have the tracks
will blend into each other very similar as all previous Enigma albums. On the "Remix Collection"
each remix track will be taken from the corresponding single and they go one into the next track without any pause. Some
of the parts between the tracks are new compositions.
Information source - Crocodile Music and Stefano Trentadue
Track listings for single and "Best Of" Albums Confirmed July 9, 2001
The track listing for the brand new Enigma single called "Turn Around" is
as follows: 1. Turn Around Radio Edit 2. Turn Around Remix 11:00 3. Gravity of Love (new remix)
Release date is September 10, 2001.
Track listings have also been confirmed for both of the "Best Of" albums.
"Love Sensuality Devotion" album track listing as follows: 1. The Voice Of Enigma 2. Sadeness 3. Principles Of Lust 4.Mea Culpa 5. The Eyes Of Truth 6. Return To
Innocence 7. Age Of Loneliness 8. Turn Around 9. Morphing Thru Time 10. Beyond The Invisible 11. Why! 12. The Roundabout
13. Push The Limits 14. Gravity Of Love 15. Smell Of Desire 16. Modern Crusaders 17. Silence Must Be Heard 18. The Cross
Of Changes "Remix Collection" album track listing as follows: 1. Age Of Loneliness 2. Push The Limits 3. Gravity Of Love 4. Return To Innocence 5. Sadness 6. Turn
Around 7. Principles Of Lust 8. Mea Culpa 9. The Eyes Of Truth
Both "Best Of" albums will be released on October 8, 2001.
Information source - Virgin Germany and Martyn Woolley
"Turn Around" New Single Title July 7, 2001
The brand new single is going to be released on September 10, 2001 in Germany and will be titled
"Turn Around". The "Best Of" albums called "Love Sensuality Devotion"
and the "Remix" album will both be released on October 8, 2001.
Information source - Virgin Germany and Martyn Woolley
New Enigma Single Comes In Sept and "Best of" in Oct!! July 2, 2001
Great news Enigma fans - The brand new single is going to be released on September 10, 2001 in Germany
( Not sure where else at this early stage - but as time goes on more info will become available on this page ) No title
for the single has been announced as of yet.
The Enigma "Best of" albums "Love Sensuality Devotion" and the "Remix"
album will both be released on October 8, 2001. Virgin is planning on a "Worldwide" release campaign, but each country will
set it's release date which could vary from the European dates. Track listing for both "Best of" albums are still not available
but will be featured here as soon as they are.
Information source - Virgin Germany and Martyn Woolley
JUNE 2001
Sandra Single Title Announced! June 27, 2001
The title of the new Sandra single was announced by Virgin Germany today. The single will be titled
"Forever" and was expected to be released in late August. Rumors circulating however seem to point
to a delay until later, although this is still un-confirmed
Information source - Virgin Germany, Lucio from Sandra
Home Page and Enigmafan from the EMB
Enigma "Best Of" News June 21, 2001
A small piece of news trickling from Virgin Germany confirms that the release of the Enigma "Best of"
series of albums called "Love Sensuality Devotion" and the "Remix" will
be 2 single albums and not a Double CD package release. Both albums are expected to be released on the same day and the
exact release date is still scheduled in the last quarter of 2001.
Information source - Virgin Germany and Martyn Woolley
MAY 2001
New Andru Donalds Single May 14, 2001
The new single produced by Michael Cretu for Andru Donalds called "Someday"
can now be heard on the Donalds music page. The track appears on the latest album "Let's Talk About It"
which was released earlier this year. The new single release date in Germany is on May 28th 2001.
The track listing as follows: 1. Someday 4:22, 2. Just for one Day (taken from "Snowing Under My Skin") 3. Living for Tomorrow 5:01
Enigma "Best Of" Announced and Sandra Album title April 24, 2001
News that 2 Enigma "Best of" albums will be released probably in November 2001. The first one which
will contain all "Original" mixes and will also contain 1 new Enigma track will be called "Love Sensuality
Devotion" The second CD called "REMIX ALBUM" will contain and I quote "all ENIGMA remixes,
including a remix of the new single". Although not mentioned or stated in the press release is whether it will be a double
album or just 2 single albums. My interpretation of this would be a double album. I am in the process of confirming this
part of the information.
A new Sandra album will be released as earlier reported on this page, and has now been confirmed by her management. The
title of the album will be "Wheel Of Time" and it will contain 11-12 new tracks written by several
writers and produced as ever by Michael Cretu. A new single to accompany the album is expected in late August with no title
as of yet.
Information source - Crocodile Music
USA DVD release date announced April 4, 2001
Virgin USA has announced that the US release date for the "Remember the Future"
DVD will be May 22nd 2001. Good news finally for the US Enigma Fans!
There is also going to be another Andru Donalds single release. For more information and track listing please
CLICK HERE
Information source - Virgin USA and Martyn Woolley
MARCH 2001
Sandra To Release A New Album This Year!!! March 27, 2001
Good news from Germany, Virgin
has confirmed to EnigmaMusic.com that Michael Cretu and Sandra are working on a brand new Sandra album!!. The release date
is expected in the last quarter of 2001 (Oct-Dec). This would be Sandra's first NEW album since "Fading Shades" which was
released in 1995, 6 years ago. It would also be the first Sandra album since the birth of the Cretu's twins Sebastian and
Nikita. No other information regarding the new album is available at this time, but we will keep you posted as things progress.
Information source - Virgin Germany and Martyn Woolley
"Remember the Future" DVD releases in Europe and Canada March 13, 2001
The long awaited
Enigma DVD "Remember the Future" has now been released in most European countries with Canada
also pleasantly surprisingly releasing the same week. The U.S.A. release date is expected late April or May. Some US online
shops are suggesting the late April release but this is as of yet confirmed "officially". For those fans wanting to get
a glimpse of the DVD please CLICK HERE to see the promo or
track 1 on the DVD.
USA Fans can order the DVD from CDnow
CLICK HERE
(Go to the Video section)
To view the scans of all of the sleeves CLICK HERE
Last few days of the "Exclusive" DVD competition in con-junction with Virgin Records. We have 6 DVD's to give away as well
as some other awesome prizes. To qualify all you have to do is ENTER
and answer correctly a Enigma question. Your last chance to try your luck as the competition ends on Friday March 16th at
midnight.
Information source - Virgin Germany and Martyn Woolley
"Remember the Future" DVD Competition March 5, 2001
Virgin Records and
EnigmaMusic.com have teamed up again to bring you a Special Competition to coincide with the New Enigma DVD
"Remember the Future" released in Europe on March 12th, 2001.
This special competition is a great way to celebrate the latest and greatest Enigma release "Remember
the Future" DVD. The DVD features for the first time 11 Enigma music videos on one Media! 14 Total Prizes packages
as follows:
6 x Enigma "Remember the Future" DVD + E4 Mouse pad
1 x T.N.T. For The Brain Rare Blue Tin promo + E4 Mouse Pad + Push the Limits 2 track promo
1 x Principles of Lust w/Jazz Mix + E4 Mouse Pad + Push the Limits 2 track promo
6 x E4 Mouse Pad + Push the Limits 2 track promo
To Enter the free competition please CLICK HERE
To view a promo of the DVD please CLICK HERE
Track listing of the DVD: Sadeness Part 1, Mea Culpa, Principles Of Lust, Rivers of Belief, Return To Innocence, The Eyes of Truth,
Age of Loneliness, Beyond The Invisible, TNT For The Brain, Gravity of Love, Push The Limits
Special thanks to Virgin Records for the prizes and Marijke and Edu Schuit for the POL single.
Information source - Virgin Germany and Martyn Woolley
FEBRUARY 2001
"Remember the Future" DVD Release Information February 15, 2001
Virgin announced
today the countries that intent on releasing the new Enigma DVD "REMEMBER THE FUTURE". The only
known dates announced so far are for Germany/Austria/Switzerland which will be March 12th 2001. I am assuming France and
the UK will be the same time due to the location of these countries. But all other release dates are still unknown at this
point. As soon as they become available I will announce them on this page. Countries releasing the DVD :
Germany, Switzerland, Austria, U.S.A., Canada, Japan, UK, Benelux, France, Denmark, Norway, Czech Rep,
Hungary, Poland, Baltic's, Turkey, Slovenia, Croatia, Greece, Italy, Spain, Australia, Israel, New Zealand, Hong Kong, South
Africa.
Information source - Virgin Germany and Martyn Woolley
"Remember the Future" DVD Cover!! February 8, 2001
The sleeve for the
new Enigma DVD "REMEMBER THE FUTURE" has been revealed today. The amazing design was again done
by Johann Zambryske specially for this release. The sleeve features a persons face disguised with the E4 font and style
built into design. Also check out the Chinese characters that are on the hidden face of the person. The DVD will hit the
shops in Europe on MARCH 12th 2001, and a time still to be announced in the U.S.A. and South America. More details of any
Japan and Australian dates when they become available. Also coming soon an Enigma Competition on this page will celebrate
the release of the DVD, keep checking back for more details of the great prizes.
Track listing of the DVD is: Sadeness Part 1, Mea Culpa, Principles Of Lust, Rivers of Belief, Return
To Innocence, The Eyes of Truth, Age of Loneliness, Beyond The Invisible, TNT For The Brain, Gravity of Love, Push The Limits
Information source - Virgin Germany and Martyn Woolley
New Andru Donalds single and Album Review February 5, 2001
The brand new Michael Cretu / Jens Gad produced Andru Donalds single can now be heard on the Andru
Donalds Music page on this site. The single " Hurts To Be In Love" will be released in Germany/Austria/Switzerland
on Feb 26th 2001. The single features tracks from the forthcoming album "Let's Talk About It"
which is released in Germany on Feb 12th 2001. Click Here for the Andru Music Page and the single sample and
Click for EXCLUSIVE ALBUM REVIEW
Information source - Virgin Germany and Martyn Woolley
JANUARY 2001
New Andru Donalds single track listing January 25, 2001
The track listing for the new Michael Cretu produced Andru Donalds single " Hurts
to be in love" has been announced, and it is as follows: 1. Hurts To Be In Love ( Music & lyrics by Vanelli ) 2. Muddy Water ( Music by Donalds / McIntire
Lyrics by Donalds ) 3. Send Me A Sign ( Music & lyrics by Donalds / Gad )
The single contains no remixes of the song but 2 tracks from the forthcoming album "Let's Talk About
It". Release date for the single is February 26th 2001, and the album February 12th 2001.
Information source - Virgin Germany and Martyn Woolley
Virgin UK announces info of "Remember the Future" DVD January 2, 2001
Virgin UK today formly announced on there Web
Page more details of the up and coming Enigma DVD "REMEMBER THE FUTURE". Here is the press
release in full:
Enigma releases 'Remember The Future' on DVD
Enigma has been around for over ten years and with only four albums have managed to sell over 25 million albums worldwide.
Michael Cretu who is the brainchild of Enigma managed to unite cultures of all continents with rhythms, sounds and voices.
Whilst many restless sprits were changing trends, styles and fashions on a seasonal basis, Enigma remains a continuum which
reinvents itself time and time again.
On 'Remember The Future', Cretu has chosen eleven songs that most reflect his memories of the future. There are eleven videos
illustrating images that have never been imagined and it is the story of life.
Here is the track listing for the DVD which will be released on 29th January 2001: Sadeness Part 1, Mea Culpa, Principles Of Lust, Rivers of Belief, Return To Innocence, The Eyes of Truth,
Age of Loneliness, Beyond The Invisible, TNT For The Brain, Gravity of Love, Push The Limits
Other features include the complete discography and Spoken Words - The Voice of Enigma.As
for the inclusion of "The Voice of Enigma" I think this is referring to the new narrated storyline tracks added the the
DVD. As far as I know the full length video of "The Complete Album Video" is not included, but I will check again with the
record company. As for the release date that is wrong and it is as earlier mentioned on this Enigma news page at March 12th
2001 in Europe. The US release date is expected in March but no exact date reported yet.
Information source - Virgin UK, Virgin Germany, Martyn Woolley and Candi Brammer from the EMB
DECEMBER 2000
Remember the Future DVD Delay in Europe / DVD contents info December 28, 2000
The brand new Enigma DVD "REMEMBER THE FUTURE" release date will be slightly
delayed in Europe as well now. The new date confirmed to me by Virgin is March 12th 2001. Reason for the delays are technical
reasons rather than deliberate by the record company. The DVD will contain all of the videos with the exception of "Out
From The Deep" and the US version of "Carly's Song". It will contain other goodies such as a discography and a narration
of each video.
Information source - Virgin Germany and Martyn Woolley
USA Announces a slight delay in Enigma DVD December 12, 2000
The brand new Enigma DVD "REMEMBER THE FUTURE" release date will be slightly
delayed in the USA. It is not expected until March 2001 although the date in Europe remains the same January 29th. The USA
version will be in the NTSC DVD format which is the only way you can watch it on USA TV's. Without getting into much technical
details, TV's in the USA require a different lower picture resolution than Europe.
Information source - Virgin Germany and Martyn Woolley
NOVEMBER 2000
Enigma DVD Title Announced!!! November 16, 2000
The title of the brand new Enigma DVD will be "REMEMBER THE FUTURE". The
DVD is still scheduled for release on January 29th, 2001 and will be available worldwide, with each area having it's own
DVD format honored. The USA is expected to carry the DVD in NTSC format, with Europe and Japan having there own DVD PAL
formats too. Details on the content of the DVD are still un-disclosed at this time, but as time draws nearer we hope to
have more information then.
Information source - Virgin Germany and Martyn Woolley
Christmas release SPECIALS for Enigma and Sandra November 15, 2000
A special double release package for both Enigma and Sandra in France. Virgin announced today that
they have a limited time release of "E1" and "E4 - The Screen Behind the Mirror" packaged together for the Christmas holiday
season in France and maybe Spain. Nothing new contained in either album, but a collectors must have item. The Sandra double
pack will feature the 2 albums "Sandra best of" and the "Long Play" CD's. Again nothing new featured but a collectors must.
The release date in France for both was November 7th 2000 and each retails for approx $20 US.
Information source - Virgin Germany and Martyn Woolley
OCTOBER 2000
"Enigmatic Encounter" by Enigma and ATB is here!!! October 28, 2000
Here is the brand new track
written and performed by Enigma and ATB. This is a beautiful
instrumental with and ambient feel. Although not much new from the Enigma side as they basically use the horns that are
from "Knocking on Forbidden Doors" from the E1 album, but none the less a very nice mix and fans will love the blend of
ATB and Enigma. Taken from the forthcoming album by
ATB called "ATB - Two Worlds" which should be released sometime
in early November. Many thanks to Espen Normann from Norway for helping me get the promo of the song, I am indebted to you
my friend!
Information source - Martyn Woolley and Espen Normann
New DVD Release date confirmed!! October 24, 2000
There will be a new release date for the Enigma DVD of January 29th 2001. This was confirmed today
by Virgin after a message was posted on the Enigma Message Board announcing this news. Checking this with Virgin they also
announced that there is still no final layout completed on the DVD, but they should have this very soon.
Information source - Virgin Germany, Martyn Woolley and Angel from the EMB
More Enigma DVD News! October 16, 2000
Stefano Trentadue owner of the web page "Son of the Cretu Machine"
has spoken with the Enigma manager Jurgen Thurnau. He confirms as we first reported here that the Enigma DVD has been scheduled
for December 4th, but in most likelihood this will be delayed until the new year. He also confirms that the US version of
"Carly's Song" as well as the "Push The Limits" ATB remix video will not appear on the DVD.
Information source - Stefano Trentadue and Jurgen Thurnau
New Enigma/ATB Track confirmed!! October 12, 2000
Virgin Germany today confirmed that there will a NEW collaboration
between Enigma and ATB on the forthcoming ATB album released
in November. Michael Cretu was asked to do this for ATB when he did the remixes for "Push the Limits". Nicolas reported
yesterday on the Enigma Message Board that the track will
be on CD2 (7) and will be called "Enigmatic Encounter" (ATB with Enigma) 04:39. The ATB album is called "ATB - Two Worlds"
and will be released in November in Europe. Again there is not much known about the content and style at this time, but
as soon as we can get anything it will be posted.
Information source - Virgin Germany, Martyn Woolley and Nicolas from the EMB
New Andru Single - (I'm Not Your) One Night Lover October 11, 2000
I have received the new Michael
Cretu produced Andru Donald's single "(I'm Not Your) One Night Lover". This single will be released
in Germany on November 6th 2000. You can hear "EXCLUSIVE" Real Audio samples and look at the sleeve and credits by going
to the Andrus Donalds Web Page. There is also an interesting piece of trivia
about the single sleeve, the photograph was taken by Elisabeth Houghton (The English voice on E4)
Virgin also confirmed today that the new Andru album "Let's Talk About It" has had it's release
date pushed back to early 2001. Reason for the delay is: it has not been fully completed in production yet.
Information source - Virgin Germany and Martyn Woolley
Enigma DVD Delays - and Enigma Studio upgrade!! October 5, 2000
Virgin Germany told me today that the Enigma DVD - that was expected
to be released late this year - could now possibly delayed until early next year. Work is still on going but the process
has slowed down as the co-ordination and design is taking longer than originally planned. Although Virgin is still optimistic
they could still release this year, the chances are beginning to look a lot slimmer than first thought. Check back for the
latest updates on the DVD.
Gunter Wagner, the Enigma studio designer along with Michael Cretu, has told me he is currently updating the studio in Ibiza
with the latest EMAGIC LOGIC AUDIO 4.6 software.
This software is the main backbone for the hard disk recording and sequencing. The latest upgrades are being done in the
same studio as E4, and the new Andru Donalds were recorded.
I have found a larger photograph of the new house that is being built in Ibiza, to view it please
CLICK HERE.
Information source - Virgin Germany, Martyn Woolley and Gunter Wagner
SEPTEMBER 2000
New Andru Donalds album title change - Track listing and dates! September 15, 2000
Andru has decided to change the name of his new Michael Cretu produced album.
The new title will be "Let's Talk About It". This replaces the earlier title of
"The Way I Am" and the release date is expected on November 27th in Germany.
The new single title is "(I'm Not Your) One Night Lover". The release date is expected November
6th in Germany. For full track listings for both the single and album please
CLICK HERE NOW
Information source - Virgin Germany and Martyn Woolley
Michael Cretu's New house in French Magazine September 5, 2000
The latest photograph of Michael and
Sandra's new house, ( which is still under construction in Ibiza, Spain ) has appeared in the French monthly publication
"Paris Match ". This aerial view of the house was recently taken by the French monthly magazine photographer. The issue
also contains other famous people's house in Ibiza as well.
Click on the Thumbnail to see larger view of the house
Information source - ( Picture Roberto Gonzalez ) and the Enigma Message Board
AUGUST 2000
Enigma Manager Speaks!! August 31, 2000
I have received some news from Jürgen Thürnau the Enigma/Sandra manager on a few rumors that were floating
around the internet for the last few weeks. Thürnau Comments :
1. There are NO plans to release another Enigma single this year.
2. There are no plans to release an E4 Limited edition CD to coincide with the Enigma DVD release that is going to come
out this year.
3. There are no plans for a new Sandra album at this time, and there is nothing that has been discussed about the style
of the music or look she will have if there would be anything new.
4. The New Andru Donalds album could still be released in October.
Information source - Jürgen Thürnau and Martyn Woolley
Enigma DVD Project Has Started August 6, 2000
Great news from Virgin Germany - they have now confirmed that they have started work on an Enigma DVD.
It is still in the early stages of planning and no content details have yet been disclosed. Expect a late 2000 release date
for the DVD. Keep checking back for the latest news on this project.
Information source - Virgin Germany and Martyn Woolley
NEW Andru Donalds Album Title August 5, 2000
Virgin confirmed the new Michael Cretu produced Andru Donalds album will indeed called
"The Way I Am" but no release date has yet been set. Andru announced he thought it would be October
as he made mention of this in his "Exclusive" Interview with this page.
Information source - Virgin Germany and Martyn Woolley
JULY 2000
Andru Donalds - Precious Little Diamond News July 30, 2000
Andru Donalds new Michael Cretu produced single "Precious Little Diamond"
debuted at number 86 in the German charts and it is still climbing.
Un confirmed by the record company as of yet, the new title of the Andru Donalds album will be "The Way
I Am" and it is due for release in late September or into October. In a recent "Exclusive"
Interview given to this web page Andru states that he could be touring in
October as well.
Information source - Virgin Germany, Martyn Woolley and FlowXXIV from the EMB
Precious Little Diamond "Bonus" July 15, 2000
I have added the ATB remix of the Michael Cretu produced Andru Donalds single "Precious
Little Diamond".
I have also added a "BONUS" and "EXCLUSIVE" for everyone, as I have just added the video for the single onto the Andru Donalds
music page. France and Greece have announced they going to release the new single as well as Germany on July 17th.
To listen to the mix and view the "Exclusive" presentation of the video please
CLICK HERE
Virgin Brazil has confirmed they are going to finally release the last album from 1999 "Snowing Under
Your Skin".
Information source - Virgin Germany and Martyn Woolley
JUNE 2000
Cretu/Andru Donalds News June 21, 2000
The new Michael Cretu produced "Precious Little Diamond" single by Andru
Donalds will be released in Germany as originally planned on JULY 17th. It was expected at one point to have been brought
forward, but Virgin Germany has now decided to stick with the July 17th date.
To hear the full length Real Audio version of the new single please CLICK HERE
Information source - Virgin Germany and Martyn Woolley
NEW Cretu Produced Andru Donalds Single
- "Precious Little Diamond" June 16, 2000
I have just received the new
Andru Donalds single "Precious Little Diamond" , and I have to say a very catchy song and no doubt
a very big hit for sure. The song is not over produced, but has a TAAW feel to parts and very subtle Cretu backgrounds.
Of course Sandra lays down some nice French whispers....overall a nice but not overdone single.
Click Here to hear a full length Real Audio sample's.
Information source - Virgin Germany and Martyn Woolley
"Precious Little Diamond" Video News and Enigma Single Rumor!! June 13, 2000
The video for new Michael Cretu produced Andru Donalds Single "Precious Little Diamond"
was shot in Vienna, Austria. It was directed by Thomas Job who also directed the last few Sandra and Enigma Videos. First
rushes of the video reveal it contains "beautiful photography"!
The track listing has now been announced by Virgin for the new Michael Cretu produced Andru Donalds single. There is also
more detailed news on a recent live performance. So Click Here
to go to the Andru News page.
ENIGMA RUMOR:
Latest rumor is that "Silence Must Be Heard" has appeared on a top 50 radio chart. On
Star FM in Greece the song entered at #44 on their top 50 countdown and
is currently up at #42. The "official" word from Virgin on this rumor is that "there are no plans for another single release
for the time being".
Information source - Virgin Germany, Angel from the Enigma Message Board and Candi Brammer
"Push the Limits UK Release Date Information June 5, 2000
Virgin Germany today confirmed that the UK release date of "Push the Limits"
has now been pushed back until June 12th 2000. The track listing has now been announced by Virgin for the new Michael Cretu
produced Andru Donalds single. Click Here to go to the Andru News page.
Information source - Virgin Germany and Martyn Woolley
"Push The Limits" Video Link - NEW Andru Donalds Single Title June 4, 2000
The new Michael Cretu produced Andru Donalds Single will be called "Precious Little
Diamond" and it'll be released sometime in July in Germany ! This news is yet to be confirmed by Virgin Germany but
the title is listed on German Record shop Catalogues. ENIGMA NEWS:
I have also uploaded the "Push the Limits" ATB Remix VIDEO on the special Push The Limits Page.
CLICK HERE and download the file.
It is a large 5 MB file, but the quality is very good. This is the first time this video has appeared on the internet and
I am pleased to be able to carry the "Exclusive" for you all.
Information source - Lars Doerwald and Martyn Woolley
MAY 2000
NEW Andru Donalds Album and Single May 29, 2000
Michael Cretu is currently working on a new Andru Donalds album and single. Virgin Germany have told
me that this new project was planned since the first Cretu produced album for Donalds last year. No release dates have been
planned yet, but keep checking back for more details.
Also announced by Enigma management is that a new Sandra single will be released called NO TABOO 2000
in Israel only. This release is expected within the next few weeks.
The Enigma classic "Return To Innocence" appears in a new German commercial for TABAC aftershave (This just happens to be
my fav after shave as well!!). To see the clip in Quick time format please
CLICK HERE
Information source - Virgin Germany, Martyn Woolley, Cyril Reault from the Enigma Message Board and
Thomas Henz
Push The Limits Chart Position May 17, 2000
Push The Limits (ATB remix) has gained more spots in the
UK Dotmusic Top 40 Club Charts (the #1 source and "official"
charts of the UK) to number 16 this week.
Also according to UK's Mixology Dance Chart (which is compiled
of over 900 DJ charts) the song has climbed from #22 last week to #12 this week!!!
This indicates that not only are the clubs increasing play of the song, but dance radio is as well. The release of the single
in the UK is only two weeks away, so this should give it enough time to make a high entry point in the dance single chart
the week of it's release.
Also, for anyone living in the UK that is familiar with a club called THE NATIONAL,
which is playing the song regularly, they have a website on the club with information and some music samples which is mainly
mostly "house" music. Push the Limits is one of the featured songs available to sample as well.
Information source - Candi Brammer from the Enigma Message Board
Michael Cretu and Sandra On Radio May 13, 2000
Sven Distel a German DJ will feature a special radio show on May 18th on Michael Cretu and Sandra.
This will celebrate the birthdays of both artists and will feature interviews and music. You can listen to the show "LIVE"
in German through an Windows Media live cast from his radio station Hit-Radio-Antenne-Sachsen. The show starts at 21:00
hours German time, which is 3pm EST 2pm CST.
Click Here for a direct link to the station, and look for the logo
"LIVE horan"
Information source - Sven Distel from the Enigma Message Board
Please Vote in the Global 100 polls and show your support!!!! May 13, 2000
Push The Limits (ATB remix) has entered the UK Dotmusic Top 40 Club Charts (the #1 source and "official"
charts of the UK) at number 23 this week. Because the song has not been released on single in the UK (only DJ promos are
available at the moment), it cannot enter the Dance Singles chart yet. However, the really good news is UK fans can now
pretty much count on the single getting released there (unlike what happened with "Gravity of Love") since the song is being
well received in the clubs and dance radio.
Information source - Candi Brammer from the Enigma Message Board
APRIL 2000
Push The Limits German Chart Positions April 30, 2000
Information source - Andre from the Enigma Message Board, Shawn Berry
Michael Cretu Internet Chat April 24, 2000
Michael Cretu has decided to do another "LIVE" Internet chat with his fans. Virgin Germany informed
me that this is scheduled to take place on Thursday April 27th on AOL ( America Online ) France. The time of the "Live Chat"
will be 21:00 hours French time, which is 20:00 UK time, 15:00 hours USA Eastern Time. Virgin Germany also warned that it
would be best to check on the AOL web site as it may still change. This chat is to coincide with the new single release
Push The Limits. Again please check the AOL web sites for more information, as I checked today
there was still no mention of this event.
Information source - Virgin Germany and Martyn Woolley
Information source - Virgin Germany, Martyn Woolley and Shawn Berry
Push The Limits DigiPak Release April 3, 2000
Virgin today confirmed that the following countries will also have a limited edition DigiPak release
of the new Enigma single Push The Limits: Austria, Switzerland, France, Finland, Greece and Spain. These join Germany as the only countries
so far that will feature the special limited edition DigiPak format. Virgin Australia has said it has no plans to release
the single in any format at this time.
To hear Real Audio samples of the new song please
CLICK HERE
Information source - Virgin Germany and Martyn Woolley
Push The Limits Video Versions April 1, 2000
A rumor that first appeared on the EnigmaMusic.com Message Board last Friday by Angel was confirmed
today by Virgin Germany. There will indeed be 2 video versions of the new Enigma single Push The Limit's.
The second version features the ATB Radio Remix and the video was completely re-structured and edited. The video features
a split screen with 2 versions of the video playing in each screen. The footage is basically the same but there are scenes
used that do not appear in the Enigma Radio version. Both videos will start rotation on VIVA music TV in Europe next week,
they will use the original version for the first two weeks and then they will alternate between the original and the ATB
version.
To hear Real Audio samples of the new song please
CLICK HERE
Information source - Virgin Germany, Angel and Martyn Woolley
MARCH 2000
Push The Limits Video March 31, 2000
The new Enigma single Push the Limits video can now be viewed at the Virgin
Germany web page
Click Here To View. The full length video can be streamed in Quick time format and will need good connection speed.
The video was shot in South Africa back in February and directed by Thomas Job. It features Kendo fighters, PC Game players
and some good old fashioned loving!. The site also features a quick competition in German for some nice goodies from Virgin
Germany which includes the single and some E4 mouse pads.
To hear Real Audio samples of the new song please
CLICK HERE NOW
The new single release in Germany only, will be featured for a LIMITED time in a DigiPak format. After the limited edition
runs out the release will only be featured in the regular plastic jewel case format. The track listings will be the same
for either format, but the DigiPak will contain added color on the art work for the sleeves.
Information source - Virgin Germany, Angel and Martyn Woolley
Push The Limits Track Listing March 23, 2000
Enigma management announced today the full track listing for the new single Push
The Limits which will be released in Germany on April 17th. It features a "first" for the Enigma project on a single
release, a Multimedia video of the new song as an added track. Here is the full track listing:
PUSH THE LIMITS
1. Radio Edit 3:54
2 ATB Remix 8:30
3 Album Version 6:25
4 ATB Radio Remix 3:35
5 Push the Limits MULTIMEDIA Track :The video
Here is a list of countries that have said they are going to release the new single Enigma single:
Germany, Austria, Switzerland, UK, France, Denmark, Finland, Sweden, Czech rep, Hungary, Poland, Greece, Italy, Spain and
Portugal. Some countries no longer have singles markets and they will only use the single to promote it at the radio level.
Information source - Crocodile Management, Virgin Germany and Martyn Woolley
Push The Limits Re-mixer is ATB March 20, 2000
It was made known today that the re-mixer of the new Enigma single PUSH THE LIMITS
will be the German DJ ATB.
The promo version of PUSH THE LIMITS has now hit the club scene in Europe and features 2 tracks: 1. ATB Mix 8:30 and 2. Album version 6:25. The track listing for the CD-5 single has yet to be
announced, but it is expected to carry both of these tracks and more.
ATB - DJ Andre Tanneberger
ATB is the alias of DJ Andre Tanneberger, a native of Freilberg, Germany born in 1973. In the wake of remixes for acts
including the Outhere Brothers, Technotronic and Haddaway, he scored a huge European hit in 1999 with the trance anthems
"9 PM (Till I Come)." and "Don't Stop". Both of these tracks were taken from his album
Moving Melodies. In a recent
English radio interview ATB says his future is making music like Enigma and Jean Michele Jarre.
Information source - Virgin Germany and Martyn Woolley
Push The Limits UK Release Delayed March 16, 2000
The UK release date for the new Enigma single PUSH THE LIMITS has now been
pushed back until May 8th 2000. No reason was given. Still no news from Virgin USA if they have decided to release the single
in the U.S.A. as of yet.
Information source - Virgin Germany and Martyn Woolley
Push The Limits UK Release Date Announced March 8, 2000
Virgin said that the new Enigma single PUSH THE LIMITS is scheduled for release
in the UK on April 17th. No news from Virgin USA if they have decided to release the single in the U.S.A. as of yet.
Information source - Virgin Germany and Martyn Woolley
Push The Limits Release Date Announced March 1, 2000
NEW ENIGMA SINGLE RELEASED APRIL 17TH!!
Virgin Germany announced today that the new Enigma single will be PUSH THE LIMITS, taken from
the new E4 album. The release date in Germany, Austria and Switzerland will be April 17th 2000, with other countries to
be decided. The rumor that the new single was going to be "Silence Must Be Heard" was denied way back in January by both
Virgin and Michael. More information on the new single in the coming days.
Information source - Virgin Germany and Martyn Woolley
E4 Chart Positions And Sandra Nomination March 1, 2000
The latest chart positions from around the world have just come in. Here are the most up to date positions
for this week:
UK Chart number 64
Hungary Chart number 9
New Zealand Chart number 24
Belgium/Wall Chart number 23
Belgium/Flan Chart number 34
Germany Chart number 15
USA Chart number 76
France Chart number 51
Greece Rep Chart number 33
Italy Chart number 34
Australia Chart number 46
Arabia Chart number 2
Switzerland Chart number 11
Norway Chart number 18
Japan (Domestic) Chart Number 96
Austria Chart number 31
Denmark Chart number 25
Spain Chart number 34
Canada Chart number 39
Italy Chart number 34
Czech Rep Chart number 9
Also Sandra has been nominated as "Most Successful National Artist (female)" at the annual ECHO 2000 awards in Germany.
The others she will compete against are - Blümchen, Sarah Brightman, Sabrina Setlur and Sandra Schwarzhaupt. The awards
ceremony will be held on March 9th and live performances will be done by Tina Turner, Buena Vista Social Club, Lou Bega
and some more. It is not known if Sandra will be there. The new Enigma album came too late to receive any nomination so
we can hope it will be nominated next year!
Information source - Virgin Germany, Martyn Woolley and Thomas Henz
EnigmaMusic.com Nomination March 1, 2000
This site has been nominated as BEST ENIGMA HOME PAGE on the Global 100 chart page. This week our current
position is number 36 climbing up from 44 from the week previous. To keep the votes coming in for this site and all of the
Enigma categories please vote again by clicking the relevant nominations:
E4 UK Sales Tops 100,000! And Chart Positions February 22, 2000
Sales of The Screen Behind The Mirror in the UK have exceeded 100,000 units
so far and are classified as Silver. The album has dropped to number 41 in this weeks UK album chart just released but sales
were strong in the first weeks of release. The album has gone GOLD in Germany, Switzerland, Norway and Canada. GOLD in Germany
represents 200,000 units. Here is the latest chart positions for week of February 21st:
UK Chart number 41
Hungary Chart number 12
New Zealand Chart number 8
Belgium/Wall Chart number 19
Belgium/Flan Chart number 30
Portugal Chart number 19
Germany Chart number 8
USA Chart number 60
France Chart number 36
Greece Rep Chart number 1
Italy Chart number 29
Australia Chart number 44 (new entry)
Arabia Chart number 1
Sweden Chart number 12
USA Internet Chart number 6
Switzerland Chart number 5
Norway Chart number 9
Japan (International) Chart number 18
Japan (Domestic) Chart Number 56
Austria Chart number 11
Denmark Chart number 7
Spain Chart number 26
Canada Chart number 19
Finnish Chart number 6
Czech Rep Chart number 7
Poland Chart number 6
Also Billboard carries a Euro chart which is all of the charts of Europe combined for an average of the best selling albums
overall. E4 is currently at number 2 moving up from number 3
Information source - Virgin Germany, Martyn Woolley and Candi Brammer
E4 Chart Positions February 9, 2000
The Chart positions are in for the 3rd week sales of the The Screen Behind The Mirror
album.
Here is the country and the chart position:
Austria Chart number 7
Switzerland Chart number 4
Denmark Chart number 4
Norway Chart number 3
UK Chart number 13
Holland Chart number 4
Canadian Chart number 12
Spanish Chart number 14
France Chart number 16
Czech Rep Chart number 39
Italy Chart number 3
Arabia Chart number 1
USA Chart number 41
USA Internet Chart number 6
Canada Chart number 14
Sweden Chart number 24
Japan (International) Chart number 15
Ireland Chart number 57
Portugal Chart number 22
Greece Chart number 1
Belgium Chart number 28
Finnish Chart number 6
Israel Chart number 5
Arabia Chart number 1
To view the USA Billboard Internet Chart, which is based purley on internet sales please CLICK HERE
Information source - Virgin Germany, Martyn Woolley and Candi Brammer
Vote For Your Favorite Enigma Site!!! February 5, 2000
A brand new poll page called Global 100 is offering a chance
for you to vote in certain categories. It is a place where people can vote for their favorite Websites, Music Albums, Music
Singles, PC Games, etc. and charts of the top 100 voted items are generated hourly. Here are 4 categories that you should
vote for Enigma in. To vote for Enigma in the following categories please click on the descriptions below:
The Chart positions are in for the second week sales of the The Screen Behind The
Mirror album. Here is the country and the chart position:
German Chart number 6 down from 2
Switzerland Chart number 4 up from 7
UK Chart number 10 down from 7
US Chart number 41 down from 33
French Chart number 16 up from 32
Italy Chart number 13 First week
Sweden Chart number 24 up from 48
Japan (International) Chart number 32 down from 5
Ireland Chart number 57 down from 41
Greece Chart number 1 same as last week
Finnish Chart number 6 up from 13
Arabia Chart number 1 First week
As more charts come in I will add them onto this list.
Information source - Virgin Germany, Martyn Woolley and Andre
Sandra Nominated For German Music Award February 2, 2000
Sandra has been nominated for the German Music Award "ECHO" in the category "Best German Female Pop
Star". The ECHO awards is similar to the American Music Awards. It's presented to the must successful artist (by record
sales in Germany) in the music industry within the last year. It's the 9th award celebration on March the 9th in Hamburg.
The other nominees for best German female pop star are:
Bluemchen (a German singing Techno-Teen-Star)
Sarah Brightman (you know, she is produced by Frank Peterson (Gregorian)
Claudia Jung (a German Chanson-Singer)
Information source - Relf Spangler
JANUARY 2000
First Week Sales Chart Positions January 27, 2000
The Chart position are in for the first week sales of the The Screen Behind The
Mirror album. Here is the country and the chart position:
German Chart number 2
Austria Chart number 6
Switzerland Chart number 7
Denmark Chart number 2
Norway Chart number 2
UK Chart number 7
Holland Chart number 7
Canadian Chart number 12
Spanish Chart number 15
France Chart number 32
USA Chart number 33
Sweden Chart number 48
Japan (International) Chart number 5
Japan (Domestic) Chart number 6
Ireland Chart number 41
Portugal Chart number 28
Greece Chart number 1
Belgium Chart number 68
Finnish Chart number 13
Singapore Chart number 8
Great results for the first week and they are sure to increase as word gets around.
Information source - Virgin Germany and Martyn Woolley
Cretu Announces Online Chat!!! January 24, 2000
Michael Cretu announces at the live online chat, that there could be a Enigma DVD in time for next
Christmas, and it could contain some surprises. He also mentions that E1 and the new E4 are his favorite Enigma albums...he
calls them "Brother and Sister". He also mentioned that TAAW could be more than 1 album, and Sandra could have a new project
as well. He uses the Roland JV-1080 keyboard and Soundmaker Logic Audio to produce the sounds. No other dramatic revelations
on the chat that was conducted today on the German MSN chat page.
Information source - Martyn Woolley
Entry At Number 7!!! January 23, 2000
Charts just in from the UK announce an instant entry at number 7!!!!!
Click to link to the Dotmusic chart page here
Virgin USA is also very optimistic on sales for the first week, US will get the chart position on Wednesday with Germany
Tuesday.
Virgin USA also reports that MTV2 in the USA has accepted the video for Gravity of Love. They will find out next week when
any airplay is scheduled on MTV2..and hopefully MTV1. Getting accepted does not guarantee play on the network, but it does
stand a good shot by being accepted.
Listen to Michael Cretu talking about the new E4 album release, he speaks to the fans and press about the album in great
depth. To listen to the syndicated interview please CLICK HERE NOW
Information source - Virgin Germany, Virgin U.S.A. and Martyn Woolley
Enigma LIVE Chat!!! January 22, 2000
The LIVE Enigma chat take place on Monday January 24th at 10:00pm (Central European Time - see chart
below for local times). The chat will take place at the MIDEM Music show in Cannes France and will be carried worldwide
by the Microsoft Network and will last only 1 hour. Along with Michael at the online chat will be Sandra and his manager.
Here is the page address and location:
Local times will be as follows:
Paris, Madrid, Berlin: 10pm - London, Dublin, Reykjavik: 9pm - Rio de Janerio, Buenos Aires: 6pm - New York, Washington,
Toronto: 4pm - Chicago, Mexico City: 3pm - Denver, Calgary: 2pm - Los Angeles, Vancouver: 1pm - Athens, Warsaw: 11pm - Moscow:
12 midnight 1/25 - Sydney: 7am 1/25 - Tokyo: 6am 1/25. Thanks to Whestley Spangler for the local times
Information source - Virgin Germany and Martyn Woolley
Special Promo At Wherehouse Music Shops January 18, 2000
Wherehouse Music record shops in the U.S.A. is offering a special promo giveaway with the purchase
of the new E4 album. It is a 6 track Enigma video for the USA market only with the following tracks : 1. Sadeness 2. Mea
Culpa 3. Return To Innocence 4. Age of Loneliness ( Carly's Song ) 5. Beyond The Invisible 6. Gravity Of Love. This offer
is for a limited time only.
Information source - Martyn Woolley
Special Promo At Wherehouse Music Shops January 14, 2000
Virgin Germany confirmed today that the "Live Internet Interview" with Michael Cretu will definitely
take place on January 24th 2000 from Cannes France. He will be at the MIDEM music trade show to do this rare live chat interview
on the Internet. No time has been confirmed yet, and the location of the chat will be the Microsoft Network. Please check
back on this news page in the coming days to confirm the time.
Information source - Virgin Germany and Martyn Woolley
Enigma 4 Sleeve Scans & Release Dates January 11, 2000
To view the brand new DigiPak album The Screen Behind The Mirror with sleeve
scans and all of the information please CLICK HERE NOW
To listen to full length Real Audio samples of 6 of the tracks off of the new album
please CLICK HERE NOW
To read an up to date interview that Michael Cretu has given on the E4 album please
CLICK HERE NOW
Virgin Australia has now confirmed that the release date for Gravity of Love will be January 17th
2000, and the album The Screen Behind The Mirror will now be released on February 7th 2000.
Virgin France has now confirmed that the album will be released on January 25th/26th there.
Information source - Virgin Australia, Gavin Stok, Virgin France and Jerome Jourquin
Enigma 4 Sleeve Scans & Release Dates January 5, 2000
The first "official" review on the new Enigma album The Screen Behind The Mirror
has surfaced. It comes from this months Billboard US magazine and here is what they had to say: Enigma mastermind Michael Cretu has been remarkably low-key during the electronica revolution-despite the
fact that his early compositions can easily be viewed as a key catalyst in starting the club-rooted movement. With "The
Screen Behind The Mirror," Cretu claims his rightful place among the top-shelf artists of electronica, offering well-crafted
material that could elevate the genre to a new level of creativity and mainstream credibility. Cuts like the percussive,
yet dreamy "Gate" and the sweeping, cinematic "Push The Limits" are rich with complex melodies, insinuating rhythms, and
the kind of hooks that make people sit up and take notice. In fact, the instantly memorable, hip-hop-inflected "Gravity
Of Love," which features an enchanting lead vocal by Olive's Ruth-Ann, has the makings of a smash. It's an excellent introduction
to one of the first must-hear albums of 2000.
Information source - Tim and Marissa
Enigma 4 Release Delayed In Australia January 3, 2000
Virgin Australia has now confirmed that they will NOT release the new Enigma album
The Screen Behind The Mirror on January 17th in Australia. It will now be released in Australia
in February, with no confirmed date as of yet.
Information source - Virgin Australia and Gavin Stok
Enigma 4 Web Page January 3, 2000
Virgin Germany has announced that the new Enigma web page should be up and running on Jan. 16th 2000.
An (English) announcement page will be launched sometime between Christmas and the New Year. Any of the following domain
names should take you to the new site when launched:
More news as the album release date approaches!!!!
Only 14 days to go...and the album is really GREAT. I was able to listen more to it over Xmas and I am sure you will all
love it.
Information source - Virgin Germany and Martyn Woolley
As previously announced, the DVD version of the latest Enigma album
‘’A Posteriori’’ has been delayed one week. The new release date is 15th December 2006 (for Germany) According to some various sources; the new DVD will feature kaleidoscope images in synchronization with the multi channel re-mastered music. The new DVD will also function as a DVD-ROM (when inserted into your PC’s drive) with bonus materials such as Enigma wallpapers and a screensaver designed in A Posteriori theme. You can pre-order the DVD from 
EnigmaMusic.com and our Spanish sister site EnigmaMusica.com can now unveil the
December 17, 2005
Finally the waiting is over and we are proud to present another exclusive interview for Enigma fans again.. 
EnigmaMusic.com is giving you yet another exclusive chance to ask your questions to the musician, artist, one of the lead vocals of Enigma, 
It was 8th September 2003 when the long awaited Enigma 5 album was released...
now looking back to this time with today's prospective, we are proud to present an
Two outstanding artists of Danish origin have combined their remarkable talents to explore their Viking roots and put it in a new musical perspective: As a writer and co-producer
According to Amazon.de The new Jens Gad Solo album 
The track listing for the double DVD boxed set has been anounced by the Virgin web page
and is as follows:
According to Virgin Germany, 2 DVD's will be released and sold together! This combined
pack will be released on Novemeber 1st 2004 and contains the prevously released
The new Enigma single 
A solo Jens Gad track was choosen to be part of the new Cafe Del Mar series on chillout
albums. The track is called 
Virgin Germany has made available a 30 sec clip of the new Enigma single
The much acclaimed 
Michael Cretu gave an interview to German Radio Station 
The new Enigma
single 
Updated
Virgin
made available today the video of the forthcoming Enigma single 
Virgin Records
released 3 interviews given by Michael Cretu to coincide with the release of the brand new album 
A super treat for Sandra
fans who love the early Arabesque hits - a 
More news of the
Virgin has
given out some release dates from around the world for the brand new Enigma album 
Good
news for all of our SANDRA fans! The 
Small
details are beginning to surface on the release of a new DVD of the MCMXC a.D. album. Virgin records has today included
a spot in their Enigma discography section that shows a planned release date for the new MCMXC a.D. DVD of
FINALLY after a long
wait, EnigmaMusic.com has created a tribute to the mysterious Enigma co-producer. The page is appropriately named "Jens
Gad - Artist - Producer - Musician" and has been created with the help of Jens Gad personally. The web site contains a biography,
discography, studio pictures and the full equipment specs of his studio.
A specially packaged edition of
the LSD album has been released by Virgin Canada this month. The release is called 
A special Sandra compilation
album is to be released by Virgin for Europe only on April 1, 2003. The album will be the 
BBC Radio
in the UK has aired a very unique Sadeness remix that was performed on 16th October 2002 by the BBC Concert Orchestra. It
was part of a live 2 hour show. The show was called 
The brand new Sandra single
Finally Michael and
Sandra get to move into their brand new house and studio in Ibiza. After many years of plans, design, planning permission
and building the house and studio it is now complete. The move into the new studio has finally begun and most of the details
are now complete. All of the recording equipment has been moved and installed and is back up and in working order. Allowing
for a few weeks of disruption until the final move is complete, Michael should be back recording the new Enigma 5 album
by the end of September. It has been a long time since this house project has been initiated and the Cretu's are both happy
at the final completion of the project. I wish the Cretu family the happiness in their beautiful new house. Now onto the
new Enigma album!! :-)
Michael Cretu spoke in an interview with German
TV about the release of the forthcoming new Enigma 5 album. Speaking during an interview from his restaurant "Goya" in Ibiza
he mentions that he is hopeful to have the production completed by the end of 2002, and the album ready for release on either
January or February of 2003. Cretu does not mention anything about the title or content during the interview but he does
look happy and healthy! ( see pictures from the interview along this news brief ). Virgin confirmed they are working hard
along the same time frame as Cretu mentions, but they added cautiously, that dates this far in advance for a world released
can always change. 
The proposed new Sandra
single 
Sandra, new album
The sleeve for the new Sandra single released on March 25th called 
One of the most legendary
solo Michael Cretu albums 
The track listing for
the forthcoming Sandra album 
Michael Cretu attended
the Hamburg Planetarium premier of LSD today October 1st. The new "Best of" albums premier was a mixture of the light and
laser show and the new 
Good news from Germany, Virgin
has confirmed to EnigmaMusic.com that Michael Cretu and Sandra are working on a brand new Sandra album!!. The release date
is expected in the last quarter of 2001 (Oct-Dec). This would be Sandra's first NEW album since "Fading Shades" which was
released in 1995, 6 years ago. It would also be the first Sandra album since the birth of the Cretu's twins Sebastian and
Nikita. No other information regarding the new album is available at this time, but we will keep you posted as things progress.
The long awaited
Enigma DVD 
Here is the brand new track
written and performed by Enigma and 
I have received the new Michael
Cretu produced Andru Donald's single 
I have just received the new
Andru Donalds single 
