Mike Oldfield - Crises (1983) [2013, 3CD+2DVD, 30th Anniversary Super Deluxe Edition Box set]

Following a long-established production pattern, Mike Oldfield assembled some relatively simple pop- and rock-flavored numbers following one long introductory piece on his 1983 Disky release, Crisis. The 20-minute opening title-track is a quintessential Oldfield texture study that consists of sparkling synth washes with edgier material weaving in and out. A fine setup, this track cleanses the aural pallet, preparing the listener nicely for the tunes that follow. Yes fans who can adjust to the sugary highlight "In High Places" will enjoy Jon Anderson's springy vocal work on the track. The energetic guitar romp "Taurus 3" will also appeal to most prog and art rock fans. Those in search of more ethereal Oldfield material should be aware of this record's pop leanings, but open-minded listeners will have a good time exploring Crisis, one of Oldfield's better releases of this type.

Tracklist CD1 - The Original Album Remastered:

01. Crises - 20:58
02. Moonlight Shadow [with Maggie Reilly] - 3:39
03. In High Places [with Jon Anderson] - 3:34
04. Foreign Affair [with Maggie Reilly] - 3:54
05. Taurus 3 - 2:26
06. Shadow On The Wall [with Roger Chapman] - 3:14

Bonus Tracks:
07. Moonlight Shadow [with Maggie Reilly - unplugged mix] - 3:37
08. Shadow On The Wall [with Roger Chapman - unplugged mix] - 3:24
09. Mistake [with Maggie Reilly - single A-side] - 2:57
10. Crime Of Passion [with Barry Palmer - single A-side] - 4:12
11. Jungle Gardenia [single B-side] - 2:47
12. Moonlight Shadow [with Maggie Reilly - 12 inch single version] - 5:17
13. Shadow On The Wall [with Roger Chapman - 12 inch single version] - 5:10

Tracklist CD2 - Live at Wembley Arena 22nd July 1983 Disc One:

01. Woodhenge / Incantations Part Three - 8:10
02. Sheba - 3:24
03. Ommadawn Part One - 8:53
04. Mount Teidi - 4:10
05. Five Miles Out - 5:03
06. Tubular Bells Part One - 18:45

Tracklist CD3 - :

01. Taurus I - 9:15
02. Taurus II [with Maggie Reilly] - 23:09
03. Crises - 23:15
04. Moonlight Shadow [with Maggie Reilly] - 5:29
05. Shadow On The Wall [with Roger Chapman] - 6:26
06. Family Man [with Maggie Reilly & Roger Chapman] - 4:15

Tracklist DVD1:

Crises At Wembley 22nd July 1983:
01. Crises – 22:35
02. Tubular Bells Part One – 19:10

Extra Visual Content:
3. Moonlight Shadow (Promotional Video 1983) – 3:42
4. Shadow On The Wall (Promotional Video 1983) – 3:08
5. Crime Of Passion (Promotional Video 1984) – 3:42
6. Moonlight Shadow (BBC TV “Top Of The Pop”) – 3:15

Tracklist DVD2:

Mike Oldfield - Crises (2013 5.1 Surround Mix)
01. Crises - 20:38
02. Moonlight Shadow [with Maggie Reilly] - 4:00
03. In High Places [with Jon Anderson] - 3:53
04. Foreign Affair [with Maggie Reilly] - 4:13
05. Taurus 3 - 2:50
06. Shadow On The Wall [with Roger Chapman] - 5:13