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"Toxygene" is a single by electronic music artist The Orb. It was released in 1997 as the first single from the album Orblivion. The song was originally commissioned as a remix of Jean Michel Jarre's "Oxygène 8" from Oxygène 7–13. However, The Orb "obliterated it" and reassembled only a few fragments for their remix, much to the chagrin of Jarre, who reportedly "threw a fit and refused to release it". The Orb released the track themselves under the name "Toxygene", which further irritated Jarre, to whom Paterson retorted "The French are always five years behind us, anyway. " In statements made after the release of "Toxygene", Jarre denied the reports: "It's not that I didn't like it, but I wanted the first wave of remixes to be linked to Oxygene's theme and textures." The release was accompanied by a music video directed by Ben Stokes. "Toxygene" became the highest-charting single by The Orb, reaching number four on the UK Singles Chart on 8 February 1997. The band appeared on Top of the Pops to promote the song, but the pretence of a live performance was avoided; instead, the group danced around on playground rides. Outside the United Kingdom, "Toxygene" reached number 23 in Ireland and was an alternative hit in Canada, climbing to number four on the RPM Alternative 30 chart. 


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The Orb

The Orb are an English electronic music group known for spawning the genre of ambient house. Founded in 1988 by Alex Paterson and KLF member Jimmy Cauty, The Orb began as ambient and dub DJs in London. Its early performances were inspired by ambient and electronic artists of the 1970s and 1980s, most notably Brian Eno and Kraftwerk. Because of its trippy sound, the Orb developed a cult following among clubbers "coming down" from drug-induced highs. The Orb has maintained its drug-related and science fiction themes despite personnel changes, including the departure of Cauty and other Orb members Kris Weston, Andy Falconer, Simon Phillips, and Andy Hughes. Paterson has been the only permanent member, continuing to work as the Orb with the Swiss-German producer … more »

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Written by: Alex Paterson, Andrew Paul Hughes, Philippe Le Gontdec

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Music Genre
"Toxygene" is a genre-bending track that blends elements of ambient, electronic dance music, and techno. The Orb is best known for pushing the boundaries of electronic music and this song is a clear example of their innovative approach.
Album Details
The track is part of The Orb's fourth studio album, "Orblivion," which was released in 1997.
Chart Performance
"Toxygene" became one of the group's most commercially successful songs. It peaked at number four in the UK Singles Chart and topped out at number five on the US Billboard Dance Club Songs chart.
Rejection and Controversy
Originally, "Toxygene" was created as a remix of Jean Michel Jarre's song "Oxygene 8" but was rejected for being too dissimilar from the original track. The Orb decided to release it under a new name, which resulted in some controversy.
Music Video
The video for "Toxygene" features astronauts floating through space, which was in keeping with The Orb's futuristic aesthetic and further solidified their association with the ambient house genre.
Live Performances
"Toxygene" was a staple during The Orb's live performances. Its diverse fusion of ambient soundscapes and danceable beats made it a fan favorite.
Usage in Media
The song has been used in various media platforms like video games and films, thereby reaching to a wider audience beyond the band's fan base.
Remix Versions
Like many electronic tracks, "Toxygene" has several remix versions. These mixes were made by various artists and present unique interpretations of the original track.
Critical Reception
Critics hailed the track's creative departure from Jean Michel Jarre's original composition. It further bolstered The Orb’s reputation for their innovative and experimental approach to electronic music.
Impact on The Orb's Career
The success of "Toxygene" helped solidify The Orb's place in the electronic music scene and contributed significantly to the success of the "Orblivion" album.

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