Optimystique
Originally recorded in 1980, this assortment of dated electronic music was rereleased in 1989 when Yanni's career was just starting to catch fire. Recognize it for what it is: an historical document, an audio time capsule intended only for the most zealous of fans. It appears Yanni was in something of aStyxphase when he composed much of this music. It has its occasional charms, but they are sporadic.--Terry Wood