Japanese philosophy
First came "[[Floating World (Jade Warrior album)|Floating World]]" (1974), a complex concept set themed around the Japanese philosophy of [[Ukiyo]], with the songs revolving around two interrelated and interlaced series of compositions. According to AllMusic, "[The] sheer diversity of sounds and moods, the constant clash or gentle intermingling of Eastern and Western styles, and the set's glittering atmospheres made Floating World an undeniable masterpiece". The band's foray into what would later be labelled world and ambient music came parallel to that of [[Brian Eno]], who described "Floating World" as an "important album".