Ozric Tentacles and The Orb

Ozric Tentacles, formed in 1983 in the UK, blend jazz fusion and space rock. Known for albums like "Erpland" and "Jurassic Shift," they climbed UK charts and drew crowds at festivals. Key members include guitarist Ed Wynne, bassist Roly Wynne, and flutist John Egan. They collaborated with artists like Steve Hillage. Despite setbacks, including a 2011 fire, they returned strong with 2016's "Technicians of the Sacred."

The Orb, born in the UK, pioneered ambient house, blending Chicago house rhythms with synths and effects. Known for tracks like "Little Fluffy Clouds" and albums like U.F.Orb, they topped UK charts and worked with Pink Floyd's David Gilmour and Lee "Scratch" Perry. Their live shows fused electronic music with rock aesthetics. Key collaborations include Jimi Cauty (KLF) and contributions from members of Killing Joke. With a career spanning decades, The Orb continuously experimented with diverse sounds and genres, leaving a lasting impact on electronic music.