The Screen Behind the Mirror (2000) is the fourth studio album by the German project Enigma, written and produced by Michael Cretu. It was recorded in Ibiza and integrates Gregorian samples, ambient textures, ethnic instrumentation, and cinematic direction.
Background & Release
Released on January 14, 2000, the album thematically reflects inward and cosmic exploration, reworking prior motifs and sampling Carl Orff’s O Fortuna across multiple tracks.
Track List
- The Gate
- Push the Limits
- Gravity of Love
- Smell of Desire
- Modern Crusaders
- Traces (Light and Weight)
- The Screen Behind the Mirror
- Endless Quest
- Camera Obscura
- Between Mind & Heart
- Silence Must Be Heard
Singles & Reception
- Gravity of Love – lead single (1999), featuring Orff’s O Fortuna; moderate international success.
- Push the Limits – a rhythmic, sensual track showcasing whispered vocals and cinematic atmosphere.
Legacy & Influence
The album solidified Enigma’s signature style—melding chant, electronic, and cinematic orchestration. It influenced spiritual‑fusion artists like Era, Lesiëm, and Costa Rica’s own Shinnobu.
Chart Performance
The album reached No. 1 in Greece and No. 2 in Germany and Europe; it charted globally including US Billboard 200 at No. 33.