Tangerine Dream is an influential German electronic, ambient, and progressive rock group that was founded by Edgar Froese in 1967. Since their beginnings, the band has created an innovative and unique sound that has touched many areas of popular music, and they have remained active over the past 50 years. They have released countless albums, and their most popular releases include 1971's Electronic Meditation, 1976's Stratosfear, and 1977's Encore. In addition to their own albums, they have also composed soundtracks for several movies, including Firestarter, Near Dark, and Legend. Tangerine Dream has been cited as a huge influence by a wide range of popular artists, including Jean-Michel Jarre, The Prodigy, and even the popular band Camel. They have also been inducted into the New Age Hall of Fame.