Oxygene 7-13

Overview
Oxygène 7–13 is Jean-Michel Jarre’s 1997 studio continuation of his landmark Oxygène suite. Known in the Oxygène Trilogy box set as Oxygène 2, it revisits the original’s ethereal synth textures with updated rhythms and is dedicated to Pierre Schaeffer. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oxyg%C3%A8ne_7%E2%80%9313))

Recording History
The album was recorded at Oxygene Studio and Croissy Studio, with Jarre producing and sharing recording duties with Patrick Pelamourges and René Ameline (the latter handling mixing). It features the collaboration of Michel Geiss, Francis Rimbert, and Christian Sales. The CD’s lenticular cover adds a moving-stars effect. Equipment listed in the liner notes includes ARP 2600, EMS VCS3, EMS Synthi AKS, Eminent 310 Unique, Mellotron M400, Theremin, Yamaha CS-80, Quasimidi Raven, Digisequencer, Akai MPC 3000, Nordlead, JV-90, K2000, RMI Harmonic Synthesizer, Korg Prophecy, TR-808, and DJ-70. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oxyg%C3%A8ne_7%E2%80%9313))

Chart Performance & Recognition
Released February 17, 1997, Oxygène 7–13 reached notable chart positions: Austria #2, France #6, the United Kingdom #11, with solid showings in the Netherlands, Sweden, and other markets. It achieved Gold certifications in Austria, Poland, and Spain, with worldwide sales around 600,000 copies. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oxyg%C3%A8ne_7%E2%80%9313))

Cultural Impact & Legacy
Critically, the album is framed as a fusion of the original “spherical” Oxygène textures with contemporary rhythms, grounding Jarre’s late‑1990s synth approach in his classic palette. AllMusic classifies it as Electronic/New Age with progressive electronic and techno sensibilities, reflecting its hybrid feel. The release also spawned remixes and connections to the later Odyssey Through O 2 project, including DJ Cam’s Remix of Oxygène 7, featured on that companion set. The album’s enduring trivia includes its dedication to Pierre Schaeffer and its distinctive lenticular cover. ([allmusic.com](https://www.allmusic.com/album/oxyg%C3%A8ne-7-13-mw0000022612?utm_source=openai))