A great mix of ambient pop music, remixes, sound collages, more experimental tracks, and English covers of her songs. Definitely a hidden gem (also it was produced by Ryuichi Sakamoto who’s one of my favorite musicians ever)
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a bubbly, girly, japanese synthpop album from the early 80s that wasn't on streaming until very recently! it's a little goofy sometimes but all in good fun and sonically it's very unique.
Ryuichi Sakamoto of Yellow Magic Orchestra had a big hand in the production and actually got married to Akiko Yano a bit after the album and they were together until he passed in 2023.
Feb 11, 2025
bubbly japanese synthpop from 1981, produced in part by Ryuichi Sakamoto of Yellow Magic Orchestra
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I would be remiss to not mention Miharu Koshi. Her music crosses genres, so depending on your mood there’s always some Koshi that will hit the mark. Her vocals are coquettish and perfect for getting you in the mood to do anything. Many albums are produced by Haruomi Hosono, including my electro favorite Tutu (1983). I also love the more jazzy/chanson Madame Crooner (2013).
May 2, 2023
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