Ryuichi Sakamoto

electronic music, experimental music, techno

Japan

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Sound in a sentence: "Layered synths and acoustic elements intertwine with moments of stark silence, creating an atmosphere that oscillates between tension and release."

Ryuichi Sakamoto matters for his profound influence on the landscape of modern music, merging elements of traditional Japanese sounds with avant-garde electronic innovation. His work has not only shaped contemporary classical and electronic genres but also challenged listeners to engage with sound as a fluid medium, inviting a deeper emotional connection beyond mere melody. Sakamoto's approach is characterized by a relentless curiosity and an embrace of technology, blending organic instruments with synthesized textures. This fusion creates immersive soundscapes that often defy conventional structure, allowing the listener to experience music as a living entity rather than a static composition. His willingness to traverse various styles while remaining true to his artistic vision has set a precedent for future generations of musicians who seek to explore the boundaries of sound. Thematic explorations in Sakamoto's music frequently revolve around nature, human emotion, and social commentary, delivered through both introspective and expansive narratives. His writing often balances sincerity with a sense of irony, inviting listeners into contemplative spaces where personal reflection meets broader cultural observations. Sakamoto's storytelling is impressionistic, using tone and texture to evoke feelings rather than relying solely on lyrical narrative.

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Discography

Albums ()

12

Async

ASYNC – REMODELS

Glass (composition)

The Revenant

Flumina

UTAU

Out of Noise

Playing the Piano

Cendre

Bricolages

SONORITE

/05

/04

Chasm

Moto.tronic

Ryuichi Sakamoto Trio World Tour 1996

A Day in New York

Vrioon

BTTB

Cinemage

LIFE IN PROGRESS

Sweet Revenge

Discord

1996

Tatsuro Yamashita CM Collection Vol.1

Snooty

Smoochy

Hard Revenge

Tacones lejanos – Banda sonora original del film de Pedro Almodovar

Heartbeat

Beauty

The Last Emperor

Neo Geo

Futurista

Esperanto

Big Wave

Illustrated Musical Encyclopedia

Merry Christmas Mr. Lawrence – Soundtrack from the Motion Picture

Left Handed Dream

ROMANTIQUE

B-2 Unit

MOONGLOW

Summer Nerves

Go Ahead!

IT'S A POPPIN' TIME

Thousand Knives

Tokyo Joe

SUNSHOWER

SPACY

Grey Skies

Gruppo Musicale

CM/TV

Media Bahn Live

Playing The Orchestra

The very best of gut years 1994-1997

Coda

US

Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence

Gruppo Musicale II

The Sheltering Sky

AUDIO LIFE

GEM

OPERA

RAW LIFE OSAKA

RAW LIFE TOKYO

UF

EPs ()

Sala Santa Cecilia

Zero Landmine

Singles ()

Koko

Undercooled

Ura BTTB