Name: Public Pressure
Brand: Yellow Magic Orchestra

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Default:19

Supplier EU

Bertus Musikvertrieb

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Limited edition

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Extended format: No

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Rough Trade Exclusive: No

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Bonus disc: No

Release date

2015-05-22

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MOCCD13229

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8718627222300

Artist

Yellow Magic Orchestra

Label EU

Music On Cd

Genre EU

New Wave / Post Punk

Yellow Magic Orchestra is a Japanese electropop band that was formed in 1978. The band consists of Haruomi Hosono on bass, Yukihiro Takahashi on drums, and Ryuichi Sakamoto on keyboards. Originally conceived as a one-off studio project by Hosono, the band gained popularity with their first album and went on to become pioneers of electronic music. Their use of synthesizers, samplers, and digital recording technology set them apart and influenced many modern artists. Although they stopped working together in 1984, the members continued to collaborate and released a reunion album in 1993.

In the early 2000s, Hosono and Takahashi reunited in a project called Sketch Show, occasionally joined by Sakamoto. They later proposed renaming the unit "Human Audio Sponge" when Sakamoto participates. Yellow Magic Orchestra's singles such as "Technopolis," "Rydeen," and "Kimi Ni Mune Kyun" achieved success on the Oricon chart in Japan.

Their albums like "Solid State Survivor," "Public Pressure," and "Naughty Boys" also topped the Oricon chart and sold millions of copies worldwide. With their innovative sound and enduring influence, Yellow Magic Orchestra remains an iconic name in electronic music.

This is YMO's first live recorded album and their second #1 album in Japan. Several concerts were recorded for Public Pressure, all in 1979 (The Venue in London, Greek Theater in LA, Bottom Line in NYC, Sun Plaza in Nakano). This album contains first class recordings, clear and sparkling; YMO is arguably at it's best with an audience. Akiko Yano is a welcomed addition to YMO, as she completes the band with sublime vocals. This live album has a much more relaxed approach to the music, as it feels like they're jamming on stage and clearly enjoying themselves.

Public Pressure

Music EU

Discover Public Pressure by Yellow Magic Orchestra on CD. YMO's live recorded album from 1979 showcases their best with a relaxed, jamming vibe.