Name: Music For Films
Brand: Ryuichi Sakamoto

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Default:19

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Rough Trade UK

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Format detail

Housed in Gatefold Sleeve.

Colour details

Transparent Lime Green and Black Splatter

Discogs ID

Limited edition

Colour

Green

Format Music EU

Extended format

Extended format: Yes

Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: No

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

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Download code: No

Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Release date

2023-10-06

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Catalogue number

SILLP1524GB

UPC / Barcode

738572152451

Green LP

Artist

Ryuichi Sakamoto

Label EU

Silva Screen

Genre EU

Soundtracks

Soundtracks | Vinyl LPs, CDs, Merch | Rough Trade

Ryuichi Sakamoto was a Japanese musician, composer, and actor born on January 17, 1952 in Tokyo, Japan. He studied at the Tokyo National University of Fine Arts and Music where he specialized in composition and electronic/ethnic music. Sakamoto began his career in the mid-1970s as a composer, arranger, and producer for popular rock, jazz, and classical artists in Japan. He gained fame as a member of the synth-rock band Yellow Magic Orchestra. Throughout his career, he collaborated with various artists including David Sylvian and appeared in films such as Merry Christmas, Mr Lawrence alongside David Bowie.
Sakamoto's musical talent extended to film scores as well. He won an Academy Award for his score to the 1987 film The Last Emperor directed by Bernardo Bertolucci. Additionally, he composed soundtracks for Pedro Almodovar's High Heels and Oliver Stone's Wild Palms. Sakamoto was married to Japanese pianist and singer Akiko Yano with whom he collaborated on some recordings.
Aside from his musical achievements, Ryuichi Sakamoto was also known for being critical of copyright law which he believed to be outdated in the information age. His legacy lives on through his daughter Miu Sakamoto who is also involved in the music industry under the alias Sister M.

Silva Screen is a London-based label specializing in movie soundtracks. As the main imprint of Silva Screen Records Ltd., they have established themselves as a leading force in the industry. With their extensive catalogue and commitment to quality, Silva Screen continues to provide music lovers with exceptional film scores.

With a focus on UK London-based productions, Silva Screen has become synonymous with excellence in the world of movie soundtracks. Their dedication to curating and releasing high-quality albums has earned them a reputation as an authoritative voice in the industry.

As one of the top labels for movie soundtracks, Silva Screen offers an impressive selection of releases from various genres and eras. Whether you're a fan of classic films or contemporary blockbusters, you can trust that Silva Screen will deliver exceptional music that enhances your cinematic experience.

From small beginnings in 1974 as a local cinema and university event, Film Fest Gent has grown yearly in stature and is now recognised as one of the major destinations for the film industry. A vital component is the celebration of film music in the shape of the World Soundtrack Awards which honours the very best composers at work in the world of cinema. In 2016 the award went to one of the most brilliant composers of his generation, Ryuichi Sakamoto. This is the first overview of his remarkable catalogue of film scores, fully approved by the composer and performed by the masterful Brussels Philharmonic under the baton of Dirk Brossé. Sakamoto was already a celebrated pioneer in electronic music and composer / pianist / singer in Japan when director Nagisa Oshima asked him to write the score for Merry Christmas Mr. Lawrence in 1983 and also to star alongside David Bowie. In a 30 year plus career since then he has worked with the cream of film directors including Bernardo Bertolucci (The Last Emperor), Brian De Palma (Snake Eyes), Pedro Almodovar (High Heels) and most recently Alejandro Gonzalez Inarritu (The Revenant). This compilation is a fitting tribute to his status as one of the greatest living musicians and film composers.

Music For Films

Music EU

Discover Music For Films by Ryuichi Sakamoto on vinyl from Silva Screen. A tribute to his iconic film scores performed by Brussels Philharmonic.