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Ash Crow

Susumu Hirasawa · 2016

57 min · 13 tracks · post-punk · techno

A haunting blend of techno rhythms and ethereal soundscapes, echoing Hirasawa's cinematic vision.

Why this album works

Best for
steady pacing with emotional peaks haunting soundscapes for deep focus immersive experience for quiet nights
Context
By 2016, Susumu Hirasawa was already an established figure in the avant-garde music scene, with 'Ash Crow' marking his first major release since 'The World of Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex' soundtrack in 2004. This album further solidified his unique fusion of electronic music and traditional Japanese influences, showcasing his evolution as a composer and artist over more than two decades.
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post-punk, techno

Ash Crow is an album by Susumu Hirasawa, released in 2016. A haunting blend of techno rhythms and ethereal soundscapes, echoing Hirasawa's cinematic vision. 'Ash Crow' received critical acclaim for its innovative sound design and lyrical depth, reinforcing Hirasawa's reputation as a pioneer in blending genres. His work has influenced a wide range of artists across various genres, and this album continues to resonate within the realms of anime and progressive music scenes, reflecting on themes of existence and identity. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Ash Crow sound like?

A haunting blend of techno rhythms and ethereal soundscapes, echoing Hirasawa's cinematic vision. Rooted in post-punk and techno.

What makes Ash Crow by Susumu Hirasawa notable?

'Ash Crow' received critical acclaim for its innovative sound design and lyrical depth, reinforcing Hirasawa's reputation as a pioneer in blending genres. His work has influenced a wide range of artists across various genres, and this album continues to resonate within the realms of anime and progressive music scenes, reflecting on themes of existence and identity. By 2016, Susumu Hirasawa was already an established figure in the avant-garde music scene, with 'Ash Crow' marking his first major release since 'The World of Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex' soundtrack in 2004. This album further solidified his unique fusion of electronic music and traditional Japanese influences, showcasing his evolution as a composer and artist over more than two decades.

Who is Ash Crow for?

Ash Crow works well if you're into steady pacing with emotional peaks, haunting soundscapes for deep focus and immersive experience for quiet nights.

How many songs are on Ash Crow?

Ash Crow has 13 tracks, running approximately 57 minutes.

Tracklist

13 tracks·57:52

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 灰よ 4:16
  • 2 BERSERK-Forces 2016 Standout 4:18
  • 3 Aria 4:43
  • 4 FORCES II 3:54
  • 5 ZODDO II 3:13
  • 6 冠毛種子の大群 (Large Chamber ver.) 4:34
  • 7 INDRA 2016 Standout 5:04
  • 8 Ash Crow Standout 5:25
  • 9 Sign 4:13
  • 10 Sign-3 3:48
  • 11 Aria (カラオケ) 4:43
  • 12 灰よ (カラオケ) 4:15
  • 13 Ash Crow (カラオケ) 5:26

Release Date

January 1, 2016

Genre

post-punk, techno

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Artist Origin

Japan

Runtime

57 min 52 sec