Beauty cover

Beauty

Ryuichi Sakamoto · 1989

59 min · 12 tracks · techno

A delicate fusion of electronic textures and emotive melodies, evoking a sense of introspective beauty.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • atmospheric background focus
  • introspective and reflective moods
  • gradual builds and payoffs

Where this album fits

Career context
In 1989, Ryuichi Sakamoto was already an established figure in the music scene, following his success with Yellow Magic Orchestra and acclaimed solo projects. 'Beauty' marked his return to electronic experimentation after the orchestral-focused 'Left-Handed Dream' in 1981, showcasing his evolving sound and artistic vision during this phase.
Stylistic neighbors
Brian Eno· Alva Noto· Tangerine Dream

Tracklist

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

  • 1 You Do Me (edited version) 5:05
  • 2 Calling From Tokyo 4:26
  • 3 Rose 5:11
  • 4 Asadoya Yunta 4:35
  • 5 Futique 4:08
  • 6 Amore 4:54
  • 7 We Love You (remix) 4:46
  • 8 Diabaram 4:13
  • 9 A Pile of Time 5:34
  • 10 Romance 5:32
  • 11 Chinsagu Nohana 7:27
  • 12 [You Do Me (remix)] 3:59

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata