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Chasm

Ryuichi Sakamoto · 2004

76 min · 15 tracks · techno

A meditative exploration of soundscapes intertwining minimalist piano with electronic textures and ambient layers.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • atmospheric background focus
  • meditative sound exploration
  • gradual builds and payoffs
  • layered, dense sonic textures

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Chasm' was released in 2004, Ryuichi Sakamoto had already established himself as a pivotal figure in electronic music, known for his groundbreaking work with Yellow Magic Orchestra. This album came over two decades after his debut solo work, showcasing his evolution as an artist deeply engaged with environmental and social themes. Sakamoto's career during this period reflected a blend of experimental endeavors while continuing to influence contemporary music across genres.
Stylistic neighbors
Brian Eno· Alva Noto· Tangerine Dream

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Undercooled 4:32
  • 2 Coro 4:05
  • 3 War & Peace 5:31
  • 4 CHASM 3:30
  • 5 World Citizen - I Won't Be Disappointed / Looped Piano 6:03
  • 6 Only Love Can Conquer Hate 9:46
  • 7 Ngo/Bitmix 5:10
  • 8 Break With 4:35
  • 9 +Pantonal 3:58
  • 10 20 Msec. 5:32
  • 11 Laménto 3:43
  • 12 World Citizen/Re-Cycled 4:58
  • 13 Song 4:30
  • 14 Word 5:00
  • 15 Seven Samurai - Ending Theme 5:40

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