Coincidental Music
Haruomi Hosono · 1985
36 min · 11 tracks · rock music
A whimsical exploration of sound, blending avant-garde textures with playful melodies and unconventional song structures.
Top tracks — play these first
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Pietro Germi Start here — This track encapsulates the album's playful spirit with its unexpected shifts in tempo and rhythm, showcasing Hosono's knack for blending genres seamlessly.
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Bio Philosophy — With its intricate layers of sound and philosophical undertones, this track exemplifies Hosono's ability to merge thought-provoking themes with engaging melodies.
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Memphis, Milano — Spanning over ten minutes, this epic piece offers an immersive experience, combining ambient soundscapes with rhythmic elements that evolve throughout.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- whimsical sonic explorations
- short bursts of creativity
- gradual resolution of themes
- playful experimentation with sounds
Maybe skip if you
- prefer straightforward song structures
- seek long, cohesive narratives
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Experimental — Features avant-garde textures and unconventional structures, marking a departure in sound.
- Themes
- avant-garde textures· playful melodies· philosophical undertones
- Career context
- By the time 'Coincidental Music' was released in 1985, Haruomi Hosono had already established himself as a pivotal figure in Japanese music, particularly through his work with Yellow Magic Orchestra. This album followed his acclaimed solo projects and marked a continuation of his experimental approach, further pushing the boundaries of genre and composition.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Ryuichi Sakamoto· Toshiyuki Yasuda· Cornelius
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Nokto de la Galaksia Fervojo
The track features a moment where it shifts from abstract sounds to a melodic line that evokes travel through space.
This transition not only enhances the listening experience but also reflects Hosono's thematic focus on exploration and imagination.
Tracklist
- 1 Lichtenstein's 0:33
- 2 Pietro Germi Start here 5:30
- 3 Normandia 2:37
- 4 The Man of China 1:52
- 5 Sayokoskatti 4:45
- 6 Mazinger "H" 3:16
- 7 The Plan 0:31
- 8 Nokto de la Galaksia Fervojo 1:34
- 9 George Don 1:01
- 10 Bio Philosophy 4:40
- 11 Memphis, Milano 10:27
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
The Catherine Wheel
David Byrne
Explores avant-garde textures and playful melodies with theatrical elements and unconventional song structures.
Another Green World
Brian Eno
Shares whimsical sound exploration with experimental composition and a blend of melodic and ambient textures.
Emperor Tomato Ketchup
Stereolab
Combines playful melodies with avant-garde influences, creating a unique fusion of styles and sounds.
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