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Flumina

Ryuichi Sakamoto · 2011

124 min · 24 tracks · techno

A serene tapestry of minimalist melodies and electronic textures that evoke a deep sense of introspection.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady, calming listening experience
  • deep introspection during quiet moments
  • ideal for focused work sessions
  • soothing backdrop for creative tasks
  • gentle soundscapes for relaxation

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of high-energy tracks
  • prefer short, standalone songs

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Flumina' was released in 2011, Ryuichi Sakamoto was already an established figure in the music world, known for his innovative contributions to electronic and experimental music. This album followed his acclaimed work on film scores and marked a return to more personal, meditative compositions after his 2009 album 'Playing the Piano'.
Stylistic neighbors
Brian Eno· Alva Noto· Tangerine Dream

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 0318 4:27
  • 2 0319 5:40
  • 3 0320 4:43
  • 4 0322 5:35
  • 5 0324 6:49
  • 6 0325 4:20
  • 7 0327 5:30
  • 8 0328 5:30
  • 9 0330 4:44
  • 10 0401 4:55
  • 11 0402 6:15
  • 12 0404 4:34

Disc 2

  • 1 0405 4:51
  • 2 0407 4:38
  • 3 0409 4:53
  • 4 0411 5:23
  • 5 0415 5:14
  • 6 0417 3:44
  • 7 0419 5:00
  • 8 0423 5:17
  • 9 0424 4:28
  • 10 0425 6:56
  • 11 0428 4:55
  • 12 0429 5:58

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata