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Released 20 years ago

iFuturelist

Akira Yamaoka · 2006

70 min · 17 tracks · rock music

A vivid fusion of dark ambient textures and rock energy, layered with trip-hop rhythms and haunting melodies.

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Top tracks — play these first

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    iFUTURELIST — The title track encapsulates the album's overarching themes with its driving beat and contemplative lyrics about societal progress and future aspirations.
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    LOVE ME DO — This track stands out for its engaging blend of catchy hooks and ethereal production, showcasing Yamaoka's knack for creating memorable melodies within complex arrangements.
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    EMPTY OF THE SKY — Here, Yamaoka employs expansive sonic textures that evoke a sense of longing and introspection, highlighting his skill in constructing atmospheric soundscapes.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic journey with emotional peaks
  • haunting melodies for introspective moments
  • wave-like pacing for relaxed listening
  • engaging layers for detail exploration
  • for late-night contemplation

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer straightforward, fast-paced tracks
  • seek instant gratification in music

Where this album fits

Career context
iFuturelist is Akira Yamaoka's follow-up to the acclaimed 2003 album, showcasing his evolution as a producer and artist. By this point in his career, he was increasingly known for blending genres and experimenting with soundscapes that reflect and challenge contemporary themes.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 The policy of the iFUTURELIST Party 0:58
  • 2 LOVE ME DO 3:58
  • 3 iFUTURELIST 3:14
  • 4 tant pis pour toi 3:22
  • 5 INJECTION OF LOVE 4:18
  • 6 EMPTY OF THE SKY 4:10
  • 7 Maria 3:36
  • 8 Adjust Rain 4:57
  • 9 RISLIM 2:45
  • 10 狂った季節 5:48
  • 11 ライオンはともだち 2:32
  • 12 ライオン好き 3:46
  • 13 bitmania 3:46
  • 14 エイプリルフールの唄 5:12
  • 15 Heavenly Sun (Collaborated with fans) 7:23
  • 16 昭和企業戦士荒山課長 LOLITA ON BREAKS MIX (Remixed by t-kimura) 6:58
  • 17 SYSTEM LOVE 7.5.5 4:00

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