Released 30 years ago
Siren
Susumu Hirasawa · 1996
49 min · 11 tracks · post-punk
A mesmerizing blend of electronic textures and haunting melodies that evoke a dreamlike, otherworldly atmosphere.
Top tracks — play these first
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サイレン *siren* — This title track encapsulates the album's central theme with its ethereal vocals and layered instrumentation, merging traditional Japanese influences with modern electronic soundscapes.
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Mermaid Song — The lengthy composition explores intricate arrangements and dynamic shifts, embodying Hirasawa's signature style while vividly narrating the mythological theme of mermaids.
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Holy Delay — Characterized by its rhythmic complexity and atmospheric build-up, this track exemplifies Hirasawa's ability to fuse digital sounds with organic musicality, creating a hypnotic listening experience.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady pacing with emotional peaks
- haunting melodies for deep focus
- immersive storytelling throughout tracks
- evocative soundscapes for reflection
Maybe skip if you
- seek instant gratification
- prefer standalone singles
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1996, Siren marked Susumu Hirasawa's artistic evolution following his work with the band P-Model. This album established him as a solo artist, showcasing his unique fusion of post-punk and techno elements while exploring themes of technology and nature.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Yoko Kanno· Kraftwerk· Tangerine Dream
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 電光浴–1 1:12
- 2 サイレン *siren* 5:28
- 3 On Line Malaysia 4:46
- 4 Siren *セイレーン* 5:00
- 5 Nurse Cafe 4:01
- 6 Holy Delay 5:23
- 7 Gemini 5:25
- 8 Day Scanner 3:39
- 9 Siam Lights 5:42
- 10 電光浴–2 1:25
- 11 Mermaid Song 7:00
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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