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Released 30 years ago

World Tour 1980

Yellow Magic Orchestra · 1996

91 min · 19 tracks · J-pop · synth-pop · electro

A vibrant tapestry of electronic textures and avant-garde melodies that encapsulates the energy of live performance.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic journey with varied peaks
  • wave-like pacing for exploration
  • vibrant energy of live performance
  • immersive soundscape for deep listening
  • playful experimentation with textures

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer straightforward song structures
  • seek instant gratification tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1996, 'World Tour 1980' comes during a period of resurgence for Yellow Magic Orchestra, following their 1983 disbandment and subsequent reunion in the early '90s. This live album showcases their pioneering influence on electronic music and synth-pop, capturing the spirit of their original tours in the late '70s and early '80s.
Stylistic neighbors
Kraftwerk· Tangerine Dream· Art of Noise

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Riot in Lagos 7:10
  • 2 The End of Asia 6:04
  • 3 Behind the Mask 3:41
  • 4 Rydeen 4:45
  • 5 Maps 5:25
  • 6 Nice Age 3:42
  • 7 The Core of Eden 6:42
  • 8 Citizens of Science 4:27
  • 9 La Femme Chinoise 5:49

Disc 2

  • 1 Solid State Survivor 3:59
  • 2 Radio Junk 4:12
  • 3 Zai Kungtong Boy 7:05
  • 4 Firecracker 4:43
  • 5 1000 Knives 7:44
  • 6 All You Need Is Love 1:42
  • 7 Technopolis 4:14
  • 8 Cosmic Surfin' 4:20
  • 9 Tong Poo 4:02
  • 10 Invention 1:14

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