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.
Why this album works
This album is significant as it revives interest in Yellow Magic Orchestra's innovative sound, coinciding with a growing appreciation for electronic music globally. It reflects their impact on genres like J-pop and synth-pop, influencing countless artists across multiple generations, while also highlighting their live performance prowess.
- 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
- Siouxsie Sioux· The Human League· Isao Tomita
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Riot in Lagos Standout 7:10
- 2 The End of Asia 6:04
- 3 Behind the Mask Standout 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 Standout 4:14
- 8 Cosmic Surfin' 4:20
- 9 Tong Poo 4:02
- 10 Invention 1:14
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