Async by Ryuichi Sakamoto, released 22 September 2023.
This version of Async comes as a 2xLP.
The vinyl is pressed as a opaque disc. Another vinyl is pressed as a opaque disc. -
RYUICHI SAKAMOTO / ASYNC / async is the nineteenth solo studio album of Japanese musician Ryuichi Sakamoto and his first one in eight years since Out of Noise. It is also his first full-length solo record since recovering from throat cancer in 2015.
Made in the EU.
Runouts are hand-etched, except the laser-etched MPO logo and stamper number.
"Async" is a groundbreaking album by the legendary Japanese composer Ryuichi Sakamoto, released in LP format by Masterworks/Sony Music. This work marks Sakamoto?s first solo studio album in eight years and stands as an introspective exploration of sound, time, and memory. Blending ambient textures with experimental electronic elements, "Async" invites listeners into a deeply personal sonic landscape inspired partly by his recovery from illness and reflections on mortality. The record features collaborations with artists such as David Sylvian and Arto Lindsay, further enriching its emotional depth. Ryuichi Sakamoto is renowned for his pioneering contributions to electronic music both as a founding member of Yellow Magic Orchestra (YMO) and through acclaimed film scores like "The Last Emperor," which earned him an Academy Award. Masterworks/Sony Music is recognized globally for producing high-quality classical and contemporary recordings, supporting visionary artists across genres.