Paradise View - Hosono, Haruomi* - Audio CD - Pre Owned CDs (Arrives in 14days)

Released in 1985, 'Paradise View' marks a fascinating chapter in Haruomi Hosono’s endlessly inventive career. Commissioned as the soundtrack for Gō Takamine’s film set in Okinawa, this album finds Hosono distilling the region’s unique cultural identity through his own electronic lens. The result is a striking fusion of local Okinawan influences with ambient textures, minimalistic melodies, and subtle field recordings. Hosono’s deft touch transforms each piece into a sonic postcard—lush, evocative, and tinged with a sense of gentle otherworldliness. For anyone interested in the roots of Japanese electronic music, 'Paradise View' is indispensable. It predates—and arguably paves the way for—much of the ambient and world-influenced electronica that would surface in the decades to follow. The album’s experimental spirit is balanced by Hosono’s keen melodic sense, making it accessible yet endlessly rewarding for deep listening. Whether you’re a longtime fan or new to Hosono’s universe, 'Paradise View' is a rare opportunity to experience a master synthesist translating place and memory into sound. This pressing is a treasure for those seeking music that invites exploration and reflection beyond the surface. Track List: 1 - The Image Of A Paradise - 2:58 2 - The Image Of A View - 3:15 3 - Mabui Dance - 7:03 4 - Yuta's Pray - 1:34 5 - Atti - 2:48 6 - Wheels On Fire - 3:08 7 - The Truck On The Sea - 1:37 8 - Roochoo Jazz - 1:03 9 - The Paradise View - 6:44