Solid State Survivor = ソリッド・ステイト・サヴァイヴァー – Yellow Magic Orchestra = イエロー・マジック・オーケストラ* – LP – Pre Owned Vinyl (Arrives in 21days)

Few albums have etched themselves into the DNA of electronic music quite like Yellow Magic Orchestra’s ‘Solid State Survivor.’ Released in 1979, this record is a dazzling showcase of innovative synth work, intricate programming, and a playful yet sophisticated approach to songwriting. YMO—comprising Haruomi Hosono, Ryuichi Sakamoto, and Yukihiro Takahashi—crafted a sound that was both distinctly Japanese and universally forward-thinking, influencing everyone from synthpop pioneers to techno visionaries.

Every track pulses with the adventurous spirit of late-70s technology, from the razor-sharp rhythms of “Rydeen” to the gleaming, cybernetic funk of the title track. The album’s seamless blend of catchy melodies and futuristic textures manages to feel both warmly nostalgic and perpetually ahead of its time. It’s no surprise that ‘Solid State Survivor’ helped spark the global synthpop movement and continues to be sampled by contemporary electronic artists.

Owning this album means holding a crucial artifact in the evolution of modern music—a record that invites you to marvel at the optimism and creativity that defined an era when machines and melody first danced together. This is not just a listening experience; it’s a piece of musical history.

Track List:
A1 – Technopolis – 4:14
A2 – Absolute Ego Dance – 4:38
A3 – Rydeen – 4:26
A4 – Castalia – 3:30
B1 – Behind The Mask – 3:35
B2 – Day Tripper – 2:39
B3 – Insomnia – 4:57
B4 – Solid State Survivor – 3:55