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Hosono's Ghostly Echoes: Revisiting Past Melodies
16 Sep
Summary
- Elderly musician Haruomi Hosono revisits older catalog items.
- His 23rd solo album features reworked film and commission music.
- Hosono embraces his voice on the new album, 'Yours Sincerely'.
Haruomi Hosono, a pioneering force in Japanese pop music for nearly six decades, has released his 23rd solo album, 'Yours Sincerely.' Now 79, the surviving member of Yellow Magic Orchestra is reflecting on his vast musical legacy.
The album focuses on reworking incomplete ideas and lesser-known pieces from the last twenty years. These include music composed for films, television dramas, and even commissions for fashion designers, showcasing a more intimate and contemplative side of Hosono's work.
Previously hesitant to sing, Hosono embraces his voice on this record. Tracks like 'Rojiura (Walking Vibration)' and 'Happy Holiday' are reimagined with new arrangements. He also offers a rendition of the Moonglows' hit 'Sincerely,' showcasing his smooth baritone.
Hosono's career spans influential bands like Happy End and Yellow Magic Orchestra, alongside countless contributions to other artists' works. 'Yours Sincerely' marks a personal journey through his artistic past.
