Yamashiro, Shoji

Akira O.s.t.

The strength of the 'Akira' soundtrack lies in its unique blend of traditional Japanese instruments and futuristic electronic sounds. Yamashiro weaves together an eclectic mix of influences, creating a sonic landscape that mirrors the dystopian and cyberpunk themes of the movie. The use of traditional chants, taiko drums, and shakuhachi flutes alongside electronic synthesizers and orchestral elements generates a hauntingly mesmerizing atmosphere that perfectly complements the visuals on screen. The composer also drew from the chants of Noh, traditional Japanese theater. Combined with polyrhythmic drum machine beats and synths tuned to gamelan microtonal scales, these styles give a sense of ritualistic tension to the dystopian world of 'Akira.'

Price
€ 20.95
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Format
LP - 1 disk
Release date
31-05-2024
Label
Item-nr
547755
EAN
7427252392081
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TRACKS

Disk 1

1. KANEDA
2. TETSUO
3. TETSUO II
4. AKIRA