Yellow Magic Orchestra – Solid State Survivor (VG/VG+) – LP, UK 1982

Solid State Survivor is an LP by Yellow Magic Orchestra from 1982 released on the Alfa label.

About this album

Solid State Survivor is a landmark in electronic pop, where Yellow Magic Orchestra sharpened their futuristic sound into something witty, melodic and hugely influential. Issued in 1979, the release built on the group’s early experiments with synths, sequencers and electronic textures, while pushing their knack for memorable hooks and playful detail into more accessible territory. Tracks such as Technopolis, Rydeen and Behind the Mask helped define the sound of Japanese synth-pop and later inspired artists across pop and electronic music. Its blend of precision, humour and innovation made the group one of the most important forces in late-1970s electronic music.