1983 YMO JAPAN TOUR CHAOS

Published by Yoroshita Music | 1st Edition | Hardcover
Format: Hardcover
Pages: -
Size: 23 x 29.5 x 1.3 cm
Publication Date: 1983

1983 YMO Japan Tour Chaos is a concept book capturing the philosophy and image of Yellow Magic Orchestra (YMO), the legendary Japanese group that dominated the music scene around 1980. Comprised of the ultra-unique artists Haruomi Hosono, Yukihiro Takahashi, and Ryuichi Sakamoto, YMO were pioneers of the techno-new wave movement, making full use of synthesizers and computers. Though extremely popular, the trio disbanded just five years after their formation, cementing their legendary status.

Published in November 1983, the year of their first disbandment, this book presents a rich variety of illustrations and text, culminating in a detailed record of the band’s activities over the preceding five years. The design by art director Tsuguya Inoue, also responsible for the image visuals of Comme Des Garçons at the time, played a crucial role in bringing this work to life.