Playing the Piano

Limited two CD edition includes a bonus CD that contains Out Of Noise, his 2009 studio release. Disc One, Playing The Piano, is a compilation from the veteran Japanese musician, producer, songwriter, actor and performer. It collects 10 recordings from Japanese-only albums that were originally released in 2004 and 2005 and adds two new tracks. Disc Two, Out Of Noise, contains 12 tracks that were recorded in 2008 and mixed in early 2009. From his early days with Yellow Magic Orchestra and his incredibly moving soundtrack work, Ryuichi Sakamoto continues to impress the critics and surprise and delight his legion of fans. With a seemingly endless supply of imagination and talent, Sakamoto continues to evolve with each release while other musicians of his stature are content to sit on their laurels. 24 tracks. Decca.