Description
Yellow Magic Orchestra – Hi-Tech/No Crime – Yellow Magic Orchestra Reconstructed – Compact Disc
Hi-Tech/No Crime is a remix album featuring reinterpretations of tracks by the pioneering Japanese electronic band Yellow Magic Orchestra (YMO). Released in 1993, this compilation brings together prominent figures from the electronic and techno scenes, offering contemporary takes on YMO’s influential works.
Yellow Magic Orchestra, formed in 1978 by Haruomi Hosono, Ryuichi Sakamoto, and Yukihiro Takahashi, is renowned for their innovative blend of electronic music, synthpop, and experimental sounds. Their work has significantly influenced genres such as techno, ambient, and house music. Hi-Tech/No Crime serves as a testament to YMO’s enduring legacy, with artists from the early ’90s electronic scene reimagining the band’s classic tracks.
Featured Artists and Tracks
The album boasts an impressive lineup of remixers who were instrumental in shaping the electronic music landscape of the time. Notable contributions include:
The Orbital Remix: A reimagining of “Behind the Mask,” infusing the track with the Hartnoll brothers’ signature techno style.
808 State Remix: Their version of “Light in Darkness” showcases the band’s acid house influences, adding a pulsating rhythm to the original composition.
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LFO Remix: A reinterpretation of “La Femme Chinoise,” blending glitchy beats with melodic elements to create a unique soundscape.
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The Shamen Remix: Their take on “Firecracker” introduces psychedelic elements, reflecting the band’s experimental approach to electronic music.
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Graham Massey Remix: A member of 808 State, Massey offers his rendition of “Rydeen,” adding layers of complexity to the track.
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The album has been acknowledged for highlighting YMO’s influence on contemporary electronic music. Critics have noted that the remixes pay homage to the original compositions while infusing them with modern electronic elements, making the album both a tribute and a fresh listening experience.
Hi-Tech/No Crime stands as a significant project that bridges the gap between YMO’s pioneering electronic sound and the evolving techno and house movements of the early ’90s. By enlisting contemporary artists to reinterpret their work, YMO not only reaffirmed their influence but also introduced their music to a new generation, solidifying their place in the annals of electronic music history.
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Track Listing
Camouflage (Mark Gamble Micro-Mix)
Light In The Darkness (808 State Remix)
Behind The Mask (The Orbital Remix)
Multiples (The Altern 8 Syncopated Mix)
Loom (Mark Gamble Micromix II)
La Femme Chinois (The LFO Remix)
Firecracker (Zero B Mix)
Tighten Up (The Robert Gordon Remix)
Rydeen (The Graham Massey Remix)
Firecracker II (Additional Production And Remix By The Shamen)
Tong Poo (The Orb Remix I)
Castalia (Mark Gamble Micromix III)
Tong Poo (The Orb Remix II)
Light In The Darkness (…Spark) (808 State Ambient Reprise)
