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Soft Selection 84

Soft Selection 84

Artists

Various

Catno

GLOSSY021

Formats

1x Vinyl LP Limited Edition Reissue Remastered

Country

Spain

Release date

Mar 15, 2024

Soft Selection 84 compilation on Glossy Mistakes.

Celebrated new wave compilation from Japan reissued for the first time on Glossy Mistakes.
A much-cherished gem from the 1980s underground Japanese music scene returns as Soft Selection 84 is reissued by Glossy Mistakes for its 40th anniversary. Originally released on DIY label Soft, the compilation sees 13 tracks from nine acts spanning minimal, ambient, zolo and more for a beguiling listen.

The result is a charming time capsule of eclectic creativity in which nothing sounds dated. Take La Sellrose Can Can, whose two party jams predate Kero Kero Bonito's hyperpop by decades. In addition, an impeccable remastering from the original master tapes adds to the "could have been recorded yesterday" feel of the collection.
Soft Selection 84 also includes the eccentric Picky Picnic. One of the few featured artists with recordings beyond the anthology, the trio is an essential act for those curious about Japanese art pop of the era. There is also new wave introspection from Name, whose "Do We All Need Love" plays out as a sensual nod to John Lennon. In a similar vein is Clä-Sick, the recording name of Goro Some, the compilation's original producer and founder of Soft.

The record's rerelease comes with Some's blessing, along with his original artwork and photography. Ultimately, the listener is left tantalised by his selection and its bold excursions into no wave, synth pop, radioplay and bizzaro house. Most of the artists on this release would fade into obscurity, but the transient nature of the potential showcased has helped cement the compilation's reputation over the years.

Media: Mi
Sleeve: M

$36.53*

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GLOSSY021 - ES - 2024

A1

Morning In China

A2

Aerobicise

A3

Unit 25

A4

Sume Ba Miyako

A5

Good Luck

A6

N.H.K.

A7

Kibo No Asu

A8

Performan

B1

Do We All Need Love

B2

Pearl

B3

Happy Morning

B4

Every Night

B5

Black Nile

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