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Product Introduction: The legendary band SKYE, formed during Japan's early rock scene, has decided to release their second album! 【Track list】 1. Home Again Lyrics/Arranged by Ryuichi Hayashi Music by Shigeru Suzuki, Rei Obara, Masataka Matsutoya 2. Scarabaeid Lyrics/Arranged by Ryuichi Hayashi Music by Rei Obara, Masataka Matsutoya, Shigeru Suzuki 3. Daijoubu ~ It's not too late Lyrics/Composed by Ryuichi Hayashi 4. Too Old Lyrics/Composed by Rei Obara 5. Wire Walker Lyrics/Arranged by Ryuichi Hayashi Music by Masataka Matsutoya 6. Smiling Faces Lyrics/Composed by Rei Obara 7. Bermuda Lyrics/Arranged by Ryuichi Hayashi Music by Masataka Matsutoya 8. Woodstock Lyrics/Composed by Rei Obara 9. BLUE ~ Negative Film Lyrics/Composed by Masataka Matsutoya 10. Paint it Black Lyrics/Arranged by Ryuichi Hayashi Music by Rei Obara 11. Night Crawler Lyrics/Composed by Masataka Matsutoya 12. Merry-Go-Round Lyrics/Composed by Masataka Matsutoya 13. The Light in the Dark Lyrics/Composed by Rei Obara 14. radio (SKYE with Raine) Lyrics/Arranged by Ryuichi Hayashi Music by Rei Obara, Shigeru Suzuki, Masataka Matsutoya SKYE has decided to release their second original album "Collage" on July 24. SKYE is a special band formed by Shigeru Suzuki (guitar), Rei Obara (bass), Tatsu O Hayashi (drums), and Masataka Matsutoya (keyboards), who have been leading the Japanese music scene since the dawn of Japanese rock. Reunited in 2019, they gained attention as the "world's oldest major new band," and successfully held their first solo tour in 2022. The title "Collage" means a creative technique that constructs works by combining various materials with different properties and logics. The album features 14 tracks, including new songs created by each member based on 70s music, as well as "radio," which became a topic as the FM COCOLO spring campaign song in 2023. The jacket features an illustration and a collage of diverse materials, symbolizing the title "Collage," with an impressive design. The Billboard Live shows held from July to August are a record release tour, with support musicians Hikari Ichihara (tp), Kaori Kobayashi (sax), and Itsumi Komano (tb) joining as a "girls" horn section, and many songs from the new album are scheduled to be performed. Tickets are limited, so please check early. ◆SKYE Profile (in alphabetical order) ■Rei Obara (Ohara Rei) Born November 17, 1951, in Tokyo. Started playing piano at age 3. While attending Aoyama Gakuin High School, formed "SKYE" with Shigeru Suzuki and Tatsu O Hayashi, where he first played bass. Joined "Sadistic Mika Band" in 1972. Later moved to the U.S., participated in "Ian McLagan Band." Performed with Ron Wood, Keith Richards, Jim Keltner, Bonnie Raitt, etc. Returned to Japan for Ryuichi Sakamoto's tour. Married Ami Ozaki in 1997. Since then, actively involved in projects such as the rock duo "The Renaissance" formed with Gota Yashiki, and collaborations with Tami Maki, Akiko Yano, Ami Ozaki, etc. Released solo album "Picarasque" in 1988, which was selected as the year's best album by rock magazines. ■Shigeru Suzuki (Suzuki Shigeru) Born December 20, 1951, in Tokyo. Met Haruomi Hosono in an amateur band circle and joined "Happy End" in 1969. Noted for delicate yet bold guitar work. After "Happy End" disbanded, formed "Caramel Mama" (later renamed "Tin Pan Alley") with Hosono, Hayashi, and Masataka Matsutoya. Participated in numerous recordings. Started solo activities concurrently. His solo debut album "BAND WAGON," recorded in L.A., received high praise in 1975. After returning to Japan, formed "Huckleback." In 2000, formed "Tin Pan" with Hosono and Hayashi. Has participated extensively in recordings and concerts as a musician and arranger. ■Tatsu O Hayashi (Hayashi Tatsu) Born May 21, 1951. From Tokyo. Started playing drums at age 12 influenced by his older brother. Began activity with "Caramel Mama" in 1972 with Haruomi Hosono, Shigeru Suzuki, and Masataka Matsutoya. Later renamed "Tin Pan Alley," working with artists like Yumi Arai, Yoshitaka Minami, Minako Yoshida, Ayumi Ishida, Eiichi Ohtaki, Akiko Yano, Tadashi Koshka, Izumi Yukimura, etc. Active in bands such as "Parachute" and "Aragon" in the 1970s, paused music activities in the mid-1980s. Resumed activity in 1996 with "Yumi Arai The Concert with old Friends." Currently participates in works and tours with Taeko Ohnuki, Akiko Yano, Ami Ozaki, etc. Released his first book "Tokyo Backbeat Tribe – Tatsu O Hayashi Autobiography" in February 2020. ■Masataka Matsutoya (Matsutoya Masataka) Born November 19, 1951. From Tokyo. Started piano lessons at age 4. Graduated from Keio University in 1974. Began band activities during university, forming the legendary group "Caramel Mama" with Haruomi Hosono, Tatsu O Hayashi, and others. After "Tin Pan Alley," became involved in many sessions as a player. Married Yumi Arai in 1976. As an arranger and producer, has worked with many artists including his wife Yumi Matsutoya, Ami Ozaki, Seiko Matsuda, Yuzu, and Ikimono Gakari, also directing and producing concerts. Media reviews and others: SKYE has decided to release their second original album "Collage." SKYE is a special band formed by Shigeru Suzuki (guitar), Rei Obara (bass), Tatsu O Hayashi (drums), and Masataka Matsutoya (keyboards), who have been leading the Japanese music scene since the dawn of Japanese rock. Reunited in 2019, they gained attention as the "world's oldest major new band," and successfully held their first solo tour in 2022. The highly anticipated second album will include 14 tracks based on 70s music, produced by SKYE. The title "Collage" (pronounced: korajyu) signifies a creative technique of constructing works by combining various materials with different properties and logics, and features songs created by these four musicians who have continued to lead Japan's music scene. (C)RS
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