Ryuichi Sakamoto's posthumous album Opus, a poignant collection recorded during his final concert in the fall of 2022 has been released. This album, meticulously curated by Sakamoto himself features an array of his iconic works, including beloved film scores, Yellow Magic Orchestra classics, and pieces that encapsulate the breadth of his diverse and groundbreaking career. Opus stands as a final testament to Sakamoto's enduring legacy in music. | Ryuichi Sakamoto 坂本龍一

“12" by Ryuichi Sakamoto is out on commmons (Japan/Korea) and Milan Records today. “12" is the 15th solo studio album from Sakamoto and the first of new solo material since 2017’s acclaimed “async”. The album features 12 songs selected from a collection of musical sketches Sakamoto recorded like a sound diary between 2021 and 2022 during his ongoing battle with cancer. | Ryuichi Sakamoto 坂本龍一