Yukihiro Takahashi – Neuromantic (Vinyl LP | UK & EU Original | 1982)

Yukihiro Takahashi – Neuromantic is the solo album by the Yellow Magic Orchestra drummer, recorded in Tokyo and London in 1981. It features his YMO colleagues Ryuichi Sakamoto and Haruomi Hosono as well as Phil Manzanera and Andy Mackay of Roxy Music – elegant synth-pop and new wave. Tracks include Glass, Grand Espoir, Drip Dry Eyes and Something In The Air.

On offer is the 1982 UK & EU original pressing on Alfa (ALF 85393).

Pressing details

• Label / Cat. no.: Alfa – ALF 85393
• Format: Vinyl LP Album
• Pressing: UK & EU Original
• Country: UK & Europe
• Released: 1982
• Genre: Electronic, Pop, New Wave, Synth-Pop – more in Synth-Pop

Condition

• Condition: Second hand
• Media: close to NM-
• Cover: VG+ (minimal price tag rip on back; woc / penmarks)

Graded to Goldmine standard (see Vinyl Grading). The images are our own scans of the actual copy for sale.

Tracklist

Side A

1. Glass (6:01)
2. Grand Espoir (4:38)
3. Connection (5:03)
4. New (Red) Roses (3:46)

Side B

1. Extra-Ordinary (4:22)
2. Drip Dry Eyes (5:29)
3. Curtains (3:41)
4. Charge (2:33)
5. Something In The Air (4:50)

Personnel

Yukihiro Takahashi (Producer), Ryuichi Sakamoto (Keyboards), Haruomi Hosono (Keyboards), Phil Manzanera (Guitar), Andy Mackay (Saxophone, Oboe), Tony Mansfield (Keyboards, Backing Vocals).

Frequently asked questions

Is this the original pressing?
Yes, it is the 1982 UK & EU original pressing on Alfa (ALF 85393).

Who plays on the album?
Among others Ryuichi Sakamoto and Haruomi Hosono (YMO) as well as Phil Manzanera and Andy Mackay.

What do the condition grades mean?
We grade record and cover to the Goldmine standard, from M (Mint) through NM (Near Mint) and VG+ to G. All grades are explained on our Vinyl Grading page.

Where can I find more like this?
Browse our Synth-Pop collection.