Lush vocal melodies floating over intricate electronic arrangements like J-pop filtered through a synth composer's brain. Soshi Hosoi, the Kyoto-born composer influenced by Steve Reich and Joe Hisaishi, collects vocal tracks from his visual novel and game work into one focused album.
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"砂の城 -fearless breaker-" opens with driving energy and a soaring female vocal that immediately grabs you. "桜華～Celebrate～" shifts into celebratory territory with warm string pads supporting a gorgeous melodic hook. "Everlasting Moment" strips things back to intimate piano and voice, letting the arrangement breathe.
Fourteen tracks spanning years of work across PS2 and PC titles. If you appreciate the craft behind visual novel theme songs and want to hear a composer with genuine range, this collection rewards close listening.