Yamasuki – Le Monde Fabuleux Des Yamasuki (LP Vinyl)
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Daniel Vangarde, the architect behind this gloriously strange project, would later father Thomas Bangalter of Daft Punk, and you can hear the DNA clearly: the same obsession with texture, rhythm, and music that operates outside genre boundaries. Originally released in 1971, this record found its second life in record bins and DJ sets decades later, a testament to how far ahead of its time Vangarde and Kluger were operating.
A cult classic of the 1970s and a favourite among crate diggers, DJs and adventurous music fans, *Le Monde Fabuleux Des Yamasuki* is one of the most unusual and inventive pop albums ever committed to vinyl. Conceived in 1971 by French producers Daniel Vangarde and Jean Kluger, the project blended Japanese-inspired themes with psychedelic pop, choral arrangements, funk, jazz and cinematic orchestration to create a truly unique listening experience.
Although originally intended as a children's concept album, *Le Monde Fabuleux Des Yamasuki* has achieved legendary status thanks to its infectious melodies, exotic instrumentation and imaginative production. The standout track "Yama Yama" became especially sought after by DJs and collectors, later gaining further recognition when its melody was adapted by producers for various hip-hop and dance recordings. Throughout the album, playful vocals, dramatic percussion and colourful arrangements combine to create a dreamlike world unlike anything else released during the era.
Decades after its original release, *Le Monde Fabuleux Des Yamasuki* remains a fascinating fusion of pop experimentation and international influences. A genuinely one-of-a-kind record that continues to delight collectors, soundtrack enthusiasts and fans of rare groove discoveries.
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UPC: 5414166692088
Label: Sdban
Release Date: 6.19.26
Format: LP Vinyl