Yellow Magic Orchestra - Solid State Survivor LP

Solid State Survivor is one of the most influential albums in electronic music, cementing Yellow Magic Orchestra as global pioneers of techno-pop and synth-driven pop culture. Seamlessly blending futuristic electronics with sharp melodies and rhythmic precision, the album helped redefine popular music and visual style, influencing generations of artists worldwide.

Featuring iconic tracks such as “Technopolis,” “Rydeen,” and “Behind the Mask”—later interpreted by artists including Michael Jackson and Eric Clapton—the album balances playful experimentation with rigorous compositional control. This limited-edition reissue presents the album newly remastered from the original source, delivering exceptional clarity and depth while preserving the bold, mechanical pulse that defines YMO’s sound.

Pressed on transparent yellow vinyl, this edition celebrates the enduring legacy of a record that transformed electronic music into a mainstream cultural force.

Tracklist

Side A

1. Technopolis
2. Absolute Ego Dance
3. Rydeen
4. Castalia

Side B

1. Behind the Mask
2. Day Tripper
3. Insomnia
4. Solid State Survivor