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Yellow Magic Orchestra (YMO) was a Japanese electronic music band formed in Tokyo in 1978 by Haruomi Hosono, Yukihiro Takahashi, and Ryuichi Sakamoto. The group was a pioneer in the use of synthesizers, samplers, and sequencers, influencing the development of genres such as synthpop, techno, and hip-hop. Their most notable albums include "Yellow Magic Orchestra" (1978), "Solid State Survivor" (1979), and "Technodelic" (1981). Their track "Computer Game / Firecracker" became an international hit. YMO disbanded in 1984, but the members continued successful solo careers. The band occasionally reunited for various projects and performances. The products available from the artist Yellow Magic Orchestra include CDs, vinyls.
