"Atmosphere Driver" Author: [Japanese] Hosono Haruomi Publisher: Beijing United Publishing Company

*The highly anticipated Chinese edition of the essay collection of Haruomi Hosono, an internationally renowned musician, composer of films such as "Nausicaa of the Valley of the Wind" and "Shoplifters", a pioneer who changed the Japanese music scene, a close friend of Professor Ryuichi Sakamoto, and the legendary musician who led YMO, is finally published!

* A unique musical landscape from the late 20th century to the early 21st century

*A healing journey through scenery, movies and music

【Editor's recommendation】

1. Haruomi Hosono is a legendary musician who leads the internationally renowned band YMO and a master of contemporary Japanese music. He composed the soundtracks for well-known movies such as "Nausicaa of the Valley of the Wind" and "Shoplifters", and influenced a large number of musicians active after the 1990s. He not only has a fixed fan base in China, but is also an idol for many professional musicians. This is the first time that his literary works have been published in China.

2. This book records his experiences and thoughts from 1995 to 2006, including the opportunity for him to get involved in ambient music, his experience in music creation and performance, as well as the interesting things that happened when he formed a band, participated in music activities at home and abroad, and composed film music, etc., outlining a unique musical landscape from the late 20th century to the early 21st century.

3. In this book, Haruomi Hosono narrates his views on music, nature, and life in plain and simple language, integrating great wisdom full of philosophy between the lines, showing the Eastern anti-central philosophy of life, and bringing readers a healing journey through scenery, movies, and music with the calmness and gentleness of a wise man.

4. The book is bound by the famous designer Shanchuan, who uses bold colors and varied fonts to show a dynamic and agile temperament. The book is exquisite and compact, which is easy to read and collectible.

【About the Author】

Haruomi Hosono is a legendary musician who leads the internationally renowned band YMO (Yellow Magic Orchestra) and a master of contemporary Japanese music. He composed the soundtracks for well-known movies such as "Nausicaa of the Valley of the Wind" and "Shoplifters", and influenced a large number of musicians active after the 1990s. He won the Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology Award in the "Art Selection Award" in 2008 and the Best Music Award at the 42nd "Japan Academy Awards" in 2019. Haruomi Hosono not only has a fixed fan base in China, but is also an idol for many professional musicians.