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Seven Anime Soundtracks Worth Owning on Vinyl

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In today’s world, music has become an integral part of our lives. It has become so prominent that even the simplest of activities can be enhanced with the right kind of music playing in the background. Anime is no exception to this rule. The magical charm of anime lies in its ability to bring characters to life through finely-researched visuals and engaging storylines. There is no better way to show off your love for a piece of anime than by immersing yourself in a great soundtrack. Anime soundtracks come in many different forms; from series like Cowboy Bebop and Ghost in the Shell that brilliantly blend Western classical and contemporary instrumental music with Japanese traditional culture, to others that offer some delightful j-pop songs played on a clarinet or guitar as accompaniment for whatever’s going on in the foreground. No matter what you prefer, every one of these soundtracks is bound to leave listeners feeling pleasantly surprised.

 

Cowboy Bebop Soundtrack

The soundtrack of Cowboy Bebop is one of the best examples of how one can combine Western classical music with Japanese traditional music, as well as jazz, blues, and rock. It is an eclectic mix that blends well and enhances the soulful feel of the series. The soundtrack is available on Amazon for purchase. The story of Cowboy Bebop takes place in the year 2071, when mankind has expanded into the solar system and interplanetary travel is common. There are three planets that are human settlements: the barren and sparsely-populated Mars, the industrial planet of Terranova, and the gas giant of Jowo. The series follows the adventures of a group of mismatched bounty hunters who work for the titular Bebop as they wander around the solar system looking for targets to collect a fee for their employers. They have a camp called the “Cowboy Bebop” on the dusty and deserted planet of PS1-257, which is where most of the series takes place.

 

Ghost in the Shell Soundtrack

Ghost in the Shell is one of the most renowned anime series of all time and also happens to have one of the best soundtracks of all time. The haunting composition of Ghost in the Shell’s soundtrack, along with the futuristic world and story, is bound to leave an impression on viewers. The story revolves around a cybernetic human, who is the most advanced technology ever created. The main character of the series is a human with a cybernetic brain whose body has been taken over by a futuristic robotic system. The series is set in a dystopian society where the human has been replaced by a robotic system, which has been developed to gain superhuman abilities through cybernetics, and also has the ability to become a ghost. The series explores social and political issues such as freedom and expression and has gained much appreciation over time.

 

Death Note Soundtrack

Death Note, one of the most intriguing anime series of all times, is also known for its brilliant soundtrack. The series follows Light Yagami, a high school student who comes across the titular notebook that grants him the power to kill anyone whose name is written in it. The series explores themes such as individualism, morality and law, and is one of the most watched anime series in the world. The story revolves around Light Yagami, a high school student who comes across the titular notebook that grants him the power to kill anyone whose name is written in it. The series explores themes such as individualism, morality and law, and has gained much appreciation over time.

 

Furi Kuri Soundtrack

Furi Kuri is an anime series that revolves around five high school girls who decide to form an idol group. The girls have one goal in mind, to travel around Japan and perform at various cultural events, as well as sing at the local karaoke joints. The girls are driven by one thing, making a living out of music. The girls come together as a team after school to train, while they are also mentored by a local producer who helps them hone their craft. During their training sessions, the girls compose their own music by experimenting with different instruments and then lay down their vocals over the tunes.

 

Jojo’s Bizarre Adventure: Stardust Crusaders Soundtrack

Jojo’s Bizarre Adventure is an anime series that follows the story of Josuke Higashikata, a young man who is mistaken for a local delinquent. The series explores themes such as friendship, love, and sacrifice, and has gained much appreciation over time due to its unique art style, as well as deeply engaging storylines. The story takes place in Japan, where Joseph is a Japanese high-school student who one day encounters a wounded man in his town. The man tells Joseph that he is a Stand user, a person who can control a supernatural entity known as a Stand. The series explores themes such as friendship, love, and sacrifice, and has gained much appreciation over time due to its unique art style, as well as deeply engaging storylines.

 

Final Fantasy VII: The One with Advent Children and Broadway Musical Score

Final Fantasy VII: Advent Children is a film sequel to the popular video game, Final Fantasy VII. It is an animated adaptation of the original game and is an official part of the Final Fantasy VII universe. The soundtrack of the movie is a mix of orchestral score, rock, and pop music, as well as a few pieces of traditional Japanese music. The story of Final Fantasy VII revolves around a young man named Cloud Strife, who is on a journey across the world of Gaia to save his girlfriend, Aerith, from a mysterious evil. The soundtrack is available on Amazon for purchase. The Broadway musical score of the series is an adaptation of the original game and is an official part of the Final Fantasy VII universe. It is a mix of orchestral score, rock, and pop music, as well as a few pieces of traditional Japanese music.

 

A Silent Voice Soundtrack

A Silent Voice is a Japanese anime series that follows the story of four high school students: Katsuhiko, the leader of the group; Shoya, the most introverted of the four; Naoko, the quiet and vivacious girl; and Minori, the loud and lively girl. The story explores themes such as bullying, friendship, and love and is based on a manga series by Yoshitoki Oima. The story revolves around a deaf girl named Shoya Ishida, who is tormented by bullies at his high school. One day, he seeks refuge in a deserted building and meets a mysterious girl named Aoi, who is also deaf. A silent love story unfolds between the two, but they are unaware of each other’s feelings. The series explores themes such as bullying, friendship, and love and is based on a manga series by Yoshitoki Oima. The soundtrack is available for purchase here.

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