Masashi Kageyama & More
GIMMICK O.S.T.
(NEON GREEN 180G 2LP)
Black Screen Records / 00168143
Coloured 2x12 Inch
Masashi Kageyama, the original composer of Gimmick!, revisits and reimagines eight tracks from the legendary 1992 game for the first time in over three decades. Double LP pressed on neon green 180g vinyl.
In addition to Kageyama's stunning contributions, the album features arrangements from an all-star lineup of composers, including Manami Matsumae (Mega Man), Harumi Fujita (Tomba!), Takahiro Izutani (Metal Gear Solid, Bayonetta), Tee Lopes (Sonic Mania), and Brave Wave's in-house rock band Super Strikers. The album cover is designed by acclaimed manga artist Hitoshi Ariga, known for his works on Mega Man and Pokémon, among other franchises. Fans purchasing the CD and vinyl editions will enjoy exclusive liner notes from Kageyama, offering a rare glimpse into the creation of the original Gimmick! soundtrack in the early '90s and the inspiration behind the album's new arrangements. Gimmick! Official Arranged Soundtrack and Brave Wave's new Perspective Series aim to bring fans closer to the unforgettable music of classic games, revitalized by the label's legendary composers with fresh sounds in exciting directions.[info sheet from distr.]