This week, Square Wave delves into the highly influential music of Yellow Magic Orchestra. They're one of the most successful Japanese bands of all time, known for making music on the absolute cutting edge of tech in the late 70s and a huge influence on video game music for years afterward. Learn how Haruomi Hosono, Yukihiro Takahashi and Ryuichi Sakamotho first joined forces, their impact on music worldwide, and stories about the equipment they used, including the Roland TR-808, Roland MC-8 and more!

Original air date: November 9, 2023