Yellow Magic Orchestra - BGM

On their fourth album, _BGM_ (1981), YMO continued where they left off with X∞ Multiplies, by venturing further into synthesizers, drum computers and experimentation with rhythm, sequences and speeds. This album is more focused on atmosphere and mood. Some even say this album is a turning point for YMO and the international pop music scene. They successfully merged lyrics, sound bites and their signature electrically programmed music on _BGM_. 1000 Knives and Cue are the most famous; 'The Hand Clap' on 1000 Knives is probably one of the most used samples in the '80s, early '90s.