The 55th Anniversary Project of ALFA MUSIC brings you a groundbreaking release!!The once thought impossible-to-reissue album 'TESTPATTERN's only work, APRES-MIDI (originally released on October 21, 1982), which consistently commanded prices in the high five figures on Discogs, is finally set to be reissued on vinyl after 42 years and 4 months! The original master was discovered in ALFA MUSIC's warehouse, processed with top-tier digital technology, and cut for vinyl by Katsutoshi Kitamura (Warner Music Mastering). Tracklist:1. Crescent Moon2. Souvenir Glace3. Beach Girl4. Sea Breeze5. Modern Living1. Ring Dance2. Catchball3. Techno Age4. Ocean Liner5. Aeroplan
Release date:
April 18, 2025
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