Forbidden Colours [Single, Import]

David Sylvian | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (May 7, 1991)
• Number of Discs: 1
• Format: Single, Import
• Label: Virgin
• ASIN: B00004VUL5
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #221,054 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

Track Listings

1. Forbidden Colours

2. Bamboo Houses

3. Bamboo Music

4. Forbidden Colours (Version 2)

Editorial Reviews

SYLVIAN & SAKAMOTO Forbidden Colours (Rare 1991 Japanese Virgin label 4-track CD single also including Bamboo Houses Bamboo Music and Forbidden Colours - Version II fold-out picture sleeve with English and Japanese lyrics printed inside VJCP-14025)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

17 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Sylvian and Sakamoto at their best, August 16, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Forbidden Colours (Audio CD)

The Forbidden Colours EP is a much awaited reissue from the 1982 single originally released only on vinyl. Taken from the soundtrack of the film 'Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence', Forbidden Colours is as moving and majestic as it is haunting and sorrowful--one of Sylvian and Sakamoto's finest. Equally as good are the other two tracks which can only be found on this EP, 'Bamboo Houses' and 'Bamboo Music.' These rare tracks are reminiscent of Sylvian's work with his former group Japan--a flair for pop combined with musical elements of the Far East(undoubtably from the influence of Sakamoto in this case). It is truly miraculous that this single has been recovered from the ashes of yesteryear and brought back to the light of day, as it showcases the esoteric brilliance of these two artists at their best. A "must have" worth the price of an import.

8 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars 10stars would be ok!, September 7, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Forbidden Colours (Audio CD)

little masterpiece this 3 songs! so intense, one of the best work from both artists!!!! buy! even at this import price!