Lily Chou-Chou - Breathing Vinyl (2024 Repress)
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- Condition: Factory-sealed and in mint condition—pristine, unopened, and perfect for collectors or fans. The shrink wrap is intact, ensuring its flawless quality straight from Toy's Factory.
- Exclusive Release: Originally released in 2001 as a CD and first pressed on vinyl in 2022, this 2024 repress landed December 17, 2024, by Toy's Factory. A 2LP on 180g black vinyl, it features the complete soundtrack to Shunji Iwai’s All About Lily Chou-Chou—a fictional band brought to life by Salyu, Takeshi Kobayashi, and Iwai. Pre-orders opened September 11, 2024, via store.toysfactory.co.jp, meeting fan demand after the 2022 edition’s scarcity!
- Packaging: Housed in a gatefold sleeve with artwork reflecting the film’s ethereal melancholy, this repress keeps the minimalist design of the 2022 pressing. No extras like OBI strips are noted, but the 180g vinyl adds heft—a stunning piece for display or playback.
- Sound Quality: A 10-track journey across four sides: “Sky Resonance (Kyomei Kukyo),” “Glide,” “Last Serenade,” “Wings That Can’t Fly (Tobenai Tsubasa),” “Friendship (Yujo),” “Arabesque,” “I’m Here (Koko ni Iru),” “Innocent,” “Wound (Kizu),” and “Recovery (Kaifuku).” Salyu’s angelic vocals and Kobayashi’s lush production blend J-pop with post-rock—Discogs fans call it “pristine” and “a new listening experience” on vinyl, with deep resonance that streaming can’t touch.
- Why It’s Special: Tied to the 2001 cult film, Breathing (Kokyu) captures Lily Chou-Chou’s fictional mystique, reborn in 2024 after the 2022 LP hit resale prices over $350 (Gripsweat, Sep 2023). Sealed and fresh, it’s a must for J-pop fans, vinyl collectors, or anyone vibing to this timeless soundtrack’s emotional pull.
- Storage: Kept in a clean, temperature-controlled room to preserve its mint perfection just for you.
- Shipping: Packed in a brand-new vinyl record mailer for damage-free delivery—no flimsy boxes here! Enjoy free shipping on every purchase, with expedited options at checkout.
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- Authenticity: 100% authentic, backed by my watermarked photos (look for ITL_AUTHENTICS) and stellar feedback—buy with confidence!
- Ready to Go: In hand and ships within 48 hours of payment confirmation.
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