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Sonic video game soundtrack to be released on vinyl

The Japanese score is influenced by house and techno

Data Discs has joined forces with Sega to remaster the Sonic CD soundtrack and give it a limited-edition release on triple vinyl.

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Originally released by Sega in 1993, the fast-paced soundtrack follows Sonic’s thrilling adventure through time as he attempts to save Little Planet from the clutches of the evil Doctor Robotnik.

When writing the score, original composers Naofumi Hataya and Masafumi Ogata took influence from house and techno records to reflect the chaotic nature of Sonic’s journey in the game.

Their score was re-written for the new release but includes the original artwork and Naofumi Hataya’s liner notes.

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A unique random splatter art design will be added to each vinyl copy.

Check the tracklist below.

PRESENT

Side A

1. Title

2. Little Planet

3. Palmtree Panic

4. Collision Chaos

5. Tidal Tempest

6. Zone Clear

Side B

1. Quart Quadrant

2. Wacky Workbench

3. Stardust Speedway

4. Metallic Madness

5. Special Stage

GOOD FUTURE

Side C

1. Palmtree Panic “G” mix

2. Collision Chaos “G” mix

3. Tidal Tempest “G” mix

4. Quartz Quadrant “G” mix

5. Wacky Workbench “G” mix

6. Stardust Speedway “G” Mix

7. Metallic Madness “G” mix

8. Boss!!

PAST

Side D

1. Palmtree Panic “P” mix

2. Collision Chaos “P” mix

3. Tidal Tempest “P” mix

4. Quartz Quadrant “P” mix

5. Wacky Workbench “P” mix

6. Stardust Speedway “P” mix

7. Metallic Madness “P” mix

8. Speed Up!!

BAD FUTURE

Side E

1. Palmtree Panic “B” mix

2. Collision Chaos “B” mix

3. Tidal Tempest “B” mix

4. Quartz Quadrant “B” mix

5. Wacky Workbench “B” mix

6. Stardust Speedway “B” mix

7. Metallic Madness “B” mix

8. Invincible!!

9. Final Fever

10. Game Over

[Via: Vinyl Factory]

Harry Franklin is a freelance writer, follow him on Twitter

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