Sketch Show

The Profile

Sketch Show is a Japanese electronic duo formed by Haruomi Hosono and Yukihiro Takahashi, both formerly of Yellow Magic Orchestra; they have collaborated with Ryuichi Sakamoto on some tracks.

Review sources note that the album Audio Sponge was released only in a Japanese edition and contains 12 tracks; Sketch Show's sound recalls YMO while adding glitch touches, microsampling and modular synth elements. The duo played Sonar 2004 and collaborated with Ryuichi Sakamoto on two songs.

A positive review noting Sketch Show's strong ties to Yellow Magic Orchestra, a modernized sound with glitch and microsampling touches, and collaborations with Ryuichi Sakamoto. The album Audio Sponge is praised for its first tracks and overall charm. The duo performed at Sonar 2004.