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Ryuichi Sakamoto (January 17, 1952 – March 28, 2023) was a renowned Japanese musician, composer, and actor, born in Tokyo, Japan. He studied at the Tokyo National University of Fine Arts and Music, earning a BA in composition and a Master's degree with a focus on electronic and ethnic music. Sakamoto began his career in the mid-1970s, working as a composer, arranger, and producer with prominent Japanese rock, jazz, and classical artists. He released his first solo album in 1978 and gained fame as a member of a Japanese synth-rock outfit with co-founders. Sakamoto collaborated with David Sylvian on several singles and most of Sylvian's albums. He appeared in the 1983 film Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence, directed by Nagisa Oshima, alongside British rock singer David Bowie, for which he also composed the musical score. He won an Academy Award for his score for the 1987 film The Last Emperor, directed by Bernardo Bertolucci. Additionally, he wrote soundtracks for Pedro Almodovar's film High Heels and Oliver Stone's Wild Palms. Sakamoto was married to a Japanese pianist and singer, collaborating with her on some of her recordings. He was also known for his criticism of copyright law, deeming it outdated in the information age. Sakamoto was the father of two children and had an alias.

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