Yoko Kanno’s ability to diversify is insane. We love her for it. We previously gave her props for her work on Koei’s Uncharted Waters; and any anime fan will recognize her work from Cowboy Bebop, Gundam Wing, and other high-profile titles.
But how about a little-known, import-only Dreamcast title with fairies, monsters, and bright colors in a strange and beautiful fantasy world? Perhaps you haven’t heard of this one yet!
Well, the game is Napple Tale, and its soundtrack (released as two separate CDs) finally got a reprint in July 2009 after years of being relegated to “hard-to-find / out-of-print” status. You can pick up the two volumes, Illustrated Guide To The Fairies and Illustrated Guide To The Monsters, at Play-Asia (links take you to their store). Want more details as to the nature of the music? You’ll find it after the jump! (more…)
