Yasunori Mitsuda is a renowned Japanese composer, musician, and sound producer, celebrated for his exceptional contributions to the realm of video game music. Born on January 21, 1972, Mitsuda developed a fervent interest in music from a young age, and upon completing his education at the Pro Music School in Tokyo, he joined Squaresoft (now Square Enix) as a composer, having been inspired by the work of Nobuo Uematsu. Mitsuda's breakout came as the lead composer for the celebrated Super Nintendo role-playing game "Chrono Trigger", which has since become a seminal work in the video game music genre.

Mitsuda's style is characterized by his fusion of various musical genres, from orchestral to Celtic, and his compositions often evoke deep emotion and a sense of narrative. Over the years, he has continued to define the soundscape of many games, including "Chrono Cross", "Xenogears", and more recently "Edge Of Eternity", demonstrating a progressive approach to game scoring. His work extends beyond games into anime soundtracks, such as his score for "Tsuki to Laika to Nosferatu". His more recent works, including orchestral and piano covers of his classic "Chrono Trigger" and "Chrono Cross" themes, not only reflect his enduring legacy but also a continuous reinvention and celebration of his earlier compositions. With a career spanning over three decades, Yasunori Mitsuda remains a beloved figure in the industry, captivating new and longtime listeners with his masterful musical narratives.

Genres

Japanese Classical

Japanese Vgm

Related Artists

Nobuo Uematsu

Yoko Shimomura

Masashi Hamauzu

Koji Kondo

Motoi Sakuraba

Michiru Yamane

Kohei Tanaka

Jun Fukamachi

Latest Release

SOUL COVENANT ORIGINAL SOUNDTRACK

Yasunori Mitsuda

Album - 25 Tracks - Released April 19, 2024