With You (826aska album)

With You is the debut studio album by Japanese musician 826aska, released on March 27, 2019. The album features a mix of original compositions and covers of popular songs, all performed primarily on the Electone (electronic organ).

The album showcases 826aska's technical skill and musical arrangements on the Electone. It garnered attention for its interpretations of well-known anime theme songs and video game soundtracks, alongside original pieces that demonstrate her compositional talent. The album's title, "With You," reflects a theme of connection and shared musical experience.

Track Listing:

The track listing typically includes both original tracks and covers, but varies depending on the edition. Commonly cited tracks include:

• "electone introduction -826edition-" (Original)
• "Connect" (ClariS, Puella Magi Madoka Magica theme song)
• "Departure to the Future" (Original)
• "君の名は希望" (Kimino Na Wa Kibou - Nogizaka46 cover)
• "残酷な天使のテーゼ" (Zankoku na Tenshi no Tēze - Yoko Takahashi, Neon Genesis Evangelion theme song)
• "Through the Fire and Flames" (DragonForce cover)

Reception:

"With You" was generally well-received, particularly for its innovative use of the Electone in covering popular songs. 826aska's arrangements were praised for their creativity and technical complexity. The album helped to further establish 826aska as a prominent figure in the Electone music scene.