The Legend That Defined the Music of ‘Final Fantasy’ Is Getting the Biography He Deserves
Summary
Longtime 'Final Fantasy' composer Nobuo Uematsu's biography, titled 'On the Record,' is set to be released this fall, offering fans an in-depth look at his remarkable career and contributions to the beloved gaming franchise.
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Who is Nobuo Uematsu and what is his connection to Final Fantasy?
Nobuo Uematsu is a renowned Japanese composer born on March 21, 1959, in Kochi, Japan, best known for composing the music for the mainline Final Fantasy series from Final Fantasy I through IX, as well as contributions to later titles like Final Fantasy VII Remake and XIV. He joined Square in 1986 at the invitation of Hironobu Sakaguchi and left in 2004 to found Smile Please, Ltd., but continues to work on select projects.
What is the biography 'On the Record' about and when is it being released?
Nobuo Uematsu's official biography, titled 'Nobuo Uematsu: On The Record,' published by VIZ Media, provides an in-depth look at his career and contributions to Final Fantasy and video game music, and is set to be released this fall.
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