The original soundtrack of "Hachigatsu no Koe o Hakobu Otoko," the NHK drama, will be released on August 19th.

Artist：Yasuaki Shimizu
Title：Sengo 80nen Drama Hachigatsu no Koe o Hakobu Otoko Original Soundtrack
Format：CD
CAT#：DDCB-12806
Barcode：4543034054367
Price：$35
Label：SPACE SHOWER MUSIC
Japan Release Date：August 19th, 2026

Based on the true story of journalist Akihiko Ito, who devoted himself to recording the testimonies of atomic bomb survivors in Nagasaki, the drama received widespread critical acclaim for its powerful portrayal of memory, testimony, and the enduring impact of war. For the soundtrack, Yasuaki Shimizu composed and recorded music that listens closely to the atmosphere of the era, the emotions held within silence, and the subtle presence of thoughts before they become words.
At the heart of the album is "Kotoba o Atsumeru," a theme representing the protagonist Tsujihara. The piece reflects his quiet determination to seek the truth by listening carefully to each survivor's testimony. Another key composition, "Kuroi Kodachi," serves as a musical expression of remembrance and mourning, carrying deep sorrow and prayer while supporting some of the work's most unforgettable scenes.

Tracklist:
01. The day
02. Kotoba to koe to
03. Kotoba o atsumeru
04. Kodoku no fukei
05. Komorebi
06. Kuno wa kataru
07. Akai namida
08. Kotoba o atsumeru – piano
09. Shinkai no kessho
10. Kotonoha
11. Ayumi yoru
12. Kasuka
13. Kao
14. Kuroi kodachi