Ryuichi Sakamoto and computer graphic artist Daizaburo Harada shared a special interest in abandoning the use of traditional media for newer methods of communication. Their use of computer-based technology throughout their careers has consistently expanded the boundaries of their respective art forms.

Responding to the accelerating technological developments of the time, Sakamoto and Harada explored the interface of music and the visual arts via a collaborative multi-media concert tour for Japan entitled D&L '95 for the Mitsubishi Electric Corporation concert series 'Super Selection.'

Sakamoto and Harada believed the Internet is the most sophisticated media form emerging at the time, capable of overcoming the limitations of exhibiting or performing art in a set time, location, and setting. This belief led to the establishment of the Internet Live Experimental Association (ILEA). Working with Japanese cutting-edge cyber freaks, ILEA furthered the goal of broadcasting the fine arts via the Internet.

Sakamoto and Harada's D&L '95 concert was broadcast worldwide live via the Internet with the help of Japanese commercial servers and software companies such as M-Bone (for worldwide video & audio broadcast), Streamworks, Real Audio, Peephole, The WWW Page, Bekkoame, Rapid Systems, Aston, and the ILEA team.

*ILEA is a non-profit organization and its activities are funded by private contributions.