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In Tokyo [ Vinyl / 12" Album Coloured Vinyl ]

In Tokyo

SKU: V102186 Barcode: 0803341589643
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Format: Vinyl / 12" Album Coloured Vinyl

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  • Released Date: 26 Jan 2024

  • Genre: Rock/Pop

Our Take

My oh my, strap yourself in for a sonic rollercoaster ride through the vibrant streets of Tokyo with JAPAN In Tokyo Vol. 1 (Red Vinyl). This album is a delightful mishmash of traditional Japanese melodies, futuristic synth beats, and everything in between. It's like taking a leisurely stroll through a bustling city while simultaneously flying through cyberspace on a neon spaceship.

From the moment you drop the needle on this eye-catching red vinyl, you're transported to a world where the boundaries between past and future blur into one mesmerising sound. The tracks on this album are a fusion of ancient and modern, East and West, creating a unique listening experience that is both captivating and exhilarating.

The musicians behind JAPAN In Tokyo Vol. 1 have clearly put a lot of heart and soul into this project, and it shows in every note. Whether you're a die-hard fan of Japanese music or just looking for something new and exciting to spice up your music collection, this album is guaranteed to have you grooving along in no time.

So, grab your headphones, close your eyes, and let yourself be swept away by the electrifying sounds of JAPAN In Tokyo Vol. 1 (Red Vinyl). You won't regret it. Trust me, this album is a must-listen for any music lover with a taste for the eclectic and the extraordinary. Pitchfork may have met its match with this one.

Track Listing
Disc: 1
1. Burning Bridge
2. Sons of Pioneers
3. Alien
4. Gentlemen Take Polaroids


Disc: 2
1. Swing
2. Cantonese Boy
3. Visions of China
4. Nightporter
5. Ghosts

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About the artist

Japan

Japan is a band that defies easy categorization. Hailing from London in the late 1970s, this quintet is a melting pot of influences, blending synth-pop, new wave, and glam rock into a sound that is as unpredictable as it is infectious. Led by the enigmatic frontman David Sylvian, Japan catapulted onto the music scene with their debut album, "Adolescent Sex," in 1978. With their androgynous looks and avant-garde approach to music, they quickly garnered a dedicated following and critical acclaim. Their sound is a captivating mix of lush, atmospheric synths, intricate guitar work, and Sylvian's haunting vocals. Tracks like "Ghosts" and "Visions of China" showcase the band's ability to transport listeners to another world, while songs like "Life in Tokyo" and "Quiet Life" are irresistibly catchy. Despite their commercial success in Japan and the UK, Japan never quite broke through in the US, but their influence can be heard in the music of artists like Duran Duran and Tears for Fears. Their legacy lives on in the countless bands that continue to push the boundaries of what is possible in pop music. So if you're looking for a band that will transport you to another realm with their ethereal soundscapes and thought-provoking lyrics, look no further than Japan. They may have been ahead of their time, but their music is timeless.

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