Appears
Ayumi Hamasaki · 1999
74 min · 12 tracks · J-pop · electronic
A vibrant blend of J-pop and electronic dance music that pulsates with infectious energy and melodic hooks.
Why this album works
'Appears' is significant for its critical reception and commercial success, debuting at number one on the Oricon charts and solidifying Hamasaki’s status as a pop icon in Japan. The album's remixes contributed to the evolving sound of late 90s J-pop, influencing subsequent artists and trends within the genre.
- Best for
- infectious energy for dancing wave-like pacing for flow vibrant remixes for celebration
- Context
- Released on November 10, 1999, 'Appears' was Ayumi Hamasaki's first remix album, following her breakthrough debut album 'A Song for XX' earlier that year. This project positioned her as a leading figure in the J-pop scene, showcasing her growing influence in electronic music and dance genres.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Every Little Thing· Namie Amuro· Puffy AmiYumi· Nami Tamaki· Perfume· Scandal· Tatsurō Yamashita· Sekai no Owari
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 appears “99 Greeting Mix” Standout 5:38
- 2 appears “Scud Filter Mix” 6:03
- 3 appears “Dub's Eurotech Remix” 8:03
- 4 WHATEVER “Ferry 'System F' Corsten dub mix” Standout 7:38
- 5 appears “JP's SoundFactory Mix” 7:58
- 6 appears “HΛL's Mix” 4:41
- 7 immature “D-Z DUAL LUCIFER MIX” Standout 4:35
- 8 WHATEVER “Ferry 'System F' Corsten vocal extended mix” 6:29
- 9 appears “Keith Litman's Mix of Truth” 8:25
- 10 immature “JT Original CM Version” 4:45
- 11 appears “99 Greeting Mix –Instrumental–” 5:39
- 12 immature “JT Original CM Version –Instrumental–” 4:45
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