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B'z

B'z · 1988

39 min · 9 tracks · hard rock · pop rock

An electrifying blend of hard rock and pop melodies, showcasing powerful vocals and infectious energy.

Why this album works

Best for
steady mid-tempo energy flow infectious melodies for sing-alongs for evening drive
Context
Released on September 21, 1988, this self-titled debut album marked B'z's entry into the Japanese rock scene. At this time, the duo was still establishing their identity, following the formation of the band only a year prior. The album set the foundation for their prolific career and eventual status as one of Japan's best-selling musical acts.
If you like
hard rock, pop rock

B'z is an album by B'z, released in 1988. An electrifying blend of hard rock and pop melodies, showcasing powerful vocals and infectious energy. B'z achieved significant commercial success with this debut, reaching number one on the Oricon Albums Chart and selling over a million copies. The album's blend of hard rock and pop paved the way for future J-rock bands, influencing the genre's evolution in Japan throughout the late '80s and '90s. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does B'z sound like?

An electrifying blend of hard rock and pop melodies, showcasing powerful vocals and infectious energy. Rooted in hard rock and pop rock.

What makes B'z by B'z notable?

B'z achieved significant commercial success with this debut, reaching number one on the Oricon Albums Chart and selling over a million copies. The album's blend of hard rock and pop paved the way for future J-rock bands, influencing the genre's evolution in Japan throughout the late '80s and '90s. Released on September 21, 1988, this self-titled debut album marked B'z's entry into the Japanese rock scene. At this time, the duo was still establishing their identity, following the formation of the band only a year prior. The album set the foundation for their prolific career and eventual status as one of Japan's best-selling musical acts.

Who is B'z for?

B'z works well if you're into steady mid-tempo energy flow, infectious melodies for sing-alongs and for evening drive.

How many songs are on B'z?

B'z has 9 tracks, running approximately 39 minutes.

Tracklist

9 tracks·39:53

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 だからその手を離して Standout 3:49
  • 2 Half Tone Lady 3:36
  • 3 ハートも濡れるナンバー 〜stay tonight〜 Standout 4:38
  • 4 ゆうべのCrying 〜This is my truth〜 Standout 5:30
  • 5 Nothing To Change 4:36
  • 6 孤独にDance in vain 4:54
  • 7 It’s not a dream 3:55
  • 8 君を今抱きたい 4:13
  • 9 Fake Lips 4:38

Release Date

September 21, 1988

Genre

hard rock, pop rock

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Artist Origin

Japan

Runtime

39 min 53 sec