Catalogue Victor→Mercury 87–99
Buck-Tick · 2012
215 min · 46 tracks · alternative rock
A sweeping collection of darkly theatrical rock anthems infused with haunting melodies and experimental textures.
Why this album works
This album is notable for its comprehensive overview of Buck-Tick's impactful career, highlighting their role in shaping the visual kei movement and influencing countless artists in Japan and beyond. The collection received critical acclaim, reinforcing their status in the rock genre and showcasing a diverse range of musical styles that resonate with fans old and new.
- Best for
- dynamic progression with peaks darkly theatrical listening experience wave-like pacing for immersion
- Context
- By the time 'Catalogue Victor→Mercury 87–99' was released in 2012, Buck-Tick had already established themselves as pioneers of Japanese alternative rock. This compilation showcased their evolution from their debut in the late 1980s through significant albums like 'Taboo' (1993) and 'Six/Nine' (1995), reflecting a career rich with experimentation and influence.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Splean· Celina Ree· Feeder
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 JUST ONE MORE KISS Standout 5:03
- 2 悪の華 Standout 4:12
- 3 スピード 4:51
- 4 M・A・D 4:26
- 5 JUPITER 4:38
- 6 ドレス 6:00
- 7 die 4:25
- 8 唄 4:03
- 9 鼓動 6:24
- 10 見えない物を見ようとする誤解 全て誤解だ 4:39
- 11 キャンディ 4:26
- 12 ヒロイン 4:25
- 13 囁き 4:26
- 14 月世界 5:05
- 15 BRAN-NEW LOVER 4:04
- 16 ミウ 4:35
Disc 2
- 1 ROMANESQUE Standout 4:04
- 2 MOON LIGHT 4:25
- 3 SEXUAL×××××! 3:34
- 4 ICONOCLASM 3:54
- 5 HURRY UP MODE 4:11
- 6 神風 4:44
- 7 PHYSICAL NEUROSE 2:53
- 8 MACHINE 4:14
- 9 Kick(大地を蹴る男) 4:30
- 10 無知の涙 4:37
- 11 ...IN HEAVEN... 3:55
- 12 LOVE ME 3:16
- 13 ICONOCLASM 3:03
- 14 MOON LIGHT 3:50
- 15 ORIENTAL LOVE STORY 5:50
Disc 3
- 1 太陽ニ殺サレタ 6:05
- 2 キミガシン..ダラ 5:12
- 3 さくら 6:17
- 4 MY FUNNY VALENTINE 4:39
- 5 idol 4:54
- 6 love letter 4:18
- 7 FLY HIGH 4:34
- 8 ANGELIC CONVERSATION 5:38
- 9 D・T・D 6:39
- 10 密室 4:52
- 11 KISS ME GOOD-BYE 6:19
- 12 MY FUCKIN' VALENTINE 4:36
- 13 Ash-ra 5:09
- 14 NATIONAL MEDIA BOYS 4:28
- 15 MY EYES&YOUR EYES 4:53
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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