Gokutama Rock Cafe cover

Gokutama Rock Cafe

An Cafe · 2008

63 min · 18 tracks · pop rock

Energetic pop rock melodies intertwine with playful lyrics, creating a vibrant atmosphere that encapsulates youthful exuberance.

Why this album works

'Gokutama Rock Cafe' helped An Cafe gain significant traction on the Oricon charts, showcasing their growing popularity in the J-Pop scene. The album is noted for its infectious energy and catchy hooks, contributing to An Cafe's reputation as a leading band in the Harajuku music culture during the late 2000s.
Career context
Released on January 1, 2008, 'Gokutama Rock Cafe' is An Cafe's fifth studio album, following their successful release 'Magnya Carta' in 2006. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their unique sound within the visual kei and pop rock scenes, drawing a dedicated fanbase in Japan and abroad.
Stylistic neighbors
Sparks· a-ha· Kelly Osbourne

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 流星ロケット Standout 4:33
  • 2 S☆B☆Y 3:54
  • 3 Cherry咲く勇気!! 3:58
  • 4 NYAPPY in the world 3 ~DREAM & LOVE ver.~ 4:45
  • 5 ベイビーキング 4:14
  • 6 デイブレイク 4:09
  • 7 ピアス 5:13
  • 8 孤立ホスピタル 4:29
  • 9 覚醒ヒロイズム ~THE HERO WITHOUT A "NAME"~ Standout 4:19
  • 10 愛情サイクリング Standout 4:47
  • 11 オレンジドリーム 5:38
  • 12 リスペクトマミー 5:01
  • 13 恋のディペンデンス 4:03
  • 14 ONE WAY LOVE 4:37

Disc 2

  • 1 Kakusei Heroism (Video Clip)
  • 2 Ryusei Rocker (Video Clip)
  • 3 Cherry Saku Yuuki (Video Clip)
  • 4 Charinko Man Special (Live Documentary [2007.8.26 Yagai De Nyappy-Yanen])

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