What makes Harajuku Dance Rock by An Cafe notable?

The album features the hit single 'SUMMER DIVE 〜sweet-melty PEACH☆BEACH〜', which contributed to An Cafe's growing fanbase and chart success in Japan. It represents a significant moment in the visual kei movement, blending elements of J-pop with rock, influencing subsequent artists in the genre. Released on January 1, 2009, 'Harajuku Dance Rock' marked An Cafe's fourth studio album during a period of rising popularity in the Japanese visual kei scene. Following their breakthrough with 'Gokigenyou' in 2007, this album solidified their energetic and eccentric style while showcasing a maturation in their sound and production quality.