Introducing... Mari Hamada cover

Introducing... Mari Hamada

Hamada Mari · 1993

65 min · 13 tracks · J-pop

A lush blend of heartfelt ballads and rhythmic pop melodies that define J-pop's early '90s landscape.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady melodic journey throughout
  • heartfelt ballads for reflection
  • late-night emotional unwind
  • uplifting anthems for optimism
  • consistent pacing for deep listening

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking instant gratification
  • prefer short standalone tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1993, 'Introducing... Mari Hamada' marked a pivotal moment in Mari Hamada's career as her debut album. At this stage, she was transitioning from a promising newcomer into a recognized figure in the J-pop scene, following her successful singles which had already garnered attention.
Stylistic neighbors
Aimer· Yuki Kajiura· Kenshi Yonezu

Tracklist

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

  • 1 I Have a Story to Tell 5:11
  • 2 If You’re Looking for Love 4:31
  • 3 Hold On (One More Time) 4:27
  • 4 Color Blind 5:15
  • 5 Someone Like You 4:06
  • 6 Going Through the Motions 5:03
  • 7 More Than Ever (For Such a Long Time) 5:09
  • 8 If It’s Love 4:25
  • 9 Heart to Heart 5:05
  • 10 Cry for the Moon 5:20
  • 11 So Hurt So Long 5:48
  • 12 Rainy Blue 4:52
  • 13 Tomorrow 6:08

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