Is Kiss of Death a good place to start with Mika Nakashima?

Yes, Kiss of Death is recommended as a starting point for new Mika Nakashima listeners. A fusion of ethereal pop melodies and dramatic orchestration, underscored by Mika Nakashima's hauntingly powerful vocals. Released in 2018, Kiss of Death marks a significant point in Mika Nakashima's career as it follows her acclaimed album, No. 6, and showcases her continued evolution as an artist. This album re-establishes her presence in the J-pop scene after a brief hiatus, featuring collaborations with notable producer HYDE.

Who is Kiss of Death for?

Kiss of Death works well if you're into short bursts of energetic intensity, emotive melodies for uplifted spirits and for quick listening sessions.

How many songs are on Kiss of Death?

Kiss of Death has 5 tracks, running approximately 14 minutes.

Kiss of Death

Mika Nakashima · 2018

14 min · 5 tracks · J-pop

A fusion of ethereal pop melodies and dramatic orchestration, underscored by Mika Nakashima's hauntingly powerful vocals.

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Top tracks — play these first

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KISS OF DEATH (Produced by HYDE) Start here — This title track encapsulates the album's blend of soaring vocals and rich instrumentation, making it a standout piece that defines Nakashima’s artistic direction.
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GLAMOROUS SKY (Re:Present 2018) — A reimagining of her earlier hit, this track highlights Nakashima’s ability to reinvent her classic songs while maintaining their emotional core.
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KISS OF DEATH (Produced by HYDE) -TV size- — The TV size version offers a succinct glimpse into the full track's grandeur, showcasing Nakashima’s vocal prowess in a more accessible format.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

short bursts of energetic intensity
emotive melodies for uplifted spirits
for quick listening sessions
vibrant tracks to energize mornings

Maybe skip if you

prefer lengthy immersive experiences
seek deep narrative exploration

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — Debuted at number one on Oricon, solidifying her status in J-pop.
Themes: anime-inspired longing· electronic pop fusion
Career context: Released in 2018, Kiss of Death marks a significant point in Mika Nakashima's career as it follows her acclaimed album, No. 6, and showcases her continued evolution as an artist. This album re-establishes her presence in the J-pop scene after a brief hiatus, featuring collaborations with notable producer HYDE.
Stylistic neighbors: Aimer· Lisa· Yuki Kajiura