Love
Ayumi Hamasaki · 2012
61 min · 15 tracks · J-pop · electronic
A vibrant blend of electronic beats and heartfelt pop melodies that captures the essence of modern J-pop.
Why this album works
The EP 'Love' features remixes and original tracks that highlight Hamasaki's influence in the J-pop scene, particularly within the electronic music genre. Its release was met with positive reception from fans and solidified her status as a pop icon, contributing to her extensive discography that blends various genres seamlessly.
- Best for
- steady flow for focused listening heartfelt melodies for introspection danceable remixes for social moments
- Context
- By the time 'Love' was released in November 2012, Ayumi Hamasaki had already established herself as a leading figure in J-pop, having released more than ten studio albums since her debut in 1998. This EP followed her previous works and continued to showcase her evolution in sound and production, emphasizing collaboration with notable remix artists.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Every Little Thing· Namie Amuro· Puffy AmiYumi· Nami Tamaki· Perfume· Scandal· Tatsurō Yamashita· Sekai no Owari
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Song 4 u (Original mix) Standout 3:50
- 2 Missing (Original mix) Standout 4:57
- 3 Melody (Original mix) 5:25
- 4 Song 4 u (Orchestra version) 4:22
- 5 You & Me (SHINICHI OSAWA remix) Standout 5:00
- 6 You & Me (Remo-con rmx - Extended) 7:27
- 7 Missing (Dubscribe remix) 5:06
- 8 Melody (BROKEN HAZE remix) 5:57
- 9 Song 4 u (Original mix -Instrumental-) 3:50
- 10 Missing (Original mix -Instrumental-) 4:57
- 11 Melody (Original mix -Instrumental-) 5:24
- 12 You & Me (Original mix -Instrumental-) 5:38
Disc 2
- 1 Song 4 u (video clip)
- 2 Missing (video clip)
- 3 Song 4 u (making clip)
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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