Shaker (Akina Nakamori album)
Akina Nakamori · 1997
55 min · 11 tracks · pop music
A vibrant mix of pop melodies intertwined with introspective lyrics and lush arrangements that evoke a sense of longing.
Why this album works
The album marked a significant moment in Nakamori's career as it solidified her evolution as an artist beyond her initial fame as a pop idol. It features tracks that received positive critical reception, contributing to her legacy as one of Japan's leading female artists in the J-Pop genre.
- Best for
- steady pacing for reflective moments lush arrangements for emotional depth longing melodies for introspective listening
- Context
- Released in 1997, 'Shaker' is Akina Nakamori's eleventh studio album during a phase of artistic exploration following her earlier commercial success. At this point, she was transitioning from the idol image that defined her early career to a more mature sound, reflecting deeper emotional themes and sophisticated production techniques.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Namie Amuro· TUBE· Morning Musume· Puffy AmiYumi· Yumi Matsutoya· Nana Mizuki· Ayumi Hamasaki· Every Little Thing
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 満月 5:28
- 2 Spicy Heart Standout 4:11
- 3 夜の匂い 4:49
- 4 おいしい水 5:37
- 5 MOONLIGHT SHADOW〜月に吠えろ（album mix） 5:34
- 6 赤い薔薇が揺れた 4:58
- 7 APPETITE〜HORROR PLANTS BENJAMIN 5:01
- 8 夢みるように眠りたい 4:07
- 9 桜 4:57
- 10 風を抱き締めて 5:36
- 11 月は青く 5:08
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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