Stranger
Gen Hoshino · 2013
50 min · 13 tracks · J-pop · traditional folk music
A vibrant blend of J-pop and folk, infused with Gen Hoshino's distinctive storytelling and melodic charm.
Why this album works
'Stranger' achieved significant commercial success, debuting at number 2 on the Oricon Albums Chart and solidifying Hoshino's status as a prominent J-pop artist. The album also received critical acclaim for its innovative fusion of genres, contributing to the evolution of modern Japanese pop music.
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo progression vibrant storytelling through melodies playful charm for casual listening
- Context
- Released on January 1, 2013, 'Stranger' marked Gen Hoshino's third studio album and a pivotal moment in his career, following his previous album 'Baka no Uta' from 2011. At this time, Hoshino was transitioning from a niche artist into a more mainstream figure in the Japanese music scene, leveraging his unique sound to reach broader audiences.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Sumire Uesaka· Babymetal· LiSA
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 化物 2:27
- 2 ワークソング 3:24
- 3 夢の外へ Standout 3:51
- 4 フィルム Standout 4:49
- 5 ツアー 3:31
- 6 スカート 3:27
- 7 生まれ変わり Standout 3:54
- 8 パロディ 4:21
- 9 季節 3:59
- 10 レコードノイズ 5:00
- 11 知らない 4:54
- 12 ある車掌 4:10
- 13 （ボーナストラック） 2:32
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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