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This Iz the Japanese Kabuki Rock

Miyavi · 2008

47 min · 11 tracks · visual kei

A vibrant fusion of rock, traditional Japanese elements, and visual kei theatrics creates an exhilarating auditory spectacle.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady pacing with vibrant peaks
  • exhilarating auditory spectacle
  • immersive in-order listening experience
  • theatrical energy for performance lovers

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • avoid theatrical and experimental sounds

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on March 19, 2008, 'This Iz the Japanese Kabuki Rock' is Miyavi's fifth studio album. At this point in his career, he had transitioned from a member of the band Due'le Quartz to a successful solo artist, carving out a unique niche within the visual kei scene. This album showcased his innovative blend of genres and solidified his status as a prominent figure in contemporary Japanese rock.
Stylistic neighbors
Dir En Grey· the GazettE· X Japan

Tracklist

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

  • 1 JPN PRIDE 5:13
  • 2 21st Century 東京Blues 4:16
  • 3 歌舞伎男子 -KAVKI BOIZ- 4:10
  • 4 BOOM-HAH-BOOM-HAH-HAH 4:18
  • 5 Memories of BUSHIDO (Instrumental) 1:06
  • 6 NOWHEREGOD 7:06
  • 7 陽の光さえ届かないこの場所で 5:29
  • 8 咲き誇る華の様に -Neo Visualizm- 4:35
  • 9 素晴らしきかな、この世界 -WHAT A WONDERFUL WORLD- 4:10
  • 10 徒然なる日々なれど 4:32
  • 11 Thanx Givin’ Day 2:56

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