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.
Why this album works
The album was notable for its cultural impact, particularly in how it highlighted Japanese rock on a global stage. It featured tracks that resonated with both domestic and international audiences, contributing to Miyavi's rise as a crossover artist and influencing future musicians within the visual kei style.
- Best for
- steady pacing with vibrant peaks exhilarating auditory spectacle immersive in-order listening experience
- 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
- The Yellow Monkey· Ayumi Hamasaki· B'z· L'Arc-en-Ciel· Asian Kung-Fu Generation· Porno Graffitti· Glay· Luna Sea
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 JPN PRIDE Standout 5:13
- 2 21st Century 東京Blues 4:16
- 3 歌舞伎男子 -KAVKI BOIZ- Standout 4:10
- 4 BOOM-HAH-BOOM-HAH-HAH 4:18
- 5 Memories of BUSHIDO (Instrumental) 1:06
- 6 NOWHEREGOD Standout 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
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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