An essential piece of Japanese punk, where a sense of speed and lyricism intertwine.
This single by the Japanese punk rock band Willard combines a raw sound with melodic developments, making it a unique presence in the Japanese rock scene of the 1980s.
Willard's sound has its roots in British punk, but also possesses a unique lyricism. This album exquisitely blends energy and melodic beauty, leaving a strong impression on the listener. The performance is tight, and the vocals express a sense of urgency. The melodies, with their distinctive humidity and nostalgia, evoke not just rebellion but also a human sadness. Though short, it is rich in drama, making this an essential work when discussing Japanese alternative punk.
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Christmas Raid
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What A Sad Story
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Keyboards - Hoppy Kamiyama
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Violin - Neko Saitoh
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Engineer [Assistant] - Yoshihide Mikami
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Engineer [Assistant] - Satoru Kawaguchi
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Producer, Supervised By [Additional Advised] - Hajime Okano
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Engineer [Recording, Mix Down] - Tatsuya Sakamoto
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Chorus - Mayumi Chiwaki
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Design [Jacket] - The Willard
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Bass - Klan (5)
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Directed By - Keitarow Kamo
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Photography By - Mikio Ariga
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Illustration [Label] - Jimmy Morita
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Management [Assistant] - Takehiko Totsuka
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Arranged By - Jun
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Vocals, Illustration [Label], Lyrics By, Music By - Jun
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Drums - Kyoya
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Electric Guitar, Acoustic Guitar - Shin
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Management - Toru Funakawa
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Management - Noriyasu Kawamura (2)
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Design [Jacket] - Sanae Kurita
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Engineer [Recording] - Kazue Sonoda
