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LIVE 25-26 JULY 1979, ABC KAIKAN HALL TOKYO
SHINGETSU
2004 , JAPAN - EURO 13.50
Label: MUSEA
ALBUM REVIEW
Before the advent of the Japanese school of Progressive rock music during the Eighties, represented by GERARD, OUTER LIMITS or PAGEANT, a certain number of local bands of great interest were already active. Amongst them, the name of SHINGETSU was on the top of the list. Led by the majestic voice of the charismatic singer Makoto KITAYAMA, its music was filled with a level of sophistication and virtuosity not so common at this time, as well as great Mellotron parts. Let's also notice an unique sense of theatrality, at the crossroads between traditional Japanese influences and scenical innovations ala GENESIS. Published as a joint-venture between Musea and Poseidon Records, "Live 25-26 July 1979, ABC Kaikan Hall Tokyo" allows the listener to discover the group on stage, a month after the release of its first eponymous album. A certified authentic document ! The other albums gather unreleased tracks, with the same charm and refinement. (Musea)
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