WHAT AN AL***

It's funny - I bought this a little while ago, having fond memories of it from years ago, and it did nothing for me whatsoever. I played it again the other evening and it seemed so dull I took it off. Really weird. My favourite Japan song is the live version of Nightporter, from On on Canvas.

Nigel

Have to agree what a great album ,it sounded great on my rega 20 years ago.

but on my system now it really sounds great .

The PRaT of the electronics really shines


imho
Mike

What a lovely surprise to see this album mentioned here. I still love it.

It is worth getting the boxed issue with the full length version of 'The Art of Parties' and other extra tracks/B sides.

I remember when I was at college and first got into it, a friend was surprised that I liked Japan, as in 1982 I was very much a long haired rocker, and a fan of 70s music, Led Zeppelin, Yes and King Crimson.

I did feel that Japan offered something that I also got from those bands, and a couple of years later it was with great joy I discovered the David Sylvain was working with Robert Fripp from King Crimson.

I would also say that 'Quiet Life' is another excellent album by Japan.

Jamie

are we talking tin drum on cd or vinyl here ?

I've got them all on vinyl, & was a big fan, way back when. They still get an occasional play,& are thoroughly enjoyable.
Matt.

[QUOTE]Originally posted by scottyhammer:
are we talking tin drum on cd or vinyl here ?

I have it on vinyl and must admit to seeing Japan live at the Liverpool empire some years ago

regards Steve

David Sylvian still does Ghosts on his live set too.

I have Brilliant Trees by David Sylvian on CD. An enjoyable, atmospheric and original record.

Steve

Gentlemen Take Polariods
Tin Drum
Quiet Life

all essential Japan albums. Someone told me the live Canvas album is no good...were they wrong!?

B

They were not wrong its not very good

regards