Japan Riot [Limited Edition] [Import]

Product Description
Japan exclusive limited edition album for the Swedish garage rock outfit, released in conjunction with their Japanese tour, features 26 tracks on two CDs. 3D. 2004.

Japan Riot,Demons,3d,Heavy Metal,Rock

Average customer rating: Pretty bad overall Songs are great but the sound quality is not.

Live in Japan Riot Manufacturer: Metal Blade ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Rock | Styles | Music Progressive Metal | Progressive | Rock | Styles | Music General | Live Albums | Rock | Styles | Music General | Hard Rock & Metal | Styles | Music Metal | Hard Rock & Metal | Rock | Indie Music | Stores | Music Progressive | Rock | Indie Music | Stores | Music Similar Items: Night Breaker The Brethren of the Long House Born in America Through the Storm Restless Breed ASIN: B00000ILUS Release Date: 1999-05-04

Tracks:

1. On Your Knees
2. Metal Soldiers
3. Runaway
4. Tokyo Rose
5. Rock City
6. Outlaw
7. Killer
8. Johnny's Back
9. Fight Of The Warrior
10. Narita
11. Warrior
12. Smoke On The Water

Customer Reviews:

Pretty bad overall.......2004-03-29

I remember buying "Fire Down Under" on cassette back in like 1981 or so. Had 2 friends who we all loved Sabbath, Rush, Deep Purple, Zeppelin, etc. Then I introduced my pals to Riot! Woah, they were hooked totally!!! ANYWAY, later on I bought Restless Breed and Made in America. But this one sucked. The songs were ok, but the recording was horrible. Guitar work was lacking. Could have been great, but I wasted my money on this one.

Songs are great but the sound quality is not........1999-09-07

Pick up this cd over the holiday weekend because it has quite a few Riot tunes (circa early 90's)I didn't have. My tastes lie more with the classic Fire Down Under/Born in America albums. Anyway the songs are great and are quite representattive of the band's career(witness the inclusion of Rock City and Narita).

Unfortunately though the mix and overall sound is not much greater than a bootleg. Songs like Killer and Runaway sound muffled at times and the first song does not start until about 2 minutes into the cd (it begins with a muffled entrance/interview with the band before taking the stage).

My advice is to pick up Shine On which has an excellent mix and perhaps the Guy Speranza/pre-Fire Down Under live release (I don't have this one)instead.

Average customer rating: damn good album. AMAZING!!!! Solid output from the Elle

Riot on the Grill Ellegarden Manufacturer: Denko Secca ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music Punk | Hardcore & Punk | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music Punk-Pop | Hardcore & Punk | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music Japan | Far East & Asia | International | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music Similar Items: Goover Salamander Eleven Fire Crackers Sol-fa Eleven Fire Crackers ASIN: B000EDWLIC Release Date: 2006-03-14

Tracks:

1. Red Hot
2. Monster
3. Snake Fighting
4. Marry Me
5. Missing
6. Bored of Everything
7. TV Maniacs
8. Niji
9. I Hate It
10. BBQ Riot Song

Album Description

Formed in December 1998 in Japan, Ellegarden made their explosive debut with the 2001 release of their self-titled album. Over the next six months, the band did an amazing four nationwide tours, managing to insert countless street and in-store performances in between. Music festivals have been a major part of their music resume, with appearances at top-level Japanese events such as the Rising Sun Festival and Summer Sonic (which also featured Oasis, Weezer and The La's). They also appeared as the opening act for Sum 41's Japanese tour in early 2005. Vocalist/guitarist Takeshi Hosomi utilizes both English and Japanese, adding an extra touch to the positive lyrics and punkish power-pop that defines the band. An instant hit among Japanese youth, achieving extreme popularity almost equal to that of major-label bands, Ellegarden are undoubtedly the premier power-pop band in Japan.

Customer Reviews:

damn good album........2006-05-07

Ellegarden is a pop punk band like Fall Out Boy, Sum 41 and Silverstein.

while most (99% maybe) CD albums today OR in the past include a few hit songs that are good.. usually around 3-5 songs.

this album by Ellegarden really is NOT one of those.
it really is so damn good that every single song on the album have the quality of a hit song.

if you're a rock music fan, then I highly recommend it.
if not, you should try it out. because this album has SOUL in it.

ps: I also recommend "Yggdrasil" by a Japanese rock band named Bump of Chicken. that's also one of those albums that is filled with great songs.

AMAZING!!!!.......2006-04-08

ELLEGARDEN is one of the BEST band I know.
I'm Japanese so I've heard lots of music in Japan, but what I thought when I listen J-Pops, that was a kind of borring.
Their songs have really good lyrics IN ENGLISH, so maybe you can listen free from stress (of course some songs have Japanese lyrics...).
Please check'em out. After you listen, you can understand why I recomended you to have the one!!!

Solid output from the Elle.......2006-03-19

While Riot on the Grill is J-Punk band Ellegarden's first album to be released in the US, in reality it's they're fourth full album - originaly released in April 2005, RotG was preceeded by 2004's Pepperoni Quattro, 2003's Bring Your Board!!, and 2002's Don't Trust Anyone But Us, as well as over half a dozen EPs and maxi-singles and three DVDs. Ellegarden has had several sold-out Japanese tours and is beginning their first US tour this week.

What makes the band unique, and what is ultimately their chance at success overseas, is that the sing in both English and Japanese - most songs are one or the other, while some are a fine-tuned mix. Lead vocalist and guitarist Takeshi Hosomi is fluent in English, and while there's certainly an occasional phrase that doesn't quite fit, his English lyrics will remind most listeners of New Found Glory, Simple Plan, and earlier Sum 41 recordings. His Japanese songs are much stronger as they let him explore his full range, and you can feel the emotions that go into his lyrics, even if you aren't fluent in the language.

Riot on the Grill is composed of 10 tracks totalling only half an hour, but the strength of the band is certainly apparent, as are one or two of their weaknesses. Strong English tracks include the coming-of-age Red Hot, the non-sensical but catchy TV Maniacs, and the mournful I Hate It. While there are only three Japanese songs on the album, they're also some of the best overall tracks - Rainbow (Niji) is one of the strongest songs in their library, but Missing (their 5th maxi-single) and Monster are both equally enjoyable.

The album falls flat in a couple places - Marry Me, while a personal favorite of mine, has a couple unfortunate "Engrish" portions which may turn one or two people off. BBQ Riot Song is in my opinion the weakest track on the album, an example of the band going for a more clashy sound rather than catchy melodies and harmonies. Of course, where the album fails the most is its length, as mentioned above - although most of the tracks are great, the album is still only 30 minutes long, and will leave fans of the band wanting more.

Overall, while I wouldn't call this my favorite Ellegarden album (that honor goes to either Bring Your Board or Pepperoni Quattro), it's still a great CD and will hopefully lead to future U.S. releases from the band.

Average customer rating: 30 years later... still powerful and heavy

Army of One Riot Manufacturer: Toshiba EMI Japan ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Rock | Styles | Music Progressive Metal | Progressive | Rock | Styles | Music General | Hard Rock & Metal | Styles | Music Hard Rock | Hard Rock & Metal | Styles | Music Hard Rock & Metal | Imports | Stores | Music Similar Items: The Inner Sanctum The Monkey Puzzle 7 A Matter Of Life And Death Wild in the Streets ASIN: B000FDF39K Release Date: 2006-07-24

Tracks:

1. Army Of One
2. Knockin' At My Door
3. Blinded
4. One More Alibi
5. It All Falls Down
6. Helpin' Hand
7. Mystic
8. Still Alive
9. Alive In The City
10. Shine
11. Stained Mirror (Instrumental)
12. Darker Side Of Light
13. Road Racin (Live) (Bonus Track)

Album Details

Japanese Edition of the Hard Rock Group's 2006 Return, featuring the Bonus Track "Road Racin'", Recorded Live!

Customer Reviews:

30 years later... still powerful and heavy.......2006-09-23

US heavy metal legends Riot are celebrating their 30th year in the heavy metal world since their inception in 1976. Though they have gone through numerous member changes over the years, the band has maintained a fairly consistent lineup since the early 90's. With the exception of drummers, from the amazing Bobby Jarzombek to the super awesome John Macaluso and back to Jarzombek (only to be replaced by Virgin Steele drummer Frank Gilchrist on this album), the guitar tandem of Mark Reale and Mike Flyntz, the underrated bassist Pete Perez, and the amazing vocalist Mike DiMeo have defined the sound and character of Riot for the last ten-plus years.

Despite their unquestioned musical strength, Riot has never been too big Stateside since the very early 80's. They have had a loyal following in Europe in the 90's and Japan for the past couple of years. From traditional heavy metal discs to more melody-driven power-inspired releases, Riot have morphed from album to album, opting for a decidedly more European sound. Army of One certainly retains this direction, but also harkens back to a noticeable American rock sound during certain moments. The band has without doubt undergone a less heavy yet more hard rock-inspired phase recently, with strong reference points being Rainbow and Deep Purple. The first song, also one of the fastest and most energetic on the album, pounds you into submission with a Dio era Rainbow vibe going on, utilising killer dual lead work, and ferocious bass playing.

And while there are plenty of heavy numbers on the album, DiMeo's vocals veer off into David Coverdale meets Joe Lynn Turner territory in many places. The hard-hitting, groove-filled riffs of "One More Alibi" would be a good example. The instrumentation is loud and heavy, but DiMeo tries an unmistakable 80's style recalling the voice of Jorn Lande quite a bit. "It All Falls Down", another highlight of the disc, is also comprised of ruthless riffage with a stomping drive and clean-toned harmonies. Surrounded by big crescendos, DiMeo lets out impressive screams through and through, but he still chooses to stick to the 80's more so than he has in years. On the more hard rock pieces, such as "Knocking at My Door", evoking Sammy Hagar's solo material thanks to its backing vocals and rising keyboards; or the bluesy "Helpin' Hand" are stamped with repeating choruses and big guitar hooks. "Alive in the City", in particular, has a very heavy southern flair to it, in an almost American folk kind of vein. It does deviate from that after the main riff, however, and lets Pete Perez drive it with thick, pumping bass riffery.

Those interested in the band's heavier work displayed on albums like Inishmore should have a listen to "The Mystic", featuring awesome guitar work, some really agressive singing, and long instrumental breaks. Even the material recalls the days with Jarzombek behind the skins. Sadly, while the best on the album, this song does not fit the overall flow of Army of One. It feels far too isolated among all the multiple-chorus 80's pieces. There is also a neat instrumental cut, "Stained Mirror", with effective guitar work by band leader Mark Reale. The song also receives some keyboard support in its climax towards the finale.

The band's fans in Japan and Europe will love this album, while in the USA, they will continue to be constantly unrecognised, with the exception of their loyal cult fans following them wherever they go.

(Please note I do not have the Japanese release of this album. My copy contains twelve songs. The live track listed here is a bonus song for the Japanese import.)

Average customer rating:

One Beat Sleater-Kinney Manufacturer: Pony Canyon Japan ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music General | American Alternative | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music Riot Grrl | Indie & Lo-Fi | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music Indie Rock | Indie & Lo-Fi | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music Alternative Rock | Imports | Stores | Music Rock | Imports | Stores | Music ASIN: B00006BGPG Release Date: 2002-08-19

Tracks:

1. One Beat
2. Far Away
3. Oh!
4. Remainder
5. Light Rail Coyote
6. Step Aside
7. Combat Rock
8. O2
9. Funeral Song
10. Prisstina
11. Hollywood Ending
12. Sympathy
13. Off With Your Head [*]
14. Lions and Tigers [*]

Album Details

Japanese Version featuring Two Bonus Tracks: "Off with Your Head", and "Lions and Tigers".

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Can't Break Me [Japan Import] Edwin Dare ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Hard Rock & Metal | Styles | Music ASIN: B000LK3IGC

Product Description

1995, Teichiku records Japan. One of the best true hard rock/metal groups to emerge in the 90s from the USA, and unfortunately, gain very little recognition. This was their second album, a followup to the masterpiece "The unthinkable deed" from 1994. Combining the raw metal power of bands like late 80s Leatherwolf, and Malice, with an added hair metal groove of bands like Skid Row, and Dirty Rhythm, and a lead singer who could give Geoff Tate a run for his money both in the mid, and high range. Ten tracks including: Feel the power, Don't listen to your head, Nevre had time, Lies, This warrior, Test of will, Can't break me, and more. Out of print since 1998 in Japan.

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Riot ; Nightbreaker +1 [Japan Import] Manufacturer: SONY ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music Progressive Metal | Progressive | Rock | Styles | Music General | Hard Rock & Metal | Styles | Music ASIN: B0007ZFV2U

Product Description

Rare Japanese import of this brilliant TRUE metal release, comes with one bonus track "Black mountain woman".

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Through the Storm Riot Manufacturer: Toshiba EMI Japan ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Rock | Styles | Music Progressive Metal | Progressive | Rock | Styles | Music General | Hard Rock & Metal | Styles | Music Hard Rock | Hard Rock & Metal | Styles | Music Hard Rock & Metal | Imports | Stores | Music Rock | Imports | Stores | Music ASIN: B00006F228 Release Date: 2002-09-23

Tracks:

1. Turn the Tables
2. Lost Inside This World
3. Chains (Revolving)
4. Through the Storm
5. Let It Show
6. Burn the Sun
7. To My Head
8. Essential Enemies
9. Somebody
10. Only You Can Rock Me
11. Isle of Shadows
12. Here Comes the Sun

Album Description

Japanese edition of the metal act's 13th studio album including the bonus track 'Somebody'. EMI. 2002.

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Riot Herbie Hancock Manufacturer: Blue Note Japan ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Bebop General | Bebop | Jazz | Styles | Music General | Jazz | Styles | Music Jazz Fusion | Jazz | Styles | Music Modern Postbebop | Jazz | Styles | Music General | R&B | Styles | Music Blue Note Records | Amazon.com Label Stores | Stores | Music Jazz | Imports | Stores | Music R&B | Imports | Stores | Music ASIN: B00000IY0J Release Date: 1999-03-25

Tracks:

1. Riot [First Alt Take]
2. Riot [Second Alt Take]
3. Blind Man, Blind Man
4. Mimosa
5. Goodbye to Childhood
6. Prisoner
7. Firewater

Album Description

Japanese-only taster with seven of the rare or unreleasedtracks included on his 1998 six CD Blue Note box set.Contains alternate takes of 'Riot' (two versions), 'Blind Man, Blind Man', 'Mimosa', 'Goodbye To Childhood', 'The Prisoner' and 'Firewater'. Standard jewel case. 1999 release.

Album Details

Eight Track Release featuring Previously Unreleased Material from the Blue Note Archives.

Average customer rating: Hysterical

On the Edge [Japan Import] BB Steal ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD ASIN: B000LA8Y2U

Product Description

1991, Mercury Japan. Out of print import of this superb debut by British rockers BB Steal. Produced by Phil Collen of Def Leppard (and the similarities to Def Leppard's Hysteria album are undeniable throughout). 10 Tracks.

Customer Reviews:

Hysterical.......2007-03-17

Wow, these guys really wanted to be Def Leppard. I know that this album was produced by Def Leppard guitarist Phil Collen, but still, BB Steal didn't deviate at all from the Hysteria formula with their 1992 debut On the Edge. The Australian rockers serve up 10 radio friendly love songs, including the kind of rock anthems and ballads that Def Leppard was so well known for. It's a decent enough album, but at least some originality would have been nice!

On the plus side, this album makes for a much better follow-up to Hysteria than Adrenalize ever did.

The track listing is as follows:
1. On the Edge
2. Big Love
3. Ride On
4. Suffer in Silence
5. Live It Up
6. Shot Full of Love
7. Precious Love
8. Love Me and Leave Me
9. Heartbeat Away
10. Troubled Child

NOTE: Before you shell out the big bucks for this album, make sure you know what you're getting. Just because it's labeled "Japanese" doesn't mean it's 100% legit. I've got nothing against bootlegs (in fact, my copy of On the Edge is a CDR), but I can't see paying outrageous prices for them.

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Riot [Japan Import] +1 Bonus Track Wraith Manufacturer: Pony Canyon ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Hard Rock & Metal | Styles | Music ASIN: B000K6HBHO

Product Description

1996 Japan import of this superb hard rock/heavy metal outfit from the UK! 100% vintage late 80s melodic metal. These guys had the classic late 80s look, and... even essential hook in the book! Fans of Edwin Dare, Glenmore, Marshall Law, and similiar melodic hard rock/metal groups will enjoy this. Japan import featuring one bonus track (Under the hammer), for a total of 12!

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