MATSUKAWA, TOSHIYA burning WTP-90366
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Artist = MATSUKAWA, TOSHIYA
Title = burning
Label = EASTWORLD
Catalog# = WTP-90366
Barcode = none
Release = JAPAN
Year = 1986
RPM = 33rpm
Disc Size = 12"
Number of Discs = 1
Mono/Stereo = stereo
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A Tribute in Flames: Toshiya ‘Ran’ Matsukawa’s ‘Burning’ (WTP-90366)
Today’s entry spotlights the debut solo album from a highly influential Japanese guitar hero, Toshiya “Ran” Matsukawa, best known for his work with the bands X-Ray and Blizard. We are focusing on his 1985 release, “Burning,” issued on the Eastworld label (Toshiba EMI) with the catalog number WTP-90366, promo/sample white labels.
Subtitled “今は亡きランディ・ローズに捧ぐ” (Dedicated to the Late Randy Rhoads), this 12-inch vinyl LP serves as both a showcase for Matsukawa’s formidable guitar talents and a heartfelt tribute to the legendary Ozzy Osbourne guitarist. Released during Matsukawa’s tenure with Blizard, “Burning” allowed him to explore instrumental compositions centered entirely around his virtuosic guitar playing, heavily influenced by his hero Rhoads.
The album is a powerful display of melodic, neoclassical-tinged heavy metal and hard rock guitar. Listeners are treated to Matsukawa’s signature blend of technical precision, speed, emotive phrasing, and strong compositional skills. To bring this instrumental vision to life, Matsukawa enlisted the formidable rhythm section of Masahiko Rokukawa on bass and Toru “Rika” Suzuki on drums.
WTP-90366 is a landmark album for fans of Japanese metal guitarists. It captures Toshiya Matsukawa paying homage to his idol while firmly establishing his own incredible abilities, backed by a skilled rhythm section. “Burning” remains an essential listen for enthusiasts of shred guitar and classic 80s heavy metal.