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Artist = BOW WOW
Title = bow wow
Label = INVITATION
Catalog# = VIH-6009
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Release = JAPAN
Year = 1976
RPM = 33rpm
Disc Size = 12"
Number of Discs = 1
Mono/Stereo = stereo
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Igniting the J-Metal Scene: Bow Wow’s Debut Revisited (VIH-6009)
Today we revisit the foundational debut album from Japanese hard rock pioneers, Bow Wow. This entry focuses on their explosive self-titled first album, specifically the pressing released on the Invitation label (Victor) with the catalog number VIH-6009.
While the album originally launched the band in 1976, this particular pressing represents a slightly later release of that same groundbreaking material. “Bow Wow” (the album) was a raw declaration of intent, unleashing a powerful hard rock sound heavily influenced by iconic British bands but delivered with a unique Japanese fire and burgeoning technical skill.
This record is a blast of pure, unadulterated 1970s hard rock. It crackles with youthful energy, driven by heavy, blues-infused guitar riffs, powerful drumming, solid bass lines, and commanding vocals. The sheer talent, especially in the guitar department, was immediately apparent, signaling the arrival of a band that would become hugely influential. Even on this debut, the core elements that defined Bow Wow’s powerful sound are firmly in place.
VIH-6009 offers listeners a chance to experience the genesis of a legendary band. For anyone exploring the roots of Japanese hard rock and heavy metal, this self-titled debut album, captured in this pressing, remains an indispensable document of raw power and emerging virtuosity.