BOW WOW holy expedition 30113-25

A significant live recording documenting a key moment in Japanese hard rock band Bow Wow’s international journey is the focus today. This is “Holy Expedition – Live,” released on the Vap label with the catalog number 30113-25. This particular copy includes the original obi strip.

Issued in July 1983, this 8-track, 12-inch vinyl LP captures the band performing live during their UK tour that year, specifically at the legendary Marquee Club in London. This performance, and its subsequent recording, marked an important step in Bow Wow’s efforts to reach an international audience.

Produced by the band themselves and engineered by Tim Thompson at the Marquee, the album showcases Bow Wow’s powerful live energy in front of a London audience. The tracklist features blistering renditions of songs spanning their career up to that point, including “Getting Back On The Road,” “You’re Mine,” “Touch Me, I’m On Fire,” “20th Century Child,” “Devil Woman,” and their theme song. It captures the band’s signature blend of heavy metal and hard rock, driven by exceptional guitar work, potent vocals, and a dynamic rhythm section.

30113-25 is more than just a live album; it’s a historical document of Bow Wow taking their powerful Japanese rock sound directly to the heart of the UK scene. For fans and collectors, it offers an electrifying glimpse into their formidable stage presence during this crucial international expedition.