HIGUCHI, MUNETAKA destruction AF-7201-B
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Artist = HIGUCHI, MUNETAKA
Title = destruction
Label = B&M
Catalog# = AF-7201-B
Barcode = none
Release = JAPAN
Year = 1983
RPM = 33rpm
Disc Size = 12"
Number of Discs = 1
Mono/Stereo = stereo
9trk, loudness, kenji kitajima(g), char(g), nobuo yamada(vo, lazy), kyoji yamamoto(g, vow wow, bow wow, wild flags)
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A Drummer’s Vision: Munetaka Higuchi’s Solo Debut ‘Destruction’ (AF-7201-B)
Today’s entry spotlights the debut solo album from one of Japan’s most legendary and influential drummers: Munetaka Higuchi, the powerhouse behind the kit for the iconic heavy metal band Loudness. We are focusing on his 1983 album, “Destruction” (破壊凱旋録), released on the B&M label (Nippon Columbia) with the catalog number AF-7201-B.
Issued on May 21, 1983, this 12-inch vinyl LP arrived during a period of intense activity for Loudness, shortly after the release of their third album, “The Law of Devil’s Land.” Higuchi’s solo debut offered him a platform to explore his own musical ideas and collaborate with a wide array of talented musicians from the Japanese rock and metal scene.
“Destruction” is a powerful showcase, demonstrating Higuchi’s musical vision beyond just drumming, although his incredible playing is naturally a highlight. The album features a dynamic mix of instrumental tracks and songs with vocals, spanning heavy metal and hard rock styles. It boasts an impressive guest list, including renowned guitarists like Kyoji Yamamoto (Bow Wow), Kenji Kitajima, and Hiroaki Matsuzawa (Make-Up), bassists Yoshihiro Naruse (Casiopea) and Ken Watanabe, keyboardist Yuki Nakajima, and vocal contributions from JJ (likely from Eastern Orbit, Heavy Metal Army), Nobuo Yamada (Make-Up), and Keiji Katayama.
This collaborative effort results in a high-energy album filled with top-tier musicianship, centered around Higuchi’s powerful drumming and compositional ideas across tracks like “Law Breaker: MA,” “Jet Fighter,” “Tiger,” and the title track.
AF-7201-B is a crucial release for fans of Munetaka Higuchi, Loudness, and the broader 80s J-Metal scene. “Destruction” offers a fascinating glimpse into the musical mind of a legendary drummer and serves as a testament to the collaborative spirit of the era.