PRESENCE presence K28P685
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Artist = PRESENCE
Title = presence
Label = NEXUS
Catalog# = K28P685
Barcode = 4988003031930
Release = JAPAN
Year = 1987
RPM = 33rpm
Disc Size = 12"
Number of Discs = 1
Mono/Stereo = stereo
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Making Their Presence Known: The Self-Titled Debut (K28P685)
Today’s entry focuses on the powerful debut album from the influential Japanese heavy metal band PRESENCE. We are looking at their self-titled album, released on the Nexus label (King Records) with the catalog number K28P685. This particular copy comes complete with the obi strip and is noted for its deluxe packaging, featuring a gatefold sleeve, a lyric insert, and a photo booklet.
Issued in 1987, this 12-inch vinyl LP marked the arrival of PRESENCE onto the vibrant J-Metal scene. The band quickly gained recognition for their polished, highly melodic, yet undeniably powerful brand of heavy metal and hard rock. This debut album perfectly encapsulates that sound.
“Presence” delivers a collection of expertly crafted anthems, showcasing soaring, high-register vocals, virtuosic and tasteful guitar work featuring memorable riffs and solos, and a rock-solid rhythm section. The high-quality packaging, including the gatefold sleeve and photo booklet, indicates the significant push the band received upon their debut. The album established the signature sound that would make them fan favorites and influential figures within the genre.
K28P685 is a landmark debut in 80s Japanese heavy metal. It captures the potent combination of melody and power that defined PRESENCE, launching the career of a band whose members (including a future J-Rock superstar bassist) would leave a lasting mark. The complete packaging with obi, insert, and booklet makes this a particularly desirable collector’s item.