MURASAKI starship rock'n rollers BMC-6501
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Artist = MURASAKI
Title = starship rock'n rollers
Label = BOURBON
Catalog# = BMC-6501
Barcode = none
Release = JAPAN
Year = 1978
RPM = 45rpm
Disc Size = 12"
Number of Discs = 1
Mono/Stereo = stereo
2trk, released without obi originally, japanese deep purple-ish hardrock from okinawa island, sung in english, bw/another lonely day promo sample, white label
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Charting the Stars: Murasaki’s ‘Starship Rock’n Rollers’ Maxi-Single (BMC-6501)
Today we explore a single release from the legendary Okinawan hard rock band Murasaki (紫), presented in a high-fidelity format. This is the 12-inch maxi-single “Starship Rock’n Rollers,” released on Bourbon Records with the catalog number BMC-6501, promo sample white labels.
Issued in 1978, this 45 RPM 12-inch vinyl captures the band during their influential initial run, following their groundbreaking studio albums. Maxi-singles like this offered enhanced sound quality and often featured extended mixes or multiple tracks, providing fans with a substantial release.
The A-side features the title track, “Starship Rock’n Rollers,” which undoubtedly showcases Murasaki’s signature blend of heavy, guitar-driven hard rock combined with prominent, skillful keyboard work, potent English vocals, and a driving rhythm section – the sound that defined the Okinawan rock scene. The B-side offers the track “Devil Woman,” likely delivering another powerful dose of their classic 70s hard rock style.
BMC-6501 is a fantastic snapshot of Murasaki during their prime, presented on the superior 12-inch maxi-single format. For collectors and fans of pioneering Japanese and Okinawan hard rock, this release represents the band’s potent energy captured with excellent audio fidelity.