KODOMO BAND 120% pure 28SW1004

This entry highlights an essential album from the legendary Japanese rock ‘n’ roll band, Kodomo Band. We are focusing on their 1986 studio album, “120% PURE,” released on their own Kids Power Label with the catalog number 28SW1004. This particular copy includes the original obi strip.

This 11-track, 12-inch vinyl LP captures the band’s polished and powerful mid-80s sound, blending their signature hard rock energy with AOR sensibilities. It’s often praised as a high-quality, “essential” work that showcases the band’s full range, from upbeat rock anthems to exceptional ballads, all elevated by the lead singer’s distinctive husky voice.

“120% PURE” is particularly famous for containing several of the band’s iconic theme songs from the legendary anime series Hokuto no Ken (Fist of the North Star). The album features the massive hits “Heart Of Madness,” “Purple Eyes,” and “Dry Your Tears.”

Beyond the famous anime themes, the album delivers a strong collection of tracks, including “Lazy Love,” “Tiger In Your Tank,” and the poignant closing ballad, “A Ballad Of 1975.” 28SW1004 stands as a must-have for fans, representing a peak in the band’s mid-career, melodic songwriting.