ZIGGY what news!? PHCL-5026

Let’s focus on a 1996 release from the popular Japanese rock band ZIGGY, their studio album “What News!?”. Released on March 25, 1996, via the Mercury label (PolyGram), this CD (catalog number PHCL-5026) captures the band’s mid-90s sound. This particular copy includes the original obi strip.

Produced, recorded, and mixed by Allen Isaacs, “What News!?” delivers a polished, “major-feeling” rock sound. It’s described by fans as blending wild, “gin-gin” (piercing/energetic) guitar work with strong, melodious vocals, all built upon an accessible, light rock ‘n’ roll foundation.

The 13-track album showcases ZIGGY’s signature style, delivering dynamic, catchy rock numbers that are easy to get into. The tracklist includes songs like “Step By Step,” “月が昇る頃には” (Tsuki ga Noboru Koro ni wa), “君をのせて” (Kimi o Nosete), “Jealousy~ジエラシー~,” and “Silver & Gold.”

PHCL-5026 captures ZIGGY operating with a polished, high-quality production, delivering their glam-infused hard rock sound for the mid-90s audience.