IGARASHI, HISAKATSU puzzle K28P502
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Artist = IGARASHI, HISAKATSU
Title = puzzle
Label = NEXUS
Catalog# = K28P502
Barcode = none
Release = JAPAN
Year = 1984
RPM = 33rpm
Disc Size = 12"
Number of Discs = 1
Mono/Stereo = stereo
9trk, ex.novela
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Venturing Beyond Progressive Rock: Hisakatsu Igarashi’s ‘Puzzle’ (K28P 502)
Let’s explore the solo work of Hisakatsu Igarashi, known as the vocalist for the influential Japanese progressive rock band Novela. This entry focuses on his 1984 album, “Puzzle,” released on the Nexus label (King Records) with the catalog number K28P 502.
Issued in 1984, this 9-track, 12-inch vinyl LP marked a significant departure from the progressive rock sound Igarashi was known for with Novela. Released on Nexus, a label typically associated with heavy metal, “Puzzle” delves into the realms of electronic music, new wave, and synth-pop, showcasing a different facet of Igarashi’s musical interests.
Produced and arranged by Shinobu Narita, the album features a distinct electronic sound palette, likely driven by synthesizers (with contributions noted from Takashi Kokubo) and programmed rhythms alongside rock instrumentation. The songwriting credits are diverse, featuring music by Narita, Susumu Hirasawa (of P-Model fame), Takashi Kokubo, and others, including a cover of Kurt Weill’s “Alabama Song” (with lyrics by Bertolt Brecht). This eclectic mix points towards an album exploring various shades of 80s electronic pop and rock.
K28P 502 stands as a fascinating solo exploration for Hisakatsu Igarashi. For fans tracing his career beyond Novela, or those interested in the intersection of Japanese rock, new wave, and synth-pop in the mid-80s, “Puzzle” offers a unique and stylistically distinct listening experience.