44 MAGNUM four figures MOON-18004
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Artist = 44 MAGNUM
Title = four figures
Label = MOON
Catalog# = MOON-18004
Barcode = none
Release = JAPAN
Year = 1985
RPM = 45rpm
Disc Size = 12"
Number of Discs = 1
Mono/Stereo = stereo
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Let’s spotlight a very unique release from one of Japan’s representative heavy metal bands, 44 Magnum. This is their 1985 mini-album, “Four Figures,” released on Moon Records with the catalog number MOON-18004.
Issued on December 21, 1985, this 12-inch, 45 RPM EP is not a typical band release. Instead, it serves as a fascinating showcase for the members’ individual personalities and musical tastes. The album consists of four solo tracks, one led by each member of the classic lineup: Paul, Joe, Ban, and Jimmy.
This release is noted for revealing the members’ different leanings, with some tracks exploring more danceable, glam, or new wave-influenced sounds, offering a glimpse into directions the band might explore later.
What makes “Four Figures” truly exceptional is its “luxurious” lineup of guest musicians, a testament to 44 Magnum’s high standing in the Japanese rock scene. The tracks feature incredible guest appearances:
“25 Miles” (Paul) features Tomoyasu Hotei (of BOOWY) on guitar. “Parallel Zone” (Joe) features Akira Wada on guitar. “Jealous Night” (Ban) features Kenji Kitajima on guitar. “This One’s For You” (Jimmy) features Yoshiro Takahashi (of ACTION!) as a guest.MOON-18004 is an essential item for fans, offering a unique glimpse into the individual creative minds of the band members, all backed by a stellar, all-star cast of collaborators.