HAMADA, MARI lunatic doll VIH-28124
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Artist = HAMADA, MARI
Title = lunatic doll
Label = INVITATION
Catalog# = VIH-28124
Barcode = none
Release = JAPAN
Year = 1983
RPM = 33rpm
Disc Size = 12"
Number of Discs = 1
Mono/Stereo = stereo
10trk, munetaka higuchi(ds, loudness), kenji kitajima(g), shin yuasa(g)
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The Birth of a Metal Queen: Mari Hamada’s Debut ‘Lunatic Doll’ (VIH-28124)
Today’s entry marks the explosive debut of a true icon in Japanese rock history: Mari Hamada. We are focusing on her first studio album, “Lunatic Doll” (暗殺警告 – Ansatsu Keikoku / Assassination Warning), released on the Invitation label (Victor) with the catalog number VIH-28124. This particular copy includes the original obi strip.
Issued in 1983, this 10-track, 12-inch vinyl LP unleashed Mari Hamada onto the burgeoning Japanese heavy metal scene with astonishing power and talent. At a time when female vocalists in heavy metal were still relatively rare globally, Hamada’s arrival was groundbreaking.
The album’s immense power owes much to its sound producer and drummer: the legendary Munetaka Higuchi of Loudness. His involvement ensured a thunderous rhythm foundation and a heavy, professional sound that immediately established the album’s metal credentials. The 10 tracks deliver pure, high-energy 80s heavy metal and hard rock, showcasing Hamada’s incredible vocal range and power, soaring over potent guitar riffs and driving rhythms. Notable guitar contributions come from skilled players like Kenji Kitajima and Shin Yuasa.
“Lunatic Doll” features classic early Hamada anthems like “Noah,” “Tokio Makin’ Love,” “Runaway From Yesterday,” and “All Night Party.” It perfectly blends heavy metal aggression with strong melodic sensibilities and Hamada’s undeniable star quality.
VIH-28124 is more than just a debut album; it’s a landmark release that launched the career of Japan’s undisputed queen of heavy metal. Produced by and featuring a metal legend, “Lunatic Doll” remains an essential document of the J-Metal explosion and the powerful arrival of Mari Hamada.