HAMADA, MARI blue revolution VIH-28239
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Artist = HAMADA, MARI
Title = blue revolution
Label = INVITATION
Catalog# = VIH-28239
Barcode = 4988002008957
Release = JAPAN
Year = 1985
RPM = 33rpm
Disc Size = 12"
Number of Discs = 1
Mono/Stereo = stereo
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A Turning Point in Blue: Mari Hamada’s ‘Blue Revolution’ (Promo VIH-28239)
Today we revisit a significant album marking a stylistic turning point for Japanese rock icon Mari Hamada: her fifth studio LP, “Blue Revolution.” This entry focuses on the 12-inch vinyl release on the Invitation label (Victor), catalog number VIH-28239, specifically a promotional sample copy complete with its original obi strip.
Released in 1985, this 9-track album signaled Hamada’s move from the pure heavy metal of her earliest work towards a more refined, melodic hard rock sound. “Blue Revolution” successfully navigated this transition, showcasing her powerful vocals within catchier, more polished arrangements without sacrificing the underlying rock energy.
The album’s high quality was further enhanced by the involvement of notable guest musicians. It features early guitar contributions from Takahiro “Tak” Matsumoto, who would later find massive success with B’z, and keyboard work from Rei Atsumi of the band Vow Wow. Their presence underscores the caliber of musicianship supporting Hamada’s evolving sound.
“Blue Revolution” (VIH-28239) is a landmark release, capturing Mari Hamada as she broadened her musical horizons and appeal. It delivered memorable hard rock anthems and demonstrated her versatility. This promotional sample pressing, with its obi intact, represents a particularly desirable piece for collectors documenting this important phase in her career.