Arena Rock, Classic Rock, Prog Rock
CBS SONY 25AP 2500 Japan 1983
GB£10.10
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER *L'image ne provient pas de l'article réel.
A smash hit album that marked the peak of their career as a melodic hard band.
In addition to the hit singles, the album also features songs with an impressive, thick sound and an emphasis on metallic textures.
EPIC 25・3P-1 Japan 1978
GB£5.22
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER, Mark on Media
It reached number one in the US and sold about 7 million copies. The title track was the band's biggest hit!
The second album released in 1978. The clear and refreshing sound, with pop melodies yet hard sound, continues from the first album, "Boston/Fantasy Flight".
Hard Rock, Arena Rock, Classic Rock
ELEKTRA P-10430E Japan 1976
GB£23.61
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER, Torn on Liner
An ambitious work that attempted simple and straightforward rock during the heyday of punk.
The sixth album released in 1977. Contains 11 songs including "We Will Rock You" and "We Are the Champions", familiar songs from sporting venues such as MLB and NBA.
Arena Rock, Classic Rock, Hard Rock
ELEKTRA P-5567-8E Japan 1979
GB£53.34
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER, Colored Vinyl
You can feel the vibe of Queen's energetic live performances in the 70s!
There are many famous songs that everyone has heard at least once.
ATLANTIC P-10698A Japan 1979
Media : Excellent (EX), Jacket : Acceptable (VG)
LINER, Hard Stain on Cover
This was the last work to feature the original six members.
This is Foreigner's album with the strongest new wave sound.
ATLANTIC P-10523A Japan 1978
GB£5.23
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER, Discoloration on Cover, Minor Scratch on Media *L'image ne provient pas de l'article réel.
The 1978 second album that solidified Foreigner's popularity
Includes the band's signature song "Hot Blooded" and the hit "Double Vision."
AOR, Pop Rock, Funk, Arena Rock
CBS SONY 25AH 485 Japan 1978
GB£3.61
Media : Excellent (EX), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER, Ring Wear on Cover *L'image ne provient pas de l'article réel.
Nagachan's masterpiece, when it comes to Japanese AOR and city pop
The Shiseido commercial song "Toki yo Tomare" is the perfect example of Nagachan's ballad, and this song is the axis of this mellow, dandy, and sexy masterpiece.
Guns N' Roses - Use Your Illusion 1
Rock & Roll, Hard Rock, Arena Rock, Glam
Geffen Records MVCG-43 Japan 1991
GB£9.01
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
Obi
One of two albums released simultaneously by the world's greatest hard rock/heavy metal band.
The third album, released in 1991. Released simultaneously with "Use Your Illusion Ⅱ", it reached number 2 on the album charts in the US and UK.
Power Pop, Pop Rock, Arena Rock, Hard Rock
EPIC 25•3P-5 Japan 1978
GB£9.55
Media : Acceptable (VG), Jacket : Acceptable (VG), Obi : Acceptable (VG)
LINER, Scratch/damage on Cover, Obi has significant tear, Pronounced Scratch on Media *L'image ne provient pas de l'article réel.
Cheap Trick's live album from their 1978 Budokan concert
This is a live album from Cheap Trick, who were more popular in Japan than in their home country.
Grand Funk Railroad - Caught In The Act
CAPITOL ECS-67049•50 Japan 1975
GB£5.23
Media : Acceptable (VG), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER, Heavy Mark on Media, Cover Soiled *L'image ne provient pas de l'article réel.
Live recording album of the Japanese title "Grand Funk Tour '75"
The band's second live album shows a more mature, grown-up take on hard rock than their rough-and-tumble predecessor.
ATLANTIC P-10376A Japan 1977
GB£12.80
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER
The debut album of the British-American group Foreigner
The band's unique pop and rock sound, which has no roots in the various backgrounds of its members, is appealing.
Night Ranger - Emergency Order Dawn Patrol
BOARDWALK 25AP 2487 Japan 1982
GB£5.77
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Excellent (EX)
LINER, Scratch/damage on Cover
The debut album of the American hard rock band.
His technique combines gorgeous harmonies with the dynamism of traditional American hard rock.
Hard Rock, Pop Rock, Arena Rock
EPIC 25·3P-42 Japan 1976
GB£14.96
Media : Excellent (EX), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER, Scratch/damage on Cover *L'image ne provient pas de l'article réel.
A smash hit debut album that sold 20 million copies worldwide.
Released in 1976. A masterpiece of American progressive hard rock.
Pop Rock, Prog Rock, Arena Rock
GEFFEN 28AP 3120 Japan 1985
GB£10.10
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER
Asia's Japanese hit album, a super progressive rock band
It was a hit in Japan at the time, and still sounds just as good today; it's a classic album with even more loyal fans among music fans than the more impactful first album.
Elvis Presley - Aloha From Hawaii
Rock & Roll, Arena Rock, Symphonic Rock
RCA SRA-9392~93 Japan 1973
GB£7.93
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER, Light Mark on Media, Media Soiled, Cover Damaged *L'image ne provient pas de l'article réel.
A record of a huge live concert held in Hawaii in response to a request for a performance from Japan.
In this concert, Elvis focused on ballads and covered songs, rather than rock songs. This legendary concert was held at the International Center in Honolulu and was the first live music concert to be broadcast simultaneously around the world via satellite at the time. The number of viewers is said to be between 1 and 1.5 billion, and in Japan, the 19:00 broadcast achieved a viewership rate of nearly 40%.
VICTOR VIL-6067 Japan 1983
GB£18.20
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER
Released in 1983, this is the first album by Europe, a hard rock band from Sweden.
This is the monumental work that marked the beginning of Europe's worldwide success.
SCOTTI BROS C25Y0024 Japan 1982
GB£10.10
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Acceptable (VG)
LINER, Scratch/damage on Cover
Includes the theme song "EYE OF THE TIGER" from the movie "Rocky III."
Survivor's third album, released in 1982.
CBS SONY 25AP 2643 Japan 1983
GB£15.50
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER
An album that symbolizes the rise and fall of LA metal.
Expressed with the venom and sweetness of hard rock.
POLYGRAM PHCR-1161 Japan 1992
GB£3.44
Media : Acceptable (VG)
Scratch on Case, Pronounced Scratch on Media *L'image ne provient pas de l'article réel.
A tribute album to guitarist Steve Clark.
Def Leppard's presence was once again demonstrated to the world.
Bruce Springsteen - Born To Run
CBS SONY SOPO 96, SOPO-96 Japan 1975
GB£6.31
Media : Acceptable (VG), Jacket : Acceptable (VG)
Cover Soiled, Hard Stain on Cover, Indentation on Cover *L'image ne provient pas de l'article réel.
The album's overwhelming power and strength of songs seem to encompass the present and future of rock and roll.
Rock and roll with beautiful piano sounds and a sense of loss.
Rock & Roll, Classic Rock, AOR, Arena Rock, Pop Rock, Classic Rock
ASYLUM 5E-508 US 1979
GB£4.69
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+)
Mark on Media, Cover Soiled, Scratch/damage on Cover *L'image ne provient pas de l'article réel.
It reached number one on the Billboard charts and number one on the Oricon charts for two consecutive weeks.
This was effectively the last album of the 70's.
VICTOR VIL-6095 Japan 1984
GB£20.91
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER *L'image ne provient pas de l'article réel.
This is the last Scandinavian Melo Hard Rock masterpiece featuring Tony Reno (drums).
The second album released in 1984. It is a compilation of early Europe songs, including the singles "Lyin' Eyes," "Stormwind," "Dreamer," and "Open Your Hear."
Pop Rock, Arena Rock, Pop Rock
CBS SONY 40AP 2001~2 Japan 1981
GB£12.80
Media : Excellent (EX), Jacket : Excellent (EX)
LINER *L'image ne provient pas de l'article réel.
Journey's first live album
This album contains carefully selected songs from the recordings of the "Departure Tour" that was held around the world in the 1980s to promote the album "Departure." It also includes recordings of the performances in Japan.
RCA RVP-6232 Japan 1977
GB£53.34
Media : Excellent (EX), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Acceptable (VG)
LINER, Tear on Obi, Discoloration on Obi
This was the last album with Uri Roth.
Ulrich's classical melodies.
Hard Rock, Arena Rock, Prog Rock
ELEKTRA P-6554E Japan 1976
GB£15.50
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Acceptable (VG)
LINER, Scratch/damage on Cover *L'image ne provient pas de l'article réel.
The album is even more unique, including gospel-inspired ballads and songs with Japanese lyrics.
A fusion of their trademark hard rock and beautiful melodies influenced by classical music.
