SCANDAL - Luminous · CD

CD in jewelcase. Special international edition includes an additional English lyric translation and Romaji transliteration booklet.

Background information about 'Luminous'

What an absolute triumph! Japan's record-breaking all-female rock powerhouse SCANDAL delivers their most honest and vulnerable work yet with "Luminous", marking a historic milestone as JPU Records' 100th CD release. Fresh off their Guinness World Record recognition as "the longest running rock band with the same musicians (female)", the quartet has completely thrown out their own rulebook to craft something genuinely special. This isn't just another J-rock album - it's a deeply personal journey that sees SCANDAL writing with unprecedented emotional depth and musical maturity.

The album's sonic palette is wonderfully diverse, ranging from the adrenaline-fueled "Line of sight" (featured in the Mobile Suit Gundam Arsenal Base LINXTAGE arcade game) to bitter-sweet pop gems that showcase their incredible versatility. There's even a track born from the frustration of cancelled world tour dates during quarantine - talk about turning adversity into art! The band's 90s/2000s influences shine through beautifully, while tracks like "Gunjō pleats" and "Fanfare" demonstrate their evolution as songwriters. What makes this release even more special is the inclusion of English translations and Romaji transliterations, making their vision accessible to international fans regardless of Japanese proficiency.

For fans of:
Band-Maid, Babymetal, Maximum The Hormone, and The GazettE

Track listing

1. Gunjō pleats
2. Fanfare
3. Watashi-tachi
4. Plum
5. CANDY
6. Vision
7. LOOP
8. Line of sight
9. Anata e
10. 1:47
11. Highlight no Nakade Bokura Zutto

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