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With 1985's Thunder in the East, Loudness were faced with the daunting challenge of conquering heavy metal fans outside their homeland of Japan for the first time. Knowing that their early sound might prove a tad too heavy and complex for American audiences, the foursome rose to the occasion by dispensing their most melodic compositions ever. Yet, except for a few obvious examples, like "We Could Be Together," first single "Crazy Nights," and the power ballad "Never Change Your Mind," the band doesn't seem at all self-conscious about this transition. A few all-out headbangers like "Get Away" and "Clockwork Toy" are hammered out for good measure, but it's excellent tracks like "Heavy Chains," "The Lines Are Down," and "No Way Out" which obtain the best results by bridging the gap between both extremes and providing the best foundations for Akira Takasaki's incendiary guitar solos. In fact, were it not for singer Minoru Niihara's poor English-speaking skills (which quite understandably result in some amusing lyrical transgressions) little here belies the band's unique origins, and for that they should be applauded. Oh, and the impossibly long guitar riff of "Run for Your Life" has to be a world record. Backed by a ruthless marketing campaign concocted by record label Atco, Thunder in the East would actually do quite well in America. But Loudness' novelty status would soon wear off, and they would never again experience such success in America, despite some fine efforts in the following years. ~ Eduardo Rivadavia
Japanese reissue of the Japanese heavy metal act's 1985 album. 10 tracks.
Few Japanese bands crack the United States market, and even fewer of those groups are of the metal variety. With their distinctly gruff American attitude, it's little surprise that Loudness made the leap. Features 10 cuts including "Crazy Nights" and "Like Hell."
Loudness: Minoru Nihara (vocals); Akira Takasaki (guitar); Masayoshi Yamashita (bass); Munetaka Higuchi (drums).
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This is as far as I know the first from this group. But they have many others to date. The music is straight forward hard rock no strings attached if you enjoy groups like metallica you will love these guys also. A must have.
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a surprisingly good album
i originally bought this album for one song - "rock-n-roll crazy nights". i was surprised how good most of the songs were, even hearing them for the first time. i could never find this album in a regular retail store, partially because it's an import. good heavy metal tunes for those nostalgic for those days from the 80's.
Submitted by a reviewer (concord, ca, usa)
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This CD is brilliant. Of course nothing can beat the first 4 CDs, but it is still amazing. If you are a guitarist, you should own this. Heavy Chains remains one of the best solos EVER! Everything song exhibits amazing guitar technique from the complex rhythm work to the insane solos. A must have, get it NOW!
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Totally Rocks
Rocked in 85' & still rocks today. Definatly pumps you up...hints of older Rush heavy metal, Scorpions & Iron Maiden & Juda Priest. Guitar driven pump you up tracks.
Submitted by keithrules123 (Cincinnati)
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This is the album that started Loudness to fame. The album ROCKS, "Crazy Nights" was the introduction song to the US back in the 80's and could still be played today. A Definite add to any collection.
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