I like all 3 Guernica albums, for different reasons. In an old interview, Koji Ueno explained that Ohta Keiichi (the lyricist & graphic designer) and himself tried to make albums that would go back in time, both visually and musically. The first Guernica album is supposed to represent the 1930/40 period. The second is 1910/20 and the third around 1890. This is why only the first one uses synths (industrialisation/machines), why the second has, sometimes, a big band/club/cabaret feeling and the third a very somber grand orchestra vibe. By the way, let's not forget the "other" great projet by Koji Ueno and Ohta Keiichi : Ohta Keiichi's own project for ¥en label "Jingaidaimakyo" (inspired by an old japanese adventure novel) which sounds much more like Guernica's first album : ua-cam.com/video/5RIO2CY3DTs/v-deo.html
I have to disagree with those who say this album is in some way inferior to the first album. The first album is quirky, weird in a fun way, but this is sublime, the orchestrations are top notch and the writing is incredible. There are definitely elements of classical music borrowed here, I can hear elements of Struass, Herrmann, even Bacharach melded in here along with more traditional Japanese music. It's a heady mix of beauty and intensity and I can't wait to hear album #3!
Hello. I'm Japanese and I'm a longtime fan of this band (GUERNICA). As a Japanese fan, I'm glad that you praised this band. Thank you very much! The band has great performances and songs, but also great lyrics. Written in the language of about 70 to 90 years ago. The content of the lyrics is also the background of the times. The costumes are also old (by the way, this CD was released in 1988). It is said to be a "legendary band" in Japan. The third CD is here. ↓ ua-cam.com/video/JMLQ7STWhIY/v-deo.html After the third CD (released in 1989), the band went out of action, but the three members are still healthy.
@@captaintogawa9736 I don't try to decide, they're very different albums and have their own unique qualities. They're equally good but for different reasons in my opinion. I just wish there were more than 3 albums, I need more!
The first Guernica album that features real instruments, but unlike their next album, the synths (albeit a bit more diversed here) from the first album are still here, just not as present as it was in the first album. However, the low quality from the synths in the first album (which is actually intentionnal) is completely gone. Like Eric said in his description, it's not as memorable as the first album BUT, Jun did a phenomenal job in this album. Of all albums from Guernica, it's actually her best performance imo. Overall, it's a really good album by itself, just not as phenomenal and creative as the first one.
Apart from his many solo albums, Koji Ueno also revisited a lot of his Guernica tracks in special projects like "Koji Ueno Trio" and "Koji Ueno Quintetto", where he revisits, in an exotica/jazzy way, a lot of his old tracks...
@@ericrhodes5174 I've been watching this video for so long that I've seen the picture this comment refers to and have returned to see it has changed after 5 years 😅
Thinks this is more exciting to listening to then the first one, even if the first one was more interesting maybe. great act, thanks for uploading so I could discover it. This ablum as some great Elfman vibes, or the otherway around maybe.
Eric Rhodes btw, I forgot. You should add Jun Togawa 戸川純 was on these albums singing. I believe she is more famous then this band. She was mostly the reason why I checked it up.
this album is far deeper and more masterful than anything picasso ever made
so glad theres a new comment im honestly happy to know people still find it beautiful ❤
「改造への躍動」はSpotifyで聴けるようになったがコチラはまだ... もっと世に広まって欲しい傑作。
日本の洋楽のクラシックの様式の豊かさにあらためて感心するアルバムですね。上野さんの音楽性と戸川さんの歌唱は完成度が高いのは云うまでもありません。
戸川純＝天才
何という物凄い雷の⚡️様な説得力を持った音楽集団、ゲルニカ、、！！！
どうして、僕は、今の今迄、こんなにもの凄い才能に溢れたグループを知らずにいたのだろうか,-- -⁉︎
I like all 3 Guernica albums, for different reasons. In an old interview, Koji Ueno explained that Ohta Keiichi (the lyricist & graphic designer) and himself tried to make albums that would go back in time, both visually and musically. The first Guernica album is supposed to represent the 1930/40 period. The second is 1910/20 and the third around 1890. This is why only the first one uses synths (industrialisation/machines), why the second has, sometimes, a big band/club/cabaret feeling and the third a very somber grand orchestra vibe. By the way, let's not forget the "other" great projet by Koji Ueno and Ohta Keiichi : Ohta Keiichi's own project for ¥en label "Jingaidaimakyo" (inspired by an old japanese adventure novel) which sounds much more like Guernica's first album : ua-cam.com/video/5RIO2CY3DTs/v-deo.html
That's really amazing, thank you for sharing 🙏
Favorites:
0:00 磁力ビギン
1:54 集団農場の秋
12:25 クラウド9
20:27 交通賛歌
22:03 電力組曲 a:ダムの唄
23:57 電力組曲 b:電力の道筋
24:45 電力組曲 c:電化の暮らし
26:40 髑髏の円舞曲
I have to disagree with those who say this album is in some way inferior to the first album. The first album is quirky, weird in a fun way, but this is sublime, the orchestrations are top notch and the writing is incredible. There are definitely elements of classical music borrowed here, I can hear elements of Struass, Herrmann, even Bacharach melded in here along with more traditional Japanese music. It's a heady mix of beauty and intensity and I can't wait to hear album #3!
you notice any Ravel?
I have a hard time deciding which of the two I like more!
Hello. I'm Japanese and I'm a longtime fan of this band (GUERNICA). As a Japanese fan, I'm glad that you praised this band. Thank you very much!
The band has great performances and songs, but also great lyrics. Written in the language of about 70 to 90 years ago. The content of the lyrics is also the background of the times.
The costumes are also old (by the way, this CD was released in 1988). It is said to be a "legendary band" in Japan.
The third CD is here. ↓
ua-cam.com/video/JMLQ7STWhIY/v-deo.html
After the third CD (released in 1989), the band went out of action, but the three members are still healthy.
@@captaintogawa9736 I don't try to decide, they're very different albums and have their own unique qualities. They're equally good but for different reasons in my opinion. I just wish there were more than 3 albums, I need more!
InstaBlaster.
日本の誇る天才が2人
3人の間違いでしょう。太田蛍一の歌詞と美術はゲルニカに欠かせません。
少年の一番の友。。。泣きそうだ
十代の時初めて聴いてびっくり
涙が出そうです｡
The first track blows my mind!!!
The first Guernica album that features real instruments, but unlike their next album, the synths (albeit a bit more diversed here) from the first album are still here, just not as present as it was in the first album. However, the low quality from the synths in the first album (which is actually intentionnal) is completely gone.
Like Eric said in his description, it's not as memorable as the first album BUT, Jun did a phenomenal job in this album. Of all albums from Guernica, it's actually her best performance imo.
Overall, it's a really good album by itself, just not as phenomenal and creative as the first one.
水晶宮、すごく好き
絶海が最高すぎる
I had a moment with Jun Togawa and all of her projects, thanks to your channel. Very thankful for your efforts :))
I'm happy you like it. There is more stuff on my now semi-defunct 2nd channel if you haven't seen that already.
@@ericrhodes5174 Yayyyy!!
I love Guernica.
水晶宮とクラウド9が好きです
ゲルニカの作品はこれも含めて、どれも早すぎた傑作だと思う
早すぎた、とは？
当時のリスナーは普通にこれらの楽曲を楽しんでいましたよ😊
Eric, thank you for posting these discs, first time I have heard of this band...what a wild mix.
i love this band so much
Me too.
当時はパノラマアワーが大好きでした
Brilliant in so many ways!
Apart from his many solo albums, Koji Ueno also revisited a lot of his Guernica tracks in special projects like "Koji Ueno Trio" and "Koji Ueno Quintetto", where he revisits, in an exotica/jazzy way, a lot of his old tracks...
Got this off slsk as well as the third one and this one is pretty good if you want something that sounds less like a nintendo game.
Best Disney princess soundtrack ever.
+inlazlowetrust Your photo will probably give me nightmares for the next couple of weeks :)
@@ericrhodes5174 I've been watching this video for so long that I've seen the picture this comment refers to and have returned to see it has changed after 5 years 😅
@@captaintogawa9736 what was it?
this is the best imho
This is Fucking Great.
this is good
Este álbum merece ser reconocido por todos es uno de los mejores 😭
Thinks this is more exciting to listening to then the first one, even if the first one was more interesting maybe. great act, thanks for uploading so I could discover it. This ablum as some great Elfman vibes, or the otherway around maybe.
I'm glad you like this. Thank you for your comment! Also, the 3rd album is not very good. :(
Eric Rhodes btw, I forgot. You should add Jun Togawa 戸川純 was on these albums singing. I believe she is more famous then this band. She was mostly the reason why I checked it up.
Most people who know about Jun Togawa already know that she was a part of Guernica, that's why I didn't mention it.
+Eric Rhodes Believe it or not, the third and last one is my favorite. Less frenetic, much more dark and almost fascistic in it's stark delivery.
外国人はどういった経緯で日本でもマイナーなこういった音楽を知るのか気になる
￥ＥＮ系とかアルファ系はやっぱり細野さんとか、ＹＭＯから掘る人が多いんじゃないでしょうか。知り合いのドイツ人の大学生はそこからＭＥＬＯＮが好きになったと言ってました。
(am american) dug deep into Sheena Ringo, see commentary saying Togawa Jun influenced her, so got into Jun-chan, finally getting here :P
Coincidence and much luck
僕は日本人ですが、大学生の頃に行きつけのレコード屋ｻﾝから"君ならコレ好きじゃない？"ってオススメされてハマりました。
このアルバム、歌詞見なくても全曲うたえます。
그러개요 나도 모르갯다ㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ 여러 노래를 듣다가 여기까지 오게되었다!!
皆さんゲルニカみたいな音楽のオススメがありますか？
ヤプーズ、フー
@@富田博光ありがとうございます
戦前にパンクがあったら、、、
これ持ってたんだけど、どこへ行ったかなあ…
服部良一テイストなんだよね。
Do you have a download?
mega.nz/#F!XE82XSAZ!RPJDuCZCmkiEI9OEzw_4HQ Let me know when you get it.
Many many thanks good sir
Good Hood Pleasure!