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> Wow! Their fourth album, "Passion", is a new vector for Earthshaker,
and I love it. It's definitely some of the best mid 80's metal you
can find. Shara and the gang managed to go more mainstream, while
retaining their unique flavor of Japanese guitar rock.
> I've said it before, and I still maintain that Earthshaker is one of
my favorite groups. Passion only serves to further seal their standing.
Marcy continues to impress me with his ability to make Japanese lyrics
enjoyable to my ears. I'd say that Shara's technical mastery of guitar
riffs has reached an impressive summit, which could only be matched by
his 'Live in Budohkan' performance. Takayuki's bass is technically
perfect, albeit mainly background rhythm. Of course, Yoshihiro rises
to the task of maintaining the drum beat with excellent results.
After four albums, I know why they call themselves Earthshaker.
> Ahh... Although Passion is readily enjoyed from start to finish, my favorite
songs of this album are fairly easy to discern. The best song on
this album, and among the best metal songs ever, would be "The Night We
Had". Words can't sufficiently describe the spine chilling guitar
riffs Shara perfectly executes in this recording. Moving on, "Whiskey
And Woman" is a very catchy tune indeed. For the ballad fan in you,
"Arigato Kimini" more than fills the need. Lastly, "Nagareta Akaichiwa
Naze!" is a hard rockin' jam you're sure to love. Passion is the
peak of Earthshaker's musical prowess, IMO. |
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> This is what I love about Earthshaker -- any one of their first four
albums could easily be their best. Passion provides you with one
of the best metal songs I've ever heard, "The Night We Had". If you
like Earthshaker, or want to give them a try, Passion would be a great
choice!
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