Introduction
His first new album in 18 months. Lyrics by Yasushi Machida, Mariko Koike, Etsushi Toyokawa, and others are featured. The album will feature 11 tracks, including the pre-release single "NOCTURNE No.9."
Amazon Review
He handled almost all of the guitar, bass, and programming himself, making this album 100% Tomoyasu Hotei's sound and execution. Perhaps having experienced two extreme circumstances in the 2000s—his acting career, personal injury, and the birth of his first daughter—it's striking how, while retaining the anticipated Hotei sound, he has dared to forgo the past and emerge with his own bold new future rock sound. Additionally, the inclusion of songs featuring lyricists with unique aesthetics for words, such as Yasushi Machida (who is the same age as Hotei but has walked a different path), Mariko Koike, and Etsushi Toyokawa, may reflect his instincts, which have allowed him to avoid the pitfalls of being called a master lyricist. Still, it's "dramatic." (Yuka Ishizumi)
Media Reviews and More
This album, Hotei's first in about a year and a half, unleashes a stunning guitar rock sound that combines elegance and wildness! Lyrics are provided for the first time by Yasushi Machida, Naoki Prize-winning author Mariko Koike, and actor Etsushi Toyokawa! This powerful album adds new excitement and color to Hotei's rock world! Includes special content on the CD. (C)RS
