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生聞59分
1977
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生聞59分 is a live album by the Japanese blues band 憂歌団 (Yukadan), considered a masterpiece and a significant work in the history of Japanese blues. It's 憂歌団's third album and their first live album. The album captures the raw energy and unique sound of the band's live performances, featuring 木村充揮's (Kimura Atsuki) distinctive vocals and 内田勘太郎's (Uchida Kantaro) impressive guitar work. The album was compiled from recordings of several live performances in Tokyo and Kyoto in the year prior to its release.
Recording Info
Recorded live in Tokyo and Kyoto in 1976.
Track Highlights
- マディ・ジャンプス・ワン (Mckinley Morganfield) — An instrumental, upbeat number that showcases Uchida's dynamic guitar solo
- イフ・アイ・ディドゥント・ラヴ・ユー (Joe McCoy) — Features Kimura's vocals and Uchida's guitar solo
- 俺の村では、俺も人気者 — Features Uchida's slide guitar
- 10$の恋 — A song about a man in love with a 'professional' woman
- パチンコ-ランラン・ブルース — Features Kimura's shout of 'Pachinko!!'
- おそうじオバチャン — A song about a cleaning lady
Significance
生聞59分 is considered 憂歌団's most representative work and helped solidify their reputation as one of Japan's best live bands. The album showcases their unique blend of blues, folk, and swing music.
憂歌団's debut single, おそうじオバチャン, was almost banned due to complaints of discrimination.
Track List
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