Debut song of an 80s visual-kei band
Visual kei bands, with their glamorous and sometimes decadent aesthetics that captivate many, have enduring popularity among both men and women.
Many visual kei bands debuted in the 1980s, but how much do you know about their debut songs?
Here, we’ve put together a roundup of debut songs from 1980s visual kei bands.
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Debut songs by 80s visual kei bands (1–10)
The Legend of Boo TakagiKinniku Shoujo Tai
Among the many controversial works of the ’80s, Takagi Boo Densetsu stands out for both its notoriety and quality.
Its introspective, self-deprecating emotions ignite the listener’s heart.
It’s no exaggeration to say you can’t talk about the scene of the time without having heard this.
I couldn’t bring myself to say it.JUSTY NASTY
At first glance you’d never imagine it: the unexpectedly fitting yet unconventional musical style and message—so unlike their visual kei look—contain elements that resonate with today’s J-pop.
What deserves special mention is the saxophone solo in the interlude.
It’s an extraordinarily innovative idea, almost unheard of in visual kei songs, making this track a true masterpiece!
Body BodySOFT BALLET
The debut single of a group that stood out as especially distinctive in the scene since their formation in 1986.
It features a club-oriented sound that incorporated the then-rare “electro body beat.” The sterile, high-hardness beats are said to be an homage to the Belgian group FRONT 242.
Debut songs of 80s visual-kei bands (11–20)
LA VIE EN ROSED’ERLANGER
Their debut album “LA VIE EN ROSE” made headlines at the time for achieving an astonishing 30,000 sales as an indie release.
The debut single is a track that indeed possesses a noble quality befitting their solitary stature.
With its strongly stoic impression, the song continues to stand out as something distinct, setting them apart from bands that prioritize visuals.
BelieveLUNA SEA
LUNA SEA’s debut single, which reached No.
11 on the Oricon chart at the time, is a striking track featuring vocals rich in falsetto, a beautiful melody, and intertwining twin guitars.
Its intense yet cohesive beauty still sounds fresh when revisited today.
LA CADUTA DEGLI DEIThe Willard
At the time, The Willard, which reigned as one of the “Big Three” indie bands, released a first EP whose title means “the downfall of the gods” in Italian.
It’s a track that leaves a powerful impact, strongly projecting the band’s conceptual image.
Its timeless quality is truly striking.
LOVE GENERATIONAUTO-MOD
A legendary band that represents the ’80s “positive punk” scene and continues to perform today.
Their debut track, “LOVE GENERATION,” conveys a decadent, inorganic worldview and a dry, almost work-song-like feel.
It’s filled with an indescribable, peculiar languor that matched the mood of the era.