Popular songs and hidden gems that highlight THE ALFEE’s ensemble
THE ALFEE is a rock band known for signature songs like “Mary Ann” and “Hoshizora no Distance.”
Ken Sakurai, the main vocalist and bassist, is known for his trademark sunglasses.
Konosuke Sakazaki handles acoustic guitar and vocals, and is widely connected with a variety of musicians.
Toshihiko Takamizawa—familiar from variety shows, with his distinctive shaped guitars and refined style—joined to form the band in 1973.
Starting out as a folk band, their music gradually incorporated elements of rock, metal, and prog, forging a unique style of their own.
Their ensemble playing, which reflects the trust they’ve built over a long career, is fantastic.
Please enjoy a wealth of classic songs from this legendary band that continues to thrive today!
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A mysterious relationshipTHE ALFEE
Included on the 1983 album “ALFEE.” A three-member rock band formed in Tokyo in 1973.
A beautiful track featuring Takamizawa’s high-tone vocals and well-balanced harmonies, set to a mellow, wistful melody reminiscent of kayōkyoku and a mid-tempo, moody atmosphere.
Cinderella doesn’t sleepTHE ALFEE
This is a Japanese band sound by THE ALFEE, an artist long popular for their mature, refined masculinity and strong support from older audiences.
Their style fits men in their 60s perfectly and lifts the spirits from within.
Lovers’ PavementTHE ALFEE
This is THE ALFEE’s 19th single, released on October 17, 1984.
Incidentally, at the time of release the unit name did not include “THE” and was simply “ALFEE.” It’s a classic ballad with lead vocals by Mr.
Takamizawa, whose clear, high voice is captivating, and just by listening you can feel the crisp autumn sky and the transparent atmosphere of a winter city.
There aren’t many songs that evoke such vivid imagery and ambience simply by being heard.
Please enjoy!
After you passed byTHE ALFEE
This is The Alfee’s 26th single, released in March 1987.
It was produced as the theme song for Toho-distributed animated film “Touch 3: After You Passed By.” Toshihiko Takamizawa takes the lead vocals on this track, and his clear, high voice combined with the symphonic arrangement creates a very beautiful ballad.
The anime film “Touch 3,” for which this song serves as the theme, was also a major hit, so I’m sure there are many people who feel a strong attachment to it.
I hope you enjoy it.
ChristinaTHE ALFEE
It’s a song that’s a bit different from The Alfee’s usual vibe.
It’s upbeat—more like really high-energy—and it really gets the crowd going at concerts.
I think it’s a great example of how they can do this kind of song too.
Sakurai’s vocals fit perfectly and sound great.
EpicureanBE∀T BOYS
BE∀T BOYS is a dance music unit that serves as an alternate moniker for THE ALFEE.
Their song “Epicurean” was used as the theme song for the 1996 Shochiku film Oishinbo.
They are strictly a dance group and are thorough about not playing instruments even during live performances.
3:00 a.m. on WednesdayTHE ALFEE
It’s a ballad that you suddenly feel like listening to late on a Wednesday night, one that gently seeps into your heart.
On nights when sorrow feels like it might crush you, it’s like a lover you can meet only in dreams—softly staying by your side and speaking to you.
That kind of warm worldview is depicted here.
This track is included on the album “ALMIGHTY,” released in October 1981.
It’s also memorable for having served as the ending theme for the Tuesday first segment of the radio program “All Night Nippon.” The timing—3 a.m.
at the end of the show, in other words 3 a.m.
Wednesday morning—overlapped perfectly with the song’s atmosphere, leaving a deep impression on many listeners.