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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Midsummer StrangerTHE ALFEE
This song is included on an album called Best Songs.
It’s a truly lovely piece, and it makes me want to listen to it when summer comes around.
Sakurai pours his heart into singing about a fleeting summer romance between adults.
You might think of TUBE or Southern All Stars for summer music, but I really think The Alfee’s summer songs are wonderful.
Lonely GenerationTHE ALFEE
This song skillfully combines the distinctive qualities of its three vocalists.
The simple division of parts into verse A, verse B, and chorus works effectively, and by pursuing emotion that fits each assigned section, the track gains strong contrast and dynamism.
pantomimeTHE ALFEE
This is their seventh single, released in 1980.
Although it was chosen as the theme song for the TV Tokyo drama “Aitsu to Ore,” the show ended after just four episodes—making the song emblematic of THE ALFEE’s unfortunate circumstances at the time.
Even so, its mournful melody is very beautiful, and it stands as a hidden gem from THE ALFEE’s folk era.
From The Past To The FutureTHE ALFEE
This song is included on their 19th album, “örb,” released in 1999.
It’s a simple ballad featuring the trio’s beautiful vocal harmonies over a melody reminiscent of their folk-song era.
It is also performed live by just the three members.
Radical TeenagerTHE ALFEE
It’s a message song sung by Sakazaki.
It’s a refreshing and wonderful cheer song.
It’s very popular among fans, and it’s the kind of lovely track that makes you feel energized when you listen to it.
The Alfee really have so many good songs that it’s hard to decide which one to recommend.
I believe it’s a song from around the 1980s.
Heartless Love XTHE ALFEE
A track included on THE ALFEE’s 2015 album “Trinity.” Set in a melodic metal style, the song brims with speed while the switch-vocal delivery explodes with drama.
In these lyrics, the parts are sung separately by a woman and a man—a technique only THE ALFEE could pull off.
Listen while imagining two lovers drowning in a forbidden affair.
LOVE NEVER DIESTHE ALFEE
It’s the theme song of the 1996 Nippon TV drama “Kiseki no Romance.” As their 43rd single, the track became a hit, boosted by the drama’s popularity.
It’s a classic ballad featuring grand piano and organ arrangements topped with beautiful vocal harmonies.