MONSTER

Introduction

B'z has been blazing through the air with their ever-changing sound and lyrics on three singles released since the beginning of 2006: the clear, up-tempo rock tune "Shodo," the expansive mid-tempo number "Yuruginaimono Hitotsu," and the upbeat tune "SPLASH!", which embodies unconventional dynamism and liberation. Their 15th full-length album, "MONSTER," features a diverse selection of tracks, making it a truly monster-sized pop-rock masterpiece!

*"OCEAN," the theme song for the Fuji TV drama "Umizaru"...new remix version *"Shodo," the opening theme song for the 10th anniversary of the nationwide broadcast of "Detective Conan" on Yomiuri TV and Nippon TV...new remix version *"Yuruginaimono Hitotsu," the theme song for the 10th anniversary Toho foreign film roadshow "Detective Conan: Requiem of the Detectives"

[About the Artist] Takahiro Matsumoto (guitar, all composition, and production), who had worked in studios and tour support for numerous artists, met Koshi Inaba (vocals and all lyrics) with the idea of ​​creating a band that could express his own music, and formed the band in 1988. With a dynamic lineup of singles, albums, and experimental mini-albums, the band has dominated the music scene with a diverse sound that explores a variety of musical styles. Shortly after their debut, they embarked on a live tour called "B'z LIVE-GYM," scaling venues from halls to arenas, domes, and stadiums. Their dynamic live performances and entertaining stage performances have captivated audiences and garnered immense popularity.

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B'z's 15th album features hard rock with stunning guitar playing and sharp, supple vocals. The album features remix versions of "Shodo" and "OCEAN," as well as "Yuruginaimono Hitotsu" and "Pierrot," spanning a wide range of styles from rock, pop, ballads, reggae, and blues. (C)RS