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Sawao Yamanaka
are a Japanese alternative rock band formed in 1989. The group has released 22 studio albums, several Extended play, EPs and compilations, and over 40 singles. Outside Japan, they are best known as the group responsible for the soundtrack to the ''FLCL'' anime series. History Formation and early years (1989–1994) In 1989 Kenji Ueda, bassist for Kenzi & The Trips, left the band with former Kenzi's drummer Shinichiro Sato and invited The Coin Locker Babies vocalist Sawao Yamanaka to form a new band. Yoshiaki Manabe, the guitarist of the hair metal band Persia, joined them. The Pillows were formed on 16 September 1989. The story as to where the band's name came about is that allegedly Sawao Yamanaka was hanging out at Yoshiaki Manabe's place and an English post-punk compilation record entitled ''Pillows & Prayers'' hanging on Manabe's wall inspired him. Ueda and Yamanaka were the main songwriters and The Pillows released their first EPs, ''Pantomime (EP), Pantomime'' and ''90's ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Hokkaido
is Japan's second largest island and comprises the largest and northernmost prefecture, making up its own region. The Tsugaru Strait separates Hokkaidō from Honshu; the two islands are connected by the undersea railway Seikan Tunnel. The largest city on Hokkaidō is its capital, Sapporo, which is also its only ordinance-designated city. Sakhalin lies about 43 kilometers (26 mi) to the north of Hokkaidō, and to the east and northeast are the Kuril Islands, which are administered by Russia, though the four most southerly are claimed by Japan. Hokkaidō was formerly known as ''Ezo'', ''Yezo'', ''Yeso'', or ''Yesso''. Nussbaum, Louis-Frédéric. (2005). "Hokkaidō" in Although there were Japanese settlers who ruled the southern tip of the island since the 16th century, Hokkaido was considered foreign territory that was inhabited by the indigenous people of the island, known as the Ainu people. While geographers such as Mogami Tokunai and Mamiya Rinzō explored the isla ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Pillows (47612644191)
are a Japanese alternative rock band formed in 1989. The group has released 22 studio albums, several EPs and compilations, and over 40 singles. Outside Japan, they are best known as the group responsible for the soundtrack to the ''FLCL'' anime series. History Formation and early years (1989–1994) In 1989 Kenji Ueda, bassist for Kenzi & The Trips, left the band with former Kenzi's drummer Shinichiro Sato and invited The Coin Locker Babies vocalist Sawao Yamanaka to form a new band. Yoshiaki Manabe, the guitarist of the hair metal band Persia, joined them. The Pillows were formed on 16 September 1989. The story as to where the band's name came about is that allegedly Sawao Yamanaka was hanging out at Yoshiaki Manabe's place and an English post-punk compilation record entitled ''Pillows & Prayers'' hanging on Manabe's wall inspired him. Ueda and Yamanaka were the main songwriters and The Pillows released their first EPs, ''Pantomime'' and ''90's My Life'' in 1990 under Capta ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Love Letter (1995 Film)
''Love Letter'' is a 1995 Japanese film directed by Shunji Iwai and starring Miho Nakayama. The film was shot almost entirely on the island of Hokkaidō, mainly in the city of Otaru. ''Love Letter'' became a box-office hit in Japan and later in other east Asian countries, most notably South Korea, where it was one of the first Japanese films to be shown in cinemas since World War II. In South Korea it was the tenth highest grossing general release of the year with 645,615 admissions."''koreanfilm''" koreanfilm. Retrieved March 04, 2012. Director Shunji Iwai hired as cinematographer and the collaboration between the two produced a film praised for its evocative winter cinematography. Iwai cast pop sing ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Girlfriend (The Pillows Song)
is the fourth single by The Pillows. It was released as an 8cm CD on March 24, 1995. The B-side track, "Girlfriend (Love Letter Version)", which was an arrangement of the A-side title track, was used in the award winning 1995 romance movie, Love Letter A love letter is an expression of love in written form. However delivered, the letter may be anything from a short and simple message of love to a lengthy explanation and description of feelings. History One of the oldest references to a lo .... Track listing #"Girlfriend" #"Girlfriend (Love Letter Version)" #"Boku de Irareru You Ni" (僕でいられるように) References 1995 singles The Pillows songs 1995 songs King Records (Japan) singles Song articles with missing songwriters {{1990s-single-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Living Field
''Living Field'' is an album released by the Pillows are a Japanese alternative rock band formed in 1989. The group has released 22 studio albums, several EPs and compilations, and over 40 singles. Outside Japan, they are best known as the group responsible for the soundtrack to the '' FLCL'' ani ... on March 24, 1995. Track listing # "Angel Fish" (エンゼルフィッシュ) – 4:07 # "Sunday" – 3:15 # "Daydream Wonder" – 3:28 # "Swinger's Night Club" –1:54 # "Something Like a Romance" – 4:44 # "Girlfriend" (ガールフレンド) – 4:33 # "The Killing Field" – 4:09 # "Happy Slave" – 4:29 # "Native World" – 4:51 # "Climbing the Roof" (屋上に昇って) – 3:22 # "Bye Bye Sweet Pain" – 3:45 The Pillows albums 1995 albums {{1990s-alt-rock-album-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sawao Yamanaka - Delicious Bump Tour In USA 08
Sawao (written: 沢男 or さわお in hiragana) is a masculine Japanese given name. Notable people with the name include: *, Japanese gymnast *, Japanese musician {{given name Japanese masculine given names ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Daydream Wonder
''Living Field'' is an album released by the Pillows are a Japanese alternative rock band formed in 1989. The group has released 22 studio albums, several EPs and compilations, and over 40 singles. Outside Japan, they are best known as the group responsible for the soundtrack to the '' FLCL'' ani ... on March 24, 1995. Track listing # "Angel Fish" (エンゼルフィッシュ) – 4:07 # "Sunday" – 3:15 # "Daydream Wonder" – 3:28 # "Swinger's Night Club" –1:54 # "Something Like a Romance" – 4:44 # "Girlfriend" (ガールフレンド) – 4:33 # "The Killing Field" – 4:09 # "Happy Slave" – 4:29 # "Native World" – 4:51 # "Climbing the Roof" (屋上に昇って) – 3:22 # "Bye Bye Sweet Pain" – 3:45 The Pillows albums 1995 albums {{1990s-alt-rock-album-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kool Spice
''Kool Spice'' is an album released by the Pillows on July 2, 1994. It is the band's first record to be released through King Records. Original bassist Kenji Ueda Kenji Ueda (上田ケンジ ''Ueda Kenji'', nickname ウエケン ''UEKEN'') is a Japanese rock musician and producer. He is known for his solo work, as well as his work with Kenzi & The Trips and The Pillows. Biography Early life and influence ... was replaced for this album by guest bassist Tatsuya Kashima. Track listing # "Monochrome Lovers" (モノクロームラバーズ) – 3:55 # "Be Careful of Love Spies" (恋のスパイに気をつけろ) – 3:27 # "Twilight Park Waltz" (公園～黄昏のワルツ～) – 3:34 # "Sha-La-La-Lla" – 4:47 # "Toy Doll" – 3:34 # "Naked Shuffle" – 3:49 # "In Front of a Locked Door" (開かない扉の前で) – 6:26 1994 albums The Pillows albums {{1990s-alt-rock-album-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Pillows Presents Special CD
''The Pillows Presents Special CD'' is an EP released by The Pillows are a Japanese alternative rock band formed in 1989. The group has released 22 studio albums, several Extended play, EPs and compilations, and over 40 singles. Outside Japan, they are best known as the group responsible for the soundtrack to the ... on October 18, 1993. It was distributed for promotional purposes only and not available through regular retail channels. Track listing # "Ano Hi to Onaji Sora no Shita de" (あの日と同じ空の下で) # "Angel Fish" (エンゼルフィッシュ) # "Kimi to Futari" (キミと二人) The Pillows EPs 1993 EPs Japanese-language EPs {{1990s-alt-rock-album-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
White Incarnation
''White Incarnation'' is the second studio album released by the Pillows on May 21, 1992. It is the band's last record to feature the original lineup, as bassist Kenji Ueda left shortly after. Recorded in Britain, the album shows heavy influence from British bands such as The Smiths and The Stone Roses, as well as experimentation with the more Jazz oriented style that would characterize The Pillows' following two albums. Track listing # "Colorful Pumpkin Fields" (カラフル・パンプキン・フィールズ ''KARAFURU PANPUKIN FIRUZU'')) # " She's My Sister" (彼女はシスター ''Kanojo wa SISUTA'') # "Sitting on a Paper Moon" (ペーパームーンにこしかけて ''PEPAMUN ni Koshikakete'') # "Right Here Like This" (このままここで ''Kono mama koko de'') # "I Want to Be Sullivan" (サリバンになりたい ''SARIBAN ni Naritai'') # "Hey, I Don't Care" (気にしてないよ) # "Blue March" (ブルーマーチ ''BURU MACHI'') # "Dawn Has Come" (夜明けがや ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Moon Gold
''Moon Gold'' is the debut studio album released by Japanese alternative rock band the Pillows are a Japanese alternative rock band formed in 1989. The group has released 22 studio albums, several Extended play, EPs and compilations, and over 40 singles. Outside Japan, they are best known as the group responsible for the soundtrack to the ..., released on June 21, 1991. It is the band's first full-length record. Track listing # "You Are" (キミがいる) – 4:02 # "This Is My Fashion" – 2:36 # "I Need Somebody" – 4:33 # "Dear, My 'First' Step" – 5:00 # "I Feels Like It's Gonna Rain" (雨が降ってきたような気がする) – 4:08 # "If You Sing in the Rain" (雨にうたえば) – 4:44 # "Kiss Me Baby" – 2:46 # "I Want to Return There" (あそこへ帰りたい) – 3:18 # "Hello Girl" (ハローガール) – 4:15 # "Foreigner" – 3:20 # "Want to Sleep For..." – 3:27 # "Good-bye Third Planet" (さようなら第三惑星) – 5:18 1991 debut albums ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
90's My Life
''90's My Life'' is an EP released by The Pillows on October 25, 1990. It was re-released on March 8, 2004 as ''90's My Life Returns'' with five additional tracks. The original EP, like its predecessor ''Pantomime Pantomime (; informally panto) is a type of musical comedy stage production designed for family entertainment. It was developed in England and is performed throughout the United Kingdom, Ireland and (to a lesser extent) in other English-speaking ...'', has since gone out of print. Track listing References *the pillows cast 989-200920th Anniversary Special Edition *『90'S MY LIFE returns』ライナーノーツ The Pillows EPs 1990 EPs Japanese-language EPs {{1990s-alt-rock-album-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
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