Crimson
AKINA NAKAMORI (中森 明菜)
SYNOPSIS
Released at the peak of her career, Crimson, arranged by Kazuo Shiina (椎名 和夫) & Shirō Sagisu (鷺巣 詩郎), finds Akina Nakamori stepping into a more refined and mature sound. Moving beyond idol pop, the album blends sophisticated city pop arrangements with dramatic ballads and jazzy nuances, all anchored by Akina’s deep, expressive vocals. Tracks like “駅 (Eki)” showcase her emotional range, while the sleek production reflects the cosmopolitan polish of mid-80s Japan. A turning point in her discography, Crimson remains a fan favorite and an essential record for collectors exploring the darker, moodier side of city pop.
Original Japanese Title:
クリムゾン
GENRE & STYLE
Electronic, Funk / Soul, Pop
City Pop, Synth-pop, Kayōkyoku, Ballad, Vocal
PRESSING INFORMATION
Reprise Records – L-12650
LP | 12”, 33⅓ RPM
Japan | 1986
Original Pressing
IDENTIFIERS
TRACKLIST
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Composed by
Akiko Kobayashi (小林 明子)Lyrics by
Eiko Kyo (許 瑛子) -
Composed / Lyrics by
Mariya Takeuchi (竹内 まりや) -
Composed / Lyrics by
Mariya Takeuchi (竹内 まりや) -
Composed by
Akiko Kobayashi (小林 明子)Lyrics by
Yoshiko Miura (三浦 徳子) -
Composed / Lyrics by
Mariya Takeuchi (竹内 まりや) -
Composed by
Akiko Kobayashi (小林 明子)Lyrics by
Reiko Yukawa (湯川 れい子) -
Composed by
Akiko Kobayashi (小林 明子)Lyrics by
FUMIKO (岡田 冨美子) -
Composed by
Akiko Kobayashi (小林 明子)Lyrics by
Yumi Yoshimoto (吉元 由美) -
Composed / Lyrics by
Mariya Takeuchi (竹内 まりや) -
Composed / Lyrics by
Mariya Takeuchi (竹内 まりや)
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