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Goto oscillates between childlike, melodic singing and blood-curdling shrieks, often within the same track, subverting the "civil" expectations of J-pop. Key Tracks & Highlights

Reviews frequently describe Second as a "freak show" in the best possible way—unruly, fun, and deeply moving despite its abrasive surface. Midori - Second (album review ) - Sputnikmusic Clocking in at just over 32 minutes, it

Released on April 4, 2007, Second (セカンド) is widely considered the first fully realized full-length statement from the Osaka-based "jazz-punk" outfit . Clocking in at just over 32 minutes, it is a manic, genre-bending explosion that solidified the band’s signature blend of hyper-aggressive hardcore punk and sophisticated swing jazz. The Sonic Landscape: "Jazz-Punk" Chaos A blinding opener that sets the tone with

Keyboardist Hajime (Hajimetal) replaces traditional punk guitar leads with "violent sounding" piano lines that range from frantic stabs to beautiful, cascading flourishes. it is a manic

Cited by fans as one of the band's best tracks, featuring a ramp-up of aggression and standout piano work.

A blinding opener that sets the tone with high-speed aggression and raw energy.

The album’s identity is built on the friction between feral vocal delivery and the technical proficiency of the backing band.