Koenjihyakkei - Dhorimviskha
Review by Nikita
Dhorimviskha, the latest album by Koenjihyakkei, is a masterpiece of progressive rock music. The band, known for their complex arrangements and unconventional time signatures, delivers an outstanding performance that showcases their technical skills and creativity.
The album consists of six tracks, each with its unique style and mood. The opening track, "Tziidall Raszhisst," is a high-energy instrumental piece that sets the tone for the rest of the album. The following tracks, "Rattims Friezz" and "Palbeth Tissilaq," are both vocal-driven songs that feature the powerful voice of lead singer Ahleuchatistas. His vocals are complemented by the intricate guitar work of Tatsuya Yoshida, who also serves as the band's drummer.
The fourth track, "Q'omel Vahli," is an instrumental piece that highlights the band's ability to create complex and dynamic arrangements. The track features a wide range of instruments, including keyboards, saxophones, and violins, all weaving together to create a mesmerizing sound.
The album's penultimate track, "Dhorimviskha," is a sprawling epic that clocks in at over 20 minutes. The track features a wide range of musical styles, from jazz to metal, and showcases the band's ability to seamlessly blend genres.
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Download
Filename: koenjihyakkei-dhorimviskha.zip- MP3 size: 55.8 mb
- FLAC size: 543.6 mb
Tracks
| Track | Duration | Preview |
|---|---|---|
| Zjindhaiq | 7:31 | |
| Levhorm | 9:11 | |
| Palbeth Tissilaq | 6:8 | |
| Vleztemtraiv | 10:18 | |
| Levhorm (Piano) | ||
| Djebelaki Zomn | 9:49 | |
| Levhrom (Piano) | ||
| Phlessttighas | 6:21 | |
| Dhorimviskha | 11:47 |
Video
Koenji Hyakkei - Dhorimviskha (Full Album)
KOENJI HYAKKEI / Dhorimviskha Digest
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Catalog Numbers
- GR128LP, GR128CD
- GR128LP
- GR128CD
Labels
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Formats
- 2 × Vinyl
- LP
- Album
- Limited Edition
- Numbered CD
- Numbered
- CD
- Grey
- Colored vinyl. 1LP Brown/beige with multi-colored stains. LP2 Red/Plum with multi-colored stains
Companies
| Role | Company |
|---|---|
| Phonographic Copyright (p) | Skin Graft Records |
| Copyright (c) | Skin Graft Records |
| Manufactured By | Disc Makers |
Credits
| Role | Credit |
|---|---|
| Bass | Sakamoto Kengo |
| Vocals | Sakamoto Kengo |
| Drums | Yoshida Tatsuya |
| Composed By | Yoshida Tatsuya |
| Guitar | Koganemaru Kei |
| Keyboards | Yabuki Taku |
| Saxophone | Komori Keiko |
| Clarinet | Komori Keiko |
| Artwork | Yoshida Tatsuya |
| Illustration | Nakakarumai Daisuke |
Notes
- Gatefold 2xLP + CD Ultimate KICKSTARTER First Edition
- Edition of 175 copies worldwide
- Includes: Exclusive, individually #'d cardstock Insert and a full-color "Dhorimviskha" Magnet (measuring 8.5" x 3") - PLUS: Gatefold Double LP (with vinyl-only bonus track + colored vinyl + collectible wrap-around OBI) / Glass Mastered CD in Gatefold Six Panel Jacket / Double-Sided Hi-Gloss Poster (measuring 23.5" x 16.5") / Digital Download
- Gatefold 2xLP KICKSTARTER First Edition
- Includes: Exclusive, individually #'d cardstock Insert and a full-color "Dhorimviskha" Magnet (measuring 8.5" x 3") - PLUS: Gatefold Double LP (with vinyl-only bonus track + colored vinyl + collectible wrap-around OBI) / Double-Sided Hi-Gloss Poster (measuring 23.5" x 16.5") / Digital Download
- CD release, distributed to crowd-funding supporters in advance of retail availability
- Issued in 6-panel Digisleeve.
Barcodes
- Barcode: 647216612827
- Matrix / Runout: Side 1: 113608 GR128 LP-A A
- Matrix / Runout: Side 2: 113609 GR128 LP-B B
- Matrix / Runout: Side 3: 113610 GR128 LP-C C
- Matrix / Runout: Side 4: 113611 GR128 LP-D D
- Barcode (Text): 6 47216 61282 7
- Barcode (Scanned): 647216612827
- Matrix / Runout: MCF1801 [Disc Makers logo]
- Mastering SID Code: IFPI LZ71
- Mould SID Code (Moulded on picture side): IFPI ALK13
- Barcode: 647216612810
About Koenjihyakkei
Kōenji Hyakkei is a Japanese zeuhl band, originated from Tokyo and led by of . The band released their first self-titled album in 1994 with from on vocals and keyboards.
Not widely presented outside of Japan, the band gained international fame and notoriety among heavy/heady progrock lovers, and Koenji Hyakkei were highly praised for extreme complexity, mind-boggling rhythm patterns and high expressiveness of their music. They've often been compared to such cult bands, as , , with tempo changes multiplied by 100 and, most of all, French . Their fourth album and US-debut was described by the critics as a mixture of , , , and 'something so far off Broadway it's on the moon'. The group released four studio albums and four concert DVDs between 1994 & 2010. They returned in 2018 with fifth studio album, Dhorimviskha.
The Japanese band name is translated as Hundred Sights of Kōenji (Tokyo district). There is no standard way of romanizing this name, often appearing as Koenji Hyakkei or Koenjihyakkei, less commonly KoenjiHyakkei, Koenji-Hyakkei. Most of the lyrics are performed in the unknown language, reminiscent of 's Kobaïan. There are few words shorter than four letters and almost no repeated words in any phrases. Some spelling conventions and pronunciations vary between songs and albums.
Current members:
vocals
reeds, vocals
keyboards, vocals
bass, vocals
drums, vocals
Real Name
- Ɔ௺پٯ
Name Vars
- Koenji Hyakkei
- Koenji-Hyakkei
- Ɔ௺پٯ
Members
- AH
- Tatsuya Yoshida
- Kubota Aki
- Ryuichi Masuda
- Jin Harada
- Kengo Sakamoto
- Keiko Komori
- Akio Izumi
- Taku Yabuki
- Kyoko Yamamoto
Summary by Nikita
Comments
2023-04-13
anyone notice how quiet the last track is? i feel they probably got the unmastered mix by accident, whoops.
2023-04-12
I bought this one off Yoshida-san before the Lexington London gig - in full video here https://youtu.be/TTWOG02l9_4
2023-04-11
I find some Hermeto Pascoal things happening here... So....
GREAT!!!!!!!!!
GREAT!!!!!!!!!
2023-04-10
?????????
2023-04-10
Another awesome Koenjihyakkei album!They are extraordinary!
2023-04-09
What genre is this considered?
2023-04-09
35:20 CHICKEN LITTLE CHICKEN LITTLE
2023-04-09
Can't believe I didn't hear about this until today.
2023-04-08
개지린다
2023-04-07
Reminds me of Ink Theory from Splatoon.
2023-04-07
Koenji iss de hundin!
2023-04-06
Fabuleusement étrange
Merci à la chaîne hygiène mentale
Merci à la chaîne hygiène mentale
2023-04-05
i don't like to show off, but others who love this band as much as i do might appreciate this fanboy moment: in Tokyo, late 2019, i bought this CD directly from Yoshida at a Ruins show. told him (JP) i've loved his music for a long time, and got him to autograph a drumstick. it was the most starstruck i've ever been!
2023-04-04
do they tour actively in japan?
2023-04-03
Viva Koenji!
2023-04-02
I disovered Kouenji Hyakkei today, this is the third or fourth album I listen to. Epic.
2023-04-02
Yoshida's singing/monologue at the end of Dhorimviskha is powerful.
2023-04-01
Génial !!!
