A late-1960s Japanese band whose debut hit 'Around the World' anchored their sound.
For their mix of rock and folk, start with 'Around the World.' If you want something later in their run, 'SAIL AWAY' has that same textured feel.
They were one of those groups that didn't just copy Western rock, they mixed it with Japanese folk music, which gave their early work a specific feel you don't hear everywhere. 'Around the World' became a hit in Japan, and songs like 'SAIL AWAY' and 'Cherry blossom' show that blend holding up across their catalog. They weren't just passing through; they left a small, distinct pocket of sound from that era.
Move formed in 1967 with guitarist Kiyotaka Sugiyama, bassist Takahiko Ishikawa, drummer Yoshiya Nomura, and vocalist Sam Kasuga. They released albums like 'No No No' in 1968 and '3.4.5.' in 1969, with vocalist Akio Yokoyama joining in 1972 after Kasuga left.
Keep it compact: a lyric you come back to, a live memory, or the part of the catalog you would point someone toward first.
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