SOUTHERN ALL STARS
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About the so-called "Southern"
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Item number: 90045081
The history of SOUTHERN ALL STARS' failure to quit and the truth behind it.
Southern All Stars is a unique band that celebrated their 45th anniversary since their debut last year in 2023, and continues to be active to this day, announcing the production of a new SOUTHERN ALL STARS album in 2024. They continue to lead the Japanese music scene with their many classic songs.
Music critic Nobuaki Onuki has written in meticulous detail about Southern All Stars' journey from their birth to their rise to national fame, and then their indefinite hiatus to the present day.
This is the definitive book on SOUTHERN ALL STARS, written by Onuki, who has interviewed them at every opportunity for over 40 years and is the only one who has continued to listen to their words. Looking back on the history of Southern All Stars, this book explores their music, their appeal as musicians, and their future. A must-read for music fans.
This book was written based on what I learned and felt from covering SOUTHERN ALL STARS over many years. I was extremely grateful that just as I was nearly finished writing, Kuwata kindly agreed to give me some time to do some additional interviews. All of Kuwata's quotes in the text, except for those where the source is clearly stated, were made from statements I heard directly from him. However, one thing that can be said consistently is that SOUTHERN ALL STARS' "work" is the main focus of this book.
(From the text)
table of contents
Prologue: The Birth of SOUTHERN ALL STARS
Chapter 1: 1978 - The impulse of "Katte ni Sinbad" and the cunning of "Dear Ellie"
Chapter 2: 1981 - The confidence I gained from "MISS BRAND-NEW DAY"
Chapter 3: 1985 - The two-disc masterpiece "KAMAKURA" is the "beginning" of the "end"
Chapter 4: 1987 - 10th Anniversary of Debut: Announcement of the Revival of "Minna no Uta"
Chapter 5: 1991 – Dominating the charts with the sweet and salty "Tears of a Kiss"
Chapter 6: 1995 - The birth of "Manpee's G★SPOT"
Chapter 7: 1999 - The loneliness depicted in the new hit song "TSUNAMI"
Chapter 8: 2003 - Unwavering determination and the development of "Killer Street"
Chapter 9: 2008 - The night of the indefinite hiatus that brought tears to the stadium
Chapter 10: 2019 - "SMILE" in a world where people tend to look down
Final Chapter: 2023 - A sincere message from Kuwata as the band approaches its half-century
Afterword
About the Author
Nobuaki Onuki
Born in Tokyo in 1957. He began writing about music in 1980 for Music Magazine, and has a career spanning over 40 years as a music critic, where he has spent many years weaving words to capture the appeal of SOUTHERN ALL STARS. His books include The Magic of Words in Songs, Kazumasa Oda Document 1998-2011, Mr. Children: Songs of the Signpost, and Noriyuki Makihara's Singing Resume.
Number of pages: 256
Format: 46-size, hardcover, cover binding
ISBN: 9784164010082
Release date: August 21, 2024
Publisher: Suirinsha
*Due to the characteristics of the paper quality and surface treatment used, paper products such as magazines and books may have minor scratches on the surface (including cable tie marks), crushed corners, dirt, scuffs, or frayed edges on the top and bottom of the spine due to friction and vibration during transport from distributors and delivery to customers. These are unavoidable when handling products, so unless they interfere with use, they are not considered to be initial defects. If you notice any misprints or missing pages, please contact our customer service.
*Because the obi, bookmarks, stickers, flyers, etc. that come with magazines, books, music, and video works are "promotional items" that are not included with the product, they may not be included with the same product depending on the time of order or arrival. (When placing an order, we cannot accept requests to confirm or specify whether or not an accessory is included.)
Please note that we cannot accept exchanges, returns or refunds due to the presence or absence of these accessories, or due to defects such as breakage or soiling.
Southern All Stars is a unique band that celebrated their 45th anniversary since their debut last year in 2023, and continues to be active to this day, announcing the production of a new SOUTHERN ALL STARS album in 2024. They continue to lead the Japanese music scene with their many classic songs.
Music critic Nobuaki Onuki has written in meticulous detail about Southern All Stars' journey from their birth to their rise to national fame, and then their indefinite hiatus to the present day.
This is the definitive book on SOUTHERN ALL STARS, written by Onuki, who has interviewed them at every opportunity for over 40 years and is the only one who has continued to listen to their words. Looking back on the history of Southern All Stars, this book explores their music, their appeal as musicians, and their future. A must-read for music fans.
This book was written based on what I learned and felt from covering SOUTHERN ALL STARS over many years. I was extremely grateful that just as I was nearly finished writing, Kuwata kindly agreed to give me some time to do some additional interviews. All of Kuwata's quotes in the text, except for those where the source is clearly stated, were made from statements I heard directly from him. However, one thing that can be said consistently is that SOUTHERN ALL STARS' "work" is the main focus of this book.
(From the text)
table of contents
Prologue: The Birth of SOUTHERN ALL STARS
Chapter 1: 1978 - The impulse of "Katte ni Sinbad" and the cunning of "Dear Ellie"
Chapter 2: 1981 - The confidence I gained from "MISS BRAND-NEW DAY"
Chapter 3: 1985 - The two-disc masterpiece "KAMAKURA" is the "beginning" of the "end"
Chapter 4: 1987 - 10th Anniversary of Debut: Announcement of the Revival of "Minna no Uta"
Chapter 5: 1991 – Dominating the charts with the sweet and salty "Tears of a Kiss"
Chapter 6: 1995 - The birth of "Manpee's G★SPOT"
Chapter 7: 1999 - The loneliness depicted in the new hit song "TSUNAMI"
Chapter 8: 2003 - Unwavering determination and the development of "Killer Street"
Chapter 9: 2008 - The night of the indefinite hiatus that brought tears to the stadium
Chapter 10: 2019 - "SMILE" in a world where people tend to look down
Final Chapter: 2023 - A sincere message from Kuwata as the band approaches its half-century
Afterword
About the Author
Nobuaki Onuki
Born in Tokyo in 1957. He began writing about music in 1980 for Music Magazine, and has a career spanning over 40 years as a music critic, where he has spent many years weaving words to capture the appeal of SOUTHERN ALL STARS. His books include The Magic of Words in Songs, Kazumasa Oda Document 1998-2011, Mr. Children: Songs of the Signpost, and Noriyuki Makihara's Singing Resume.
Number of pages: 256
Format: 46-size, hardcover, cover binding
ISBN: 9784164010082
Release date: August 21, 2024
Publisher: Suirinsha
*Due to the characteristics of the paper quality and surface treatment used, paper products such as magazines and books may have minor scratches on the surface (including cable tie marks), crushed corners, dirt, scuffs, or frayed edges on the top and bottom of the spine due to friction and vibration during transport from distributors and delivery to customers. These are unavoidable when handling products, so unless they interfere with use, they are not considered to be initial defects. If you notice any misprints or missing pages, please contact our customer service.
*Because the obi, bookmarks, stickers, flyers, etc. that come with magazines, books, music, and video works are "promotional items" that are not included with the product, they may not be included with the same product depending on the time of order or arrival. (When placing an order, we cannot accept requests to confirm or specify whether or not an accessory is included.)
Please note that we cannot accept exchanges, returns or refunds due to the presence or absence of these accessories, or due to defects such as breakage or soiling.