Universal Music LLC (Head Office: Shibuya-ku, Tokyo; President and CEO: Fujikura Nao / hereinafter referred to as Universal Music) is a company that includes Lawson Entertainment Inc. (Head Office: Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo; President and CEO: Noguchi Toru ) will be releasing a capsule toy from BOØWY, the first domestic artist to be planned and produced in collaboration with ) and will be releasing the seventh installment of the Pins Capsule Toy series “THE ARTIST COLLECTION” from Friday, February 14th.
The popular Pins Capsule Toy series “THE ARTIST COLLECTION” features an album cover and logo design for overseas artists. Starting Friday, February 14th, BOØWY capsule toys will begin selling as the seventh installment of the series at HMV (20 stores), gashacoco, Gashapon department stores, and at capsule toy corners nationwide. (※The release date may vary depending on the store.)
The first release of “THE ARTIST COLLECTION” has been released in June 2024, and so far, three artists (THE BEATLES/QUEEN/DAVID BOWIE) have been released, and two artists (The Rolling Stones/KISS) have been released in June 2024. The legendary legendary version is with BON JOVI in the third installment, AEROSMITH in the fourth installment, and the fifth installment is with four artists (THE BEATLES/Guns N’ Roses/The Rolling Stones 2nd installment/DAVID BOWIE 2nd installment), and the sixth installment is with THE WHO. We are releasing Pins Capsule Toys by foreign artists. This seventh installment features the legendary band “BOØWY”, who has revolutionized the Japanese rock scene, and is the first domestic artist in the series. They were active in the 1980s and produced numerous hit songs and still have an impact on many artists. Their music also captivates many fans with their energetic, innovative sounds and lyrics that resonate with the listeners, and continues to have a universal appeal that is loved throughout the ages.
This time, capsule toy will feature a total of 10 different types, including original albums from “BOØWY”, live albums, cover designs and logos for the 7inch box set. Pin badges (pins) are stored inside the capsule along with a special backing board, making them perfect for collection.
Overview of “THE ARTIST COLLECTION” 7th installment
■Product: Pin Badge (Pins)
■Size: Approx. 25 x 25mm
■Materials: Epoxy resin, white iron, iron
■Price: 400 yen per session (tax included)
■Planning/Producing: Universal Music LLC/Lawson Entertainment Co., Ltd.
“MORAL” (1982)
“INSTANT LOVE” (1983)
“BOΦWY” (1985)
“JUST A HERO” (1986)
“BEAT EMOTION” (1986)
“PSYCHOPATH” (1987)
“GIGS” JUST A HERO TOUR 1986″ (1986)
“LAST GIGS” (1988)
“BOΦWY Special 7inch Box” (2021)
BOΦWY LOGO
More than 10 types
[Stores that carry it]
・HMV (20 stores)
・gashacoco
・Gashapon department store
・Other capsule toy corner
*Some stores are not available at Gashacoco and Gashapon department stores.
*Release dates may vary depending on the store.
************************************************** *************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************
◎BOØWY Profile
BOØWY is a rock band that was active from 1981 to 1988 by Himuro Kyosuke (Vo), Hotei Tomoyasu (G), Matsui Tsunematsu (※) (B), and Takahashi Makoto (Ds). He is a unique and charismatic favorite that has quickly run through Shinjuku Loft, Shibuya Public Hall, Nippon Budokan and Tokyo Dome, and has many followers from artists. He made his record debut in 1982 with the album “MORAL.” He made a big hit in 1986 with his fourth album, “JUST A HERO.” The hit of the single “B・BLUE” released in the same year caused a band boom all over Japan. He has six original albums left.
The symbol “Ø (empty set)” in the band name of BOØWY means “does not belong anywhere, do not want to resemble anyone.” In 1986, Himuro Kyosuke successfully performed at the Nippon Budokan, known for his famous MC “Welcome to the Live House Budokan!”, and established himself as the No. 1 rock band in both name and reality. On December 24, 1987, at the height of popularity, they suddenly announced their disbandment at Shibuya Public Hall. The final stage was “LAST GIGS” held at Tokyo Dome, which was just completed on April 4th and 5th, 1988. Its popularity became a social phenomenon, with ticket purchases causing telephone lines to be flattened. Their first best album, THIS BOØWY, released in 1998, has sold over 2.2 million copies despite being 10 years since their disbandment. The band has continued to cause the BOØWY phenomenon many times, including experiencing sales incredible ways without the band being present.
(※Current artist name is Matsui Tsunematsu)
◎official site
www.universal-music.co.jp/boowy/
