Based on a technical sound that combines the rush of thrash metal and the brutality of death metal, Kototsuko has an extreme sound that roars out Japanese lyrics themed around the romance of samurai in a death voice. To commemorate the 15th anniversary of the debut of “The Brutal King of Kawagoe”, we have announced that we will simultaneously release a best album and a collection of rare recordings on December 18th!
The first best collection released to commemorate the 15th anniversary of their debut is “Retributive Justice” (3rd album: 2015), “Where Warriors Once Dreamed a Dream” produced by the current members. (4th album: 2016), “Semizu no Jin – The Final Stand” (5th album: 2018), “Yomi Gaheri – Back From The Underworld” (6th album: 2023), plus selections released in 2009 Contains re-recorded songs from “Mouryou” (1st album) and “Legend of Shadow” (2nd album) released in 2013.
Hiroki Akita’s drumming, which requires a lot of effort but is heavy and resounding, develops rapidly, Keiichi Enjouji’s solid guitar, which spins furiously fast playing and melodious phrases, and the driving force is the terrifying growl and transcendental slapping bass. Haruo Takahata’s vocals and bass work together to produce a unique, extreme sound with an outstanding driving feel. In addition, the songs’ titles and lyrics are a mix of kanji and kana, which amplifies the ominous nature, and the Japanese costumes, all of which allow us to reaffirm their unique originality. This is the best album for everyone from beginners to enthusiasts!
The second release commemorating the 15th anniversary of their debut, the Rare Collection is full of treasures: 1 new song, 1 non-album song, 1 re-recording, 3 demos, and 5 live songs.
“Funeral before death”, which strongly proclaims “Kono Rega Garano Ima Kita proof”, unfolds like an avalanche from a groovy intro, and shows off their new innovation with an impressive catchy riffwork. A new song that embodies this. The instrumental “Into the Hachigata Castle”, a song not included in the album, has a medium tempo, orthodox heavy metal sound that is rare for them, and is a great song that lets you feel the backbone of the band.
The re-recorded “Martyr – Jyunkyousha” is a song included in “Mouryou” and is often played live, making it a familiar song to fans. The three demo songs are two songs from “Retributive Justice” and one song from “Yomi Gaheri – Back From The Underworld.” You can enjoy a different approach from the final version, such as arrangements and guitar solos. Furthermore, the band’s first live 5 songs were recorded in Iwaki and Kashiwa immediately after the release of “Semizu no Jin – The Final Stand”, and you can enjoy the high level of rough-hewn yet flawless performance and the exhilaration unique to live performances. I can. This is a collection of rare sound sources that enthusiasts will covet!
The analog version of the best collection, which is the third release to commemorate the 15th anniversary of the debut, is produced by the current members. In addition to selections from “Jin – The Final Stand” and “Yomi Gaheri – Back From The Underworld,” 3 songs from “Mouryo” released in 2009 and “Legend of Shadow” released in 2013 are rerecorded. -Ding, and also includes one new song and one song not included in the album. The content is slightly different from the CD released at the same time.
▼Release information
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CD
“Bloodstained Journey ~ The Best Collection”
2024.12.18 ON SALE!!
BTH-110／￥3,300 (tax included)
(BTH RECORDS)
1. Prayer Of Vengence
2. Kawagoe No Zagyakuou
3. Into the Jaws of Death
4. Please share the buzz – Zehi Ni Oyobazu
5. Time To Strike Back
6. Where Warriors Once Dreamed a Dream
7. Civilizations And Wars
8. Insane Battlefield
9. When My Blood Boils
10. God Of Plagues
11. Departure Lullaby
12. Bloodstained Journey
CD
“Like a Whirlwind ~ The Rare Collection”
2024.12.18 ON SALE!!
BTH-111／￥3,300 (tax included)
(BTH RECORDS)
1. Funeral before death (New Song)
2. Martyr – Jyunkyousha (Re-Recording 2024)
3, Treacherous Reward (DEMO)
4. Retributive Justice (DEMO)
5. When My Blood Boils (DEMO)
6. Into the Jaws of Death (LIVE)
7. Civilizations And Wars (LIVE)
8. Like a Whirlwind (LIVE)
9. Miburo’s Sword (LIVE)
10. Where Warriors Once Dreamed a Dream (LIVE)
11. Into the Hachigata Castle (Instrumanr|tal / Not Included In The Album)
2LP
“Bloodstained Journey ~ The Best Collection”
2024.12.18 ON SALE!!
BTHR-1001/1002/¥7,480 (tax included)
(BTH RECORDS)
(Side A)
1. Funeral Before Death (New Song)
2. Prayer Of Vengence
(Re-Recording 2004)
3. Kawagoe No Zagyakuou
(Re-Recording 2004)
(Side B)
1. Into the Jaws of Death
2. Please share the buzz – Zehi Ni Oyobazu
3. Time To Strike Back
(Side C)
1. Where Warriors Once Dreamed a Dream
2. Civilizations And Wars
3. Insane Battlefield
(Side D)
1. Martyr – Jyunkyousha (Re-Recording 2004)
2. When My Blood Boils
3. God Of Plagues
4. Into the Hachigata Castle (Instrumental / Not Included On The Album)
