Summary: The Japanese rock band Japan released their album The Other Side of Japan in 1991. It was a compilation album and the last of their albums to feature lead singer David Sylvian. The album was a blend of new wave, post-punk, and electronica, showcasing the band’s diverse range of influences. It was also the band’s most successful album.

About the Artist: Japan was a British rock band formed in 1974 in the UK. They were known for their new wave and post-punk sound, as well as their use of electronics and synthesizers. The band’s members included lead singer David Sylvian, bassist Mick Karn, keyboardist Richard Barbieri, and drummer Steve Jansen. They had a successful career in the late 1970s and early 1980s, releasing several albums and singles, before disbanding in 1982.

About the Record: The Other Side of Japan was a departure from the band’s previous albums, as it featured a more experimental and electronic sound. The album was a combination of elements from new wave, post-punk, and electronica, and it showcased the band’s diverse range of influences. It was also their most successful album. This album is a compilation.

About the Cover: The album cover featured a black and white photograph of the band members in a stark, minimalist setting. The cover art was intended to reflect the band’s new direction and sound and was designed by the band’s longtime collaborator, photographer John Swannell.

About the Lyrics and Music: The album featured a mix of new wave and post-punk, as well as electronica, and showcased the band’s diverse range of influences. Tracks included “Television,” “Automatic Gun,” and “Halloween.” The lyrics explored themes of love, loss, and the search for identity, while the music was a mix of moody and atmospheric sounds.

Conclusion: The Other Side of Japan is an essential album for any fan of Japan and post-punk. The album showcases the band’s diverse range of influences and features a mix of new wave, post-punk, and electronica. It also features some of the band’s most memorable tracks and showcases their unique sound and style.

Other Recommendations: Fans of Japan and post-punk should also check out other albums by the band, such as Tin Drum (1981) and Quiet Life (1979). Other similar artists to check out include Talking Heads, Bauhaus, and The Cure.

About the tracklist. Side one:
1. Wish you were black
2. Television
3. The unconventional
4. Transmission
5. Automatic gun
6. Love is infectious
Side two:
1. Sometimes I feel so low
2. The tenant
3. In vogue
4. Halloween
5. A foreign place
6. Don’t rain on my parade.