The Runaways were an all-female teenage American rock band that recorded and performed in the second half of the 1970s. Live in Japan is a 1977 live album from The Runaways. The album "Live in Japan" was originally released only in Japan, and some other regions including; Canada, Australia, New Zealand and the Netherlands. It was not intended for release in the United States or the United Kingdom.
"Live in Japan" comes in a gatefold cover when opened shows a large poster like photo of the Runaways band.
Album Description:
This is the French release of the album "Runaways - Live in Japan" is a live recording of a concert by the American all-female rock band The Runaways, which took place on 25 June 25 at the Tokyo Koseinenkin Hall in Japan. The sound quality of the recording is generally good, with the vocals and instruments coming through clearly, although there are some moments where the recording sounds a bit muffled or distorted. The band's energy and enthusiasm are evident throughout the album, with lead singer Cherie Currie's powerful vocals and the driving guitar riffs of Joan Jett and Lita Ford creating an electrifying atmosphere. |
Music Genre: Girlie Rock , Hard Rock |
Record Label: Mercury 9100 046 |
Album Packaging: Gatefold/FOC (Fold Open Cover) Album Cover Design, Kim Fowley Productions. Kenth Smithe |
Vinyl Media Format: 12" Vinyl LP Record |
Year and Country 1977 Made in France |
Complete Track Listing of: RUNAWAYS LIVE IN JAPAN |
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