88Kasyo Junrei

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88Kasyo Junrei
八十八ヶ所巡礼
Also known as88Kasyo
OriginTokyo, Japan[1]
GenresProgressive, psychedelic, alternative, hard rock, heavy metal
Years activeOctober 8, 2006 (October 8, 2006)–present[2]
LabelsPPR (Psychedelic Progressive Revolution)[3][4]
Website88kasyo.com
Members
  • Margaret Hiroi
  • Katzuya Shimizu
  • Kenzo

88Kasyo Junrei (Japanese: 八十八ヶ所巡礼, Hepburn: Hachi-jū Hachi Kasho Junrei) is a Japanese rock band formed on October 8, 2006.[2] They consist of vocalist and bassist Margaret Hiroi, guitarist Katzuya Shimizu and drummer Kenzo. The name, which means "pilgrimage to eighty-eight places," is reminiscent of the Shikoku pilgrimage. Their music combines elements of jam band,[5] heavy metal, alternative, psychedelic and progressive rock styles. All lyrics are written by Hiroi[6][7][8] and often contain references to religion, such as Buddhism or Shinto,[7] and different yōkai.[9] All albums are released through their own label, PPR.[3][8]

The mascot character, who appears on numerous album covers, was created by Japanese animator Takashi Taniguchi and nicknamed "pilgrim" (オヘンロさん, o-henro-san).[2][10]

They performed outside of Japan for the first time at Eurockéennes Music Festival in France, on July 7, 2019.[11]

Members[]

Current[]

  • Margaret Hiroi (マーガレット廣井) – vocals, bass and lyrics (2006–present)
Described on the official site as "the bassist, singer and the gang's mastermind" (Ba.と歌と主犯格)
A native of Yoshida (now Uwajima, Ehime).[12]
Started playing the bass in junior high school, describing that time as "practicing until midnight and listening to music all night long."[13]
Briefly played in Green Milk from the Planet Orange until their disbandment in 2008.[14] Also provided bass for the track "Alice" on the 2017 album Bootleg by Kenshi Yonezu.[15][16]
Has named Ningen Isu as one of the artistic influences, the two bands have also performed together once in 2014. Other favorite artists include King Crimson and Eastern Youth.[6][12][13]
The notable bass guitar design used in most of the band's first videos is a custom-made "Alien" model, crafted by Japanese guitar maker Nobuaki Hayashi (Atlansia).[17][18][19]
  • Katzuya Shimizu - guitar (2006–present)
Described on the official site as "the guitarist, staff officer and acting coach" (Gt.と参謀と演技指導)
Learned classical piano as a child and started playing the guitar at age 15. Cites Steve Vai and Van Halen as the main influences on his playing style.[20]
Outside of band activities, he is giving guitar lessons and participating in recordings of other projects.[20][21] Has provided guitar for the soundtracks of Nights of Azure and various Atelier video games by Gust.[22][23]
  • Kenzo (賢三) - drums (2006–present)
Described on the official site as "the drummer, gangster and the one who chuckles" (Dr.と極道と含み笑い)
A native of Ehime prefecture, Shikoku island.[5]
Started playing the drums in 5th grade. Named X Japan as having been one of the favorite bands to play to during his high school years.[5]
Since 2019, he has also been playing in a band named Girigiri no Kagiri (限り限りの限り).[24]

Discography[]

Studio albums[]

List of albums, with selected chart positions
Title Album details Track listing Peak positions
JPN
Oricon
[25]
Hachi tasu Hachi (八+八, "8 plus 8")
  • Released: August 18, 2010 (JPN)
  • Label: PPR
  • Formats: CD (PPR-1004)
16 tracks
 —
Syg88 (SYG88)
  • Released: August 18, 2011 (JPN)
  • Label: PPR
  • Formats: CD (PPR-1006)
8 tracks
 188
◯△☐
  • Released: August 8, 2012 (JPN)
  • Label: PPR
  • Formats: CD (PPR-1008)
8 tracks
 76
0088
  • Released: September 11, 2013 (JPN)
  • Label: PPR
  • Formats: CD (PPR-1009)
8 tracks
 89
Kōgeki-teki Kokumin-teki Ongaku (攻撃的国民的音楽, "Aggressive National Music")
  • Released: August 8, 2014 (JPN)
  • Label: PPR
  • Formats: CD (PPR-1011)
8 tracks
 64
Nihon (日本, "Japan")
  • Released: August 18, 2015 (JPN)
  • Label: PPR
  • Formats: CD (PPR-1013)
9 tracks
 45
Tōkyō (凍狂, "Tokyo")
  • Released: August 18, 2018 (JPN)
  • Label: PPR
  • Formats: CD (PPR-1014)
9 tracks
 30
Genma Taisai (幻魔大祭, "Grand Festival of Demons")
  • Released: August 18, 2021 (JPN)
  • Label: PPR
  • Formats: CD/DVD (PPR-1015)
9 tracks
 —
"—" denotes items that did not chart.

Live albums[]

List of video albums, with selected chart positions
Title Album details Peak positions
JPN
Oricon
[25]
1010 (-1010-)
  • Released: 2014 (JPN)
  • Label: PPR
  • Formats: СВ (PPR-1010)
 —
0567 (0567, can be read as "ko-ro-na")
  • Released: 2020 (JPN)
  • Label: PPR
  • Formats: CD (PPR-0567)
 —
"—" denotes items that did not chart.

Extended plays[]

List of extended plays, with selected chart positions
Title Album details Track listing Peak positions
JPN
Oricon
[25]
1st E.P (ファーストE.P)
  • Released: April 29, 2009 (JPN)
  • Label: PPR
  • Formats: CD (PPR-1001)
4 tracks
 —
1st mini album (ファースト・ミニ・アルバム)
  • Released: August 8, 2009 (JPN)
  • Label: PPR
  • Formats: CD (PPR-1002)
6 tracks
 —
"—" denotes items that did not chart.

Singles[]

List of singles, with selected chart positions
Title Album details Track listing Peak positions
JPN
Oricon
[25]
"1st maxi single" (ファースト・マキシ・シングル)
  • Released: October 28, 2009 (JPN)
  • Label: PPR
  • Formats: CD (PPR-1003)
3 tracks
 —
"Armageddon Fest." (幻魔大祭)
  • Released: May 1, 2020 (JPN)
  • Label: PPR
  • Formats: Digital
1 track
 —
"—" denotes items that did not chart.

Videos[]

Video albums[]

List of video albums, with selected chart positions
Title Album details Peak positions
JPN
Oricon
[25]
Kōgeki-teki Kokumin-teki Ongakusai (攻撃的国民的音楽祭, "Aggressive National Music Festival")
  • Released: 2015 (JPN)
  • Label: PPR
  • Formats: DVD (PPR-1012)
 —
"—" denotes items that did not chart.

Music videos[]

Song Director Releases
"Butsumetsu Torishunā" (仏滅トリシュナー) YouTube
  • Released: August 17, 2010 (INT)
"Palama Jipang" (PALAMA・JIPANG) YouTube
  • Released: August 17, 2011 (INT)
"Reikai Nūbō" (霊界ヌ〜ボ〜♨) YouTube
  • Released: June 3, 2012 (INT)
"Kuru Kuru Nenbutsu" (苦苦★念仏) Takashi Taniguchi[26] YouTube
  • Released: September 11, 2013 (INT)
"Kōgeki-teki Kokumin-teki Ongaku" (攻撃的国民的音楽) Taro Maruyama[27] YouTube
  • Released: July 9, 2014 (INT)
"Zetsumyō Sigma" (絶妙Σ) YouTube
  • Released: August 17, 2015 (INT)
"Shikō" (紫光) YouTube
  • Released: December 9, 2016 (INT)
"Kindonichi" (金土日) Mani Kato[28] YouTube
  • Released: February 3, 2017 (INT)
"Yūrakuchō-sen" (幽楽町線) Taro Maruyama[27] YouTube
  • Released: July 21, 2017 (INT)
"Tōkyō" (凍狂) Mani Kato[28] YouTube
  • Released: December 26, 2017 (INT)
"Nō no Ōkoku" (脳の王国) Taro Maruyama[27] YouTube
  • Released: June 26, 2018 (INT)
"Jove Jove" (JOVE JOVE) Mani Kato[28] YouTube
  • Released: July 5, 2019 (INT)
"M.O.Eight" (M.O.8) Taro Maruyama[27] YouTube
  • Released: November 15, 2019 (INT)
"Kyōkan Dekinai" (狂感できない) Mani Kato[28] YouTube
  • Released: December 24, 2019 (INT)
"Genma Taisai (Album Version)" (幻魔大祭(Album Version)) Mani Kato YouTube
  • Released: July 2, 2021 (INT)

Guest appearances[]

Track Release Release artist
11. "Shikō" (紫光, "Purple Light") feat. Margaret (摩阿訶烈音) from 88Kasyo Junrei
  • Lyrics: Margaret Hiroi[8]
  • Music: DJ Rokugatsu (DJ6月)
 Batten Shāku (バッテンシャーク, "X Shark")
  • Released: June 17, 2015 (JPN)
  • Label: Low High Who?
  • Format: CD (LHWCD-0031),[29] digital download
 DJ Rokugatsu
10. "Pilgrim" (ピルグリム) by 88Kasyo Junrei Tribute to The Band Apart (tribute to the band apart)
  • Released: September 19, 2018 (JPN)
  • Label: Pony Canyon
  • Format: CD (PCCA-04705),[31] digital download

Peaked at 22 on the Oricon Albums Chart[32]

Various
9. "Kata Kamuna!" (肩噛むな！, "Don't Bite My Shoulder!") by Ie no Mae de Gorira ga Shinderu (家の前でゴリラが死んでる, "A Dead Gorilla In Front Of Your House") Onryо̄ o Agete Kike Tako!! Onryо̄ o Agero Tako! Nani Utatten no ka Zenzen Wakannē n da yo!! Original Compilation Album (音量を上げて聴けタコ!! ～音量を上げろタコ！なに歌ってんのか全然わかんねぇんだよ!! オリジナルコンピレーションアルバム～)
  • Released: October 3, 2018 (JPN)
  • Label: Kioon Music　
  • Format: CD + DVD (KSCL-3110/1), CD (KSCL-3112), digital download[33]

Peaked at 56 on the Oricon Albums Chart[34]

"Ao no Sekai" (青の世界, "World of Blue") by 88Kasyo Junrei Parade III -Respective Tracks of Buck-Tick- (PARADE III ～RESPECTIVE TRACKS OF BUCK-TICK～)
  • Released: January 29, 2020 (JPN)
  • Label: Victor Entertainment
  • Format: CD (VICL-70243)[35]

Acting performances[]

Appeared as a fictional band Ie no Mae de Gorira ga Shinderu (家の前でゴリラが死んでる), with singer Mayako Shimizu (清水麻八子) as the vocalist[37][38]

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