Murasaki – Murasaki(1976 Japan Hard Rock)Full Album

Murasaki is a seminal Okinawan hard rock band formed in 1970 by keyboardist George Murasaki, known as pioneers of Japanese hard rock and leaders of the 1970s "Okinawan rock" scene. Heavily influenced by Deep Purple, their twin-guitar, organ-driven sound brought them massive local popularity and mainstream success with their 1976 self-titled debut album, which sold 50,000 copies. Key Facts & Biography Formation: Founded in 1970 in Okinawa, Japan, by George Murasaki (keyboards), and brothers Toshio Shiroma (bass) and Masao Shiroma (vocals). Influences & Style: The band's name (meaning "purple" in Japanese) is a direct homage to Deep Purple, often featuring long organ solos, heavy guitar riffs, and English lyrics. Golden Era (1970–1978): They originated in the Okinawa rock scene catering to U.S. military personnel, eventually breaking into the mainland Japanese scene, according to the Murasaki: The Birth of Japanese Hard Rock article. Their popularity was enormous in the early-to-mid 70s, with a high-energy, technically complex sound. Major Releases: Debut album Murasaki (1976), followed by Impact (1977). Disbandment & Reunions: The original lineup disbanded in 1978, with members forming other projects like "Okinawa". The band has reunited multiple times, Double Dealing Woman 00:00 Devil Woman 03:59 Rock And Roll Nightmare 10:07 Lazy 14:52 Do What You Want 21:09 Maze 26:15 Far Away 35:24 Bass – Toshio Shiroma Drums, Vocals – Eiichi Miyanaga Guitar – Kiyomasa Higa, Yukio Shimoji Keyboards – George Murasaki Lead Vocals – Masao Shiroma