LOVE&PEACE

LOVE&PEACE "LOVE&PEACE" Album Introduction:
The "band boom" that swept the Japanese music scene from the late 1980s through the mid-1990s. Amid the frenzy that saw countless bands emerge and define the era, LOVE&PEACE stood out from the crowd with their distinct personality and universal appeal.
Thirty-five years after their formation, their only album, "LOVE&PEACE," is finally available for digital download. Listeners who hear this album will once again experience the special radiance they exuded within the scene of that era.
For those who were deeply immersed in the music of that era, we hope you'll nod in recognition at the unique atmosphere and feel of the '80s and '90s, thinking, "That's right." And for younger generations unfamiliar with that era, we hope you'll discover the charm of high-quality J-POP rooted in R&B and soul-a sound that never fades with trends or the passage of time. Within it lie melodies that resonate across the ages and songs filled with sincerity.
Just as LOVE&PEACE was about to take off, vocalist Koichi Koiwa passed away suddenly. That abrupt farewell cut short the band's journey and musical evolution before they could carry them into the future. However, the songs they left behind were never lost; instead, they've been given new life in this new era of digital distribution.
Now, being able to share their music with the world in this way is a great joy for music fans and can truly be called a miracle brought about by the times.
Track Topic
"Joke & Joke":
"Joke & Joke," the fourth track on the album, is a gem of a ballad written and composed by BORO. Originally written for singer Ruriko Ogami, Koichi Koiwa-deeply captivated by the song-approached BORO himself with great enthusiasm to plead his case. This is the story of how the song came to be included in LOVE&PEACE's repertoire.
The melody, which blends melancholy and warmth, and the lyrics brimming with humanity, truly embody the essence of BORO's world. This precious take, included in this album, is sure to bring listeners a sense of wonder and emotion, as if they've discovered a long-buried "treasure."

"LOVE&PEACE" is a one-of-a-kind album delivered to us across 35 years. Its music remains as fresh as ever, continuing to resonate quietly yet powerfully in our hearts.