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One of the album's most memorable moments, melding a danceable, rhythmic swing with aggressive punk undertones.

Reviews frequently describe Second as a "freak show" in the best possible way—unruly, fun, and deeply moving despite its abrasive surface. Midori - Second (album review ) - Sputnikmusic One of the album's most memorable moments, melding

The rhythm section—featuring Yoshitaka Kozeni on drums and Shingo Harada on electric upright bass—maintains a heavy, driving groove that anchors the more chaotic elements. A somber, beautiful closer that winds down the

A somber, beautiful closer that winds down the "sonic mayhem" with emotional, introspective melodies. Critical & Fan Reception it is a manic

Released on April 4, 2007, Second (セカンド) is widely considered the first fully realized full-length statement from the Osaka-based "jazz-punk" outfit . Clocking in at just over 32 minutes, it is a manic, genre-bending explosion that solidified the band’s signature blend of hyper-aggressive hardcore punk and sophisticated swing jazz. The Sonic Landscape: "Jazz-Punk" Chaos

Keyboardist Hajime (Hajimetal) replaces traditional punk guitar leads with "violent sounding" piano lines that range from frantic stabs to beautiful, cascading flourishes.