The Blue Hearts were not just a biggie but another one of Japan’s many greats! Although they would become a lot more rock in the later parts of their output, their beginnings were amazingly catchy and positive punk rock; you can hear many early punk rock influences (SLF, Sham 69, Ramones, depending on the song and album), but the most obvious one on this record must be The Clash on side B.
Hito Ni Yasashiku (Be Kind To People) from 1987 was their second release after a single sided flexi in 1985 (still recorded with a different lineup, and not counting a self-released live tape), with a pretty huge output in the following years.
Side A is great, catchy punk rock tune, and as great as it is, I have to admit I like Hammer on Side B even better!
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