Nico in Tokyo

by Nico

Nico in Tokyo cover art
  • Type: Album
  • Released: 1986
  • Label: Dojo
  • Country: Germany
  • Length: 54:50
  • Community rating: 3.9/5 from 3 ratings

Album Notes & Community Reviews

Captured during a rare tour of Japan towards the end of her life, this recording features the enigmatic singer performing alongside the backing band The Faction. Stripped of the elaborate production of her studio albums, the performance highlights the stark, haunting resonance of her harmonium and distinctive baritone delivery.

Genres

Descriptors: alienation, minimalistic, atmospheric, live, funereal

Tracklist

  1. My Heart Is Empty (5:20)
  2. Purple Lips (4:23)
  3. Tananore - Live (4:21)
  4. Janitor Of Lunacy (4:06)
  5. You Forget To Answer (3:09)
  6. 60/40 (6:38)
  7. My Funny Valentine (4:02)
  8. All Tomorrow's Parties (2:56)
  9. Das Lied Vom Einsamen Madchen (6:29)
  10. Femme Fatale (4:04)
  11. The End (9:18)

Credits

  • Nilesh Patel - lacquer cut by
  • Simon Ratcliffe - written-by
  • Cherokee - backing vocals
  • Mandy Senior - backing vocals
  • Ty - backing vocals
  • JC Chasez - vocals [main vocal]

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