Balzac - Paradox

Album: Paradox
Artist: BALZAC
Label: GAN-SHIN

The fact that Balzac shares a long serving close relationship with 'The Mad Capsule Markets', will probably come as no surprise as the same hardcore, punk fusion rhythm is drilled relentlessly into your mind. Not only is the sound similar, but this special collaboration album was fully produced and programmed by The 'Markets' bassist, Takeshi Ueda.

Though not for the faint of heart, the punk fuelled mayhem that ensues over the course of this short 20 minute album, should have those with a taste for some classic 70's punk reaching for the safety pins, pulling on their docs and pogo-ing before this mini album is through. Yet, in addition to the classic raw-ness that gives Paradox a true punk feel, it's the distorted, industrial edge that gives the album just that hint of something extra special, and really gives Balzac a sound that can doubtlessly be called their own.
What truly makes this album worth while though, is the addition of an 18 track bonus DVD, showing you a true glimpse of what this band really have to offer. If the DVD is anything to go by, then an opportunity to see a live performance by this Japanese foursome is definitely something that shouldn't be missed.

Tracklisting:-

Disc 1: CD

Schiz-ism I
Hazard
Paradox
Spiral
Space Vampire In Silence Noise
The Eyes (that see what isn't there)
Shiz-ism II

Disc 2: DVD

'Paradox' music video clips and 'Hatred Lies Deep Inside'

Paradox - Promotional Video
Mini Album 'PARADOX' - promotional video clip

The Shadows Of Daybreak I
Distraction
Swallow In The Dark
Dakedo Sonna Hibi-No Naka-De Boku Ha
Momentary Degeneration
Hurt
Paranoia
Frankenstein's Walk
Destruction=Construction
Tomorrow Never Comes
Justice, Pity and Hatred
The Howling Wolf
Pray
The Shadows Of Daybreak II
Hikari Naki Sekai

[Bonus Material]
Wall