One of the more orthodox albums by the Boom in terms of world influences, but among the best in terms of great songs. Mostly laid back, semi-acoustic, with just the occasional ska excursion.

The group that have probably done more to popularize Okinawan music- although they are not from Okinawa- on an album of mostly re-recorded versions of their best known Okinawan influenced songs. Arguably the originals are superior (Shima Uta) but occasionally better (Hyakuman Tsubu no Namida) Elsewhere original versions are included, and even material from Miyazawa's solo albums, that had an Okinawa connection. Overall, good introduction to one of the best sides of the Boom's work, and a success that helped change Japanese perceptions of Okinawa.


Price:   £18.99

Greatest Hits album, originally compiled for the Latin market, featuring 13 of the Boom's greatest hits, especially the Brazilian, Indonesian and Okinawan influenced songs. With so many Boom compilations available, this one comes right up there with the top recommendations. 1. Timbal Yele 2. Berengkat 3. Shima Uta 4. Human Rush 5. You're My Sunshine. 6. Kaze ni Naritai 7. Tokyo Love 8. Sunano Misaki 9. Far East Samba 10. Kaerokana 11. Tegami 12. Tropicalism 13. E- Ambe.

All the hits from Japan's premier group to incorporate world and Okinawan influences into their music. From their beginnings as a ska influenced group, the popular 'folk' songs, first excursions into Okinawa, the original version of the big hit 'Shima Uta' plus the Indonesian and Brazilian hits, 'Berangkat' and 'Kaze ni Naritai. Comes with Bonus CD of various collaborations and the Okinawa language version of 'Shima Uta', and at present at least, a DVD of two live versions of Shima Uta sung with Argentinian singer Alfredo Caserro.


Price:   £23.99

In October 2000, the Boom released their ninth studio album, 'Lovibe'. Lovibe is probably a more simple affair than the Boom's previous few albums, but once again includes a variety of styles and sounds and some of their strongest ever material. Opening with the sound of a motorbike, the album launches into the rocking and soulful 'I'm in Love with You'. This is followed by the calypso / club feel of 'Kodomo no Yoni', and the light rap of the single cut 'Itsumo to Chigao Basho de'. 'Bossa Nova Swing' adds a club feel to Brazilian bossa nova and is one of Lovibe's standout tracks. In contrast, the album also contains some of songwriter and leader Kazufumi Miyazawa's renowned ballads, such as 'Natsu ga Tomaru' and 'Kuchibue ga Fukenai'. The group show yet another side of their music on the upbeat folk number 'Soko ga Boku no Furasato'. 'I Don't Wanna Say No', combines a light sitar groove with a melodic and powerful chorus, typical of the unusual mixtures the Boom are known for. Probably the music to most influence Kazufumi Miyazawa over recent years has been Brazilian and Latin music, these influences present on various tracks such as the final 'Ten ni Noboru Yona Kimochi'.

Big production of Asian / Okinawan / Rock / Dance/ Brazilian/ pop and more.


Price:   £18.99

Rock band's early hits. Includes ska influenced material, plus the Okinawan million selling single "Shima Uta". 14 tracks.

One of the Boom's best albums. Features Indonesian influences on songs such as E-Ambe, produced by Makoto Kubota, as well as great pop songs.


Price:   £18.99

Superb album of singer 'Miya's' first venture into Brazilian samba. Great songs and a big selling album in Japan. Possibly the Boom's best album and comes highly recommended.

Mini album of remixes of two Boom songs, including Bally Sagoo and Mad Professor. Indonesian gamelan, raggamuffin, tabla combine brilliantly.


Price:   £17.99

More Boom songs with an Indonesian and Brazilian influenced songs remixed by Bally Sagoo, Indonesia's Guest Band and Sly and Robbie.

Superb mix of Brazilian samba, bossa nova, Indonesaian, Okinawan, reggae and soul. Great songs and performance. One of the Boom's best albums, and probably the most radical of their mixtures.


Price:   £18.99

Greatest hits collection from Japan's best rock band, mixing Okinawa and Indonesia with Brazilian samba and bossa. 11 essential tracks including You're My Sunshine, Berengkat, Kaze ni Naritai, Carnaval, Tokyo Love, Tegami.

Second part of greatest hits. Tracks include E-Ambe, Kaeorkana, Motor Pool, It's Glorious. 12 Tracks.


Price:   £18.99

Volume 1 of the Boom's Under the Shining Stars concert tour that took them to various outdoor stages. (DVD)

Volume 2 includes footage from various summer rock festivals. (DVD)


Price:   £22.99