7 Samurai Sessions -We're Kavki Boiz- [Regular Edition]

the kavki boiz are great. this release is very nice, great songs got even better, and with original arrangements.

Miyavi is best known as pure, pounding visual kei J-rock--that's why this sudden departure into the world of hip-hop, funk and surprising yet inviting. This new album puts new spins on his older songs and while the new beats, fun record-scratching and more toned-down guitar work for some songs, others are best left untouched. "Shouri no V-ROCK!!" is an example of remix done right; the vocals and reinvented beat work with the feel of the song. "Ame ni Utaeba", which always felt out of place on a hard rock album like "Miyavizm", is better on this album; the R&B spin on it, coupled with the more mellow, soul-like singing, brings new life to the song. "Girls be ambitious" is another good remake, along with the laid-back feel of the new "Ashita, Tenki ni Naare". However, "ROCK N ROLL IS NOT DEAD" is better off in its original format--driving guitar and fast paced, screaming vocals. "Kimi ni Negai wo" is also poorly remade; the vocals are shaky and the gorgeous strings downplayed. "Selfish Love" is too long and thus detracts from the original strong impact it used to have. This album, while good, is not one of Myv's best. New fans should start with "Myv Pops" first.