British art rock band
Japan was formed in 1974 in Lewisham, South London, England with original members
David Sylvian (vocals, guitar),
Mick Karn (bass guitar, saxophone),
Richard Barbieri (keyboards),
Rob Dean (guitar), and
Steve Jansen (percussion). Dean left the band in 1981, before the recording of Japan's final album,
Tin Drum. Japan began playing
glam rock, influenced by
David Bowie, The
New York Dolls and
Motown. Japan debuted on record with 1978's
Adolescent Sex and subsequently
Obscure Alternatives, which both sold well in the nation of Japan, though nowhere els…
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