About this album
Where they were
Released on February 16, 2000, 'Super Eurobeat Presents Ayu-ro Mix' was a pivotal moment in Ayumi Hamasaki's career, following her breakout success with the album 'LOVEppears'. At this stage, she had established herself as a leading figure in J-Pop and was exploring new musical territories by collaborating with Eurobeat producers to further enhance her dance music profile.
Why it matters
This album is significant for popularizing Eurobeat in Japan and showcasing Ayumi Hamasaki's versatility as an artist. It reached commercial success, contributing to her status as one of Japan's top-selling female artists and reinforcing the connection between J-Pop and the Eurobeat genre, which influenced subsequent artists.
Essential tracks
- "Fly high (Euro-Power Mix)" — Opening with an electrifying energy, this track exemplifies the upbeat tempo and infectious melodies characteristic of the Eurobeat genre while showcasing Hamasaki’s powerful vocals.
- "Boys & Girls (A Eurosenti Mix)" — This remix captures the playful essence of youth and freedom, blending catchy hooks with a vibrant Eurobeat rhythm that resonates well in dance settings.
- "Trust (A Eurobeat Mix)" — With its emotional lyrics set against an energetic backdrop, this track balances sentimentality with the high-octane production typical of Eurobeat, making it stand out.
Release Date
February 16, 2000
Artist Origin
Japan
Tracklist
- 1 Fly high (Euro-Power Mix) 4:50
- 2 appears (Aggressive Extended Mix) 5:34
- 3 Boys & Girls (A Eurosenti Mix) 5:35
- 4 Depend on you (Eurosenti Mix) 4:03
- 5 monochrome (ayu-ro Extended Mix) 4:22
- 6 too late (Euro-Power Mix) 4:15
- 7 Trauma (Eurobeat Mix) 4:39
- 8 Trust (A Eurobeat Mix) 5:44
- 9 WHATEVER (Sentimental Mix) 5:40
- 10 End roll (ayu-ro Extended Mix) 5:49
- 11 poker face (Eurosenti Mix) 4:01
- 12 YOU (Aggressive Mix) 4:52
- 13 TO BE (Eurobeat Mix) 5:29
- 14 immature (Sweet Mix) 5:32
- 15 kanariya (Power Mix) 5:11
