![]() ![]() In Hiroyuki's words, Polysics is inspired by 'the spirit of Devo.' Obvious references to Devo have been made in Polysics videos, and songs. The manic punk energy was minimized, but the band showed it had an amazing sense of harmony and style. 2002 saw the release of the album For Young Electric Pop, Polysics' attempt at a pop album. For this album, Fumi applied as a full member, returning Polysics to a quartet. On the 2001 album Eno, Synthesizers became more prevalent in the mix, but the songs still had an intense punk-like energy. ![]() The album carried with it the same manic energy as their independent releases but more refined. In 2000, Polysics signed to Ki/oon Records (a subsidiary of Sony Music Japan Inc.) and released their first major album Neu. ![]() The album was a compilation of tracks from their first two Japanese releases. In 1999, Asian Man Records released their US debut album, Hey! Bob! My Friend! to rave reviews, but weak sales. The band dropped the 'POLY- X' names, and reduced to a trio, with new member Fumi on Bass Support on some of the tracks from Neu. Just after the release of 1st P their bassist, known only as 'POLY-2', left. In 1999, Polysics released their first albums 1st P and A.D.S.R.M! on the independent label DECKREC Records. ![]()
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