The momentum from this carried on with the single "NEVER POP ENOUGH e.p." which quickly climbed up the independent CD charts of various shops in Japan. Around a month later, they released their first mini-album "HOWLING SYMPHONY OF..." which both rapidly climbed the charts and received critical acclaim from the music press. After this, the band started to tour more extensively, thanks to various offers from bands within the Japanese alternative music scene. They then released their second single "FIRESTARTER" which was released in 2000 and then followed it up with the full-length album "ALL YOU CAN EAT" along with involvement in various compilation albums and split mini-albums with various independent groups while still releasing their own albums and singles.
In August 2003, three of the four original members of BEAT CRUSADERS left the band, leaving behind only Hidaka. He quickly recruited four new members, who form the current line-up of the group. The three members that left went on to form ANITA CHILI PEPPERS. The current line-up of the band is: ヒダカトオル (Hidaka Tooru) - Vocal & Guitar, クボタマサヒコ (Kubota Masahiko) - Bass, カトウタロウ (Kato Taro) - Guitar, マシータ (Mashiita, Maseeta) - Drums and ケイタイモ (Keitaimo) - Keyboard.
In 2004, the group was finally catapulted into the major-label music scene, thanks to the release of the song "HIT IN THE USA" which was used as the opening theme for the anime "BECK: Mongolian Chop Squad" and also allowed a number of their songs to be covered in the same anime. They have also had the song "TONIGHT,TONIGHT,TONIGHT" used in the anime "BLEACH" and in 2006 they made their first American appearance, thanks to the song "Hey×2 Look×2" which was used as the opening theme song to the Nicktoons animated series "Kappa Mikey".
Confirmation from Toru Hidaka that Beat Crusaders Broke-up 4th September, 2010.
Arakism
BEAT CRUSADERS Lyrics
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Hippy, Hoppy, London Boots
Harenchi, Infure Go-go Dance
Mamas to papas To Black Sabbath
Wasi no bottom Ha Hell-bottom
Ikuze
One,two, fuck you
Super liar comes from 70's
Super liar comes from 70's
The song "Arakism" by BEAT CRUSADERS is an infectious and energetic blend of rock, punk, and pop culture nostalgia. The lyrics appear to be a tribute to the rebellious and carefree spirit of the 1970s, a time when society was undergoing a significant cultural revolution. The song is full of references to various iconic figures and trends of the era, such as the Hippy movement, the punk influenced fashion statement of the "London boots", the provocative and sassy go-go dance, and the music of the Mamas and Papas and Black Sabbath. But amidst all these seemingly chaotic and frivolous elements, there is a deeper message hidden beneath the surface. The phrase "Wasi no bottom ha Hell-bottom" roughly translates to "Bottom of selfishness is hell-bottom", which appears to be a warning against the dangers of rampant individualism and self-centeredness that characterized the era.
Despite the underlying social commentary, the overall tone of the song is fun, upbeat, and celebratory. The refrain "Super liar comes from 70's" is repeated twice towards the end, suggesting that the energy and spirit of rebellion that defined the era is still alive and well, even if it takes on different forms in the present. Overall, "Arakism" is a catchy and playful ode to a bygone era, and a reminder that music has the power to transcend time and connect us to the past.
Line by Line Meaning
Super liar comes from 70's
Deception and falsehood have been present in society since the 1970s and still exist today.
Hippy, Hoppy, London Boots
Referencing the fashion trends of the time, representing the free-spirited nature of the 70s counterculture.
Harenchi, Infure Go-go Dance
The provocative and erotic dancing of the time, expressing the liberal and open-minded attitude towards sexuality during the 70s.
Mamas to papas To Black Sabbath
The diverse range of music listened to during the 70s, from folk rock to heavy metal, representing the cultural and musical evolution of that time period.
Wasi no bottom Ha Hell-bottom
Translation from Japanese: The appearance of revealing clothing and skin was prevalent during the 70s, representing the rise of individual expression and rebellion against cultural norms.
Ikuze
Let's go, a call to action and adventure.
One,two, fuck you
The nonchalant and carefree attitude towards authority and societal norms during the 70s. An expression of rebellion and individualism.
Contributed by Jacob A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.