A vision of Japanese progressive rock, nestled in melodic lyrics.
A work that symbolizes 80's Japanese progressive rock. A fantastical sound world created by symphonic and intelligent arrangements.
"Community Illusion" is a 1981 work by Japanese progressive rock band Prism, an ambitious work that combines hard fusion with lyrical melodies. The compositional ability and technique are on par with Western progressive rock bands, and the odd time signatures and precise ensemble create an impressive sound. The refreshing guitar and fantastical synthesizer melody invite the listener into a virtual world, embodying the "communal illusion" of the title. It is a work that deserves to be reevaluated as a hidden masterpiece in the history of Japanese progressive rock.
