Koji Tamaki's vocals are the reason why I bought this album; his voice is very beautiful and rich in tone. He is a very talented vocalist. There are several upbeat songs on this album, but overall it has- (as the previous reviewer mentioned-) many "sorrowful" melodies. My favorite song on the whole album is "Wine red No Kokoro" and "Koi No Yokan"- (the two first songs on the cd.)The melodies lean towards meloncholic (This is why I give it four stars; I was hoping for a more upbeat album-).It has a definite 80's sound to it, which I am enjoying, and it is very easy listening. I never grew up in or lived in Japan, so my viewpoint on it is probably much different than someone who has lived in Japan.I would say it has a soft-rock/easy listening feel to it.If that is what you re looking for then this is a good cd to purchase. Overall, a good cd, glad I found it!