Shinki Chen

The Profile

Born in Yokohama on May 30, 1949. Early participant in 1960s youth bands, member of Powerhouse and later Foodbrain, and credited for the 1971 album Shinki Chen & His Friends. Known for fuzz-heavy guitar, experimental sounds and a cult following among psychedelic/acid rock collectors.

Associated musicians on the 1971 album include George Yanagi (bass), Shinichi Nogi (drums) and Hiro Yanagida (organ). The album is described as seven tracks of acid/psychedelic blues with treated Hammond organ, experimental tape techniques and distinctive vocal timbres; production noted as low-budget but effective. The record is considered a collectors' item and Chen is regarded as a cult artist in Western psych-rock circles.

Shinki Chen is presented as a pioneering Japanese underground guitarist whose 1971 album Shinki Chen & His Friends is a cult collectible. The record mixes acidic blues, fuzz guitar, and treated Hammond organ across seven tracks. Review praises experimental production, vocal delivery and the album's unpredictable, cosmic atmosphere. Rated four stars.