Sun Q

IQU | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (September 7, 2004)
• Original Release Date: 2004
• Number of Discs: 1
• Label: Sonic Boom Recordings Inc
• ASIN: B0002QO32I
• Also Available in: Vinyl
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #612,638 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

Track Listings

1. Under the Cherry Blossom

2. The 9th Line

3. Dirty Boy

4. Hamachi

5. Crazy

6. Dr. Caligari

7. Loving You

8. Sun Q

9. Puka

10. A Pile of Cherries

Editorial Reviews

The Stranger

"...the new disc flaunts a glittery patina over its Leftfield disco and Paisley Park funk."

"Offers up a giddy counterpoint to ponderous post-rockers and computer music depressives...Grade: A-"

"...After three years of IQU withdrawal, it's almost too much to handle. Almost."

Product Description

"Sun Q" is IQU’s new foray into pop music. Their trademark experimentation and DIY aesthetic – the kind that won over everyone from white-belt-wearing-hipsters to backpack-hip-hop-heads – remains intact. And now they are ready to add pop music lovers to a growing list of fans.

"Sun Q" finds IQU diving headfirst into the disco of Moroder, the talk box funk of Zapp, the ambience of Eno, the ‘80s new wave of Renegade Soundwave and the pop of Gainsbourg & Hardy. To make things even more interesting, "Sun Q" also includes a cover of Minnie Riperton’s classic "Loving You" on theremin. Those of you with A.D.D. who like a little slow jam with your Ritalin: take note. IQU’s recordings may be refined, but their live shows border on that of two mad scientists in their laboratory trying to concoct the ultimate dance rock symphony.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars really good album, December 2, 2005

By 

Antionette Woolard "prospective music journalist" (Indianapolis, IN USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Sun Q (Audio CD)

The first time I heard IQU I was at a concert for another band but the second they came on stage I was intrigued. The whole hour long set was fantastic and I bought the cd that night at the merchandise table. I left the venue and immediately put it in my car cd player anticipating the creative sound I would hear from the same band I saw on stage just hours before. I was definately pleased by what I heard. I was a little suprised to hear voices because at the show they didn't sing but it was still fantastic. They are truly unique using moog instruments and a keyboard. They are great for dancing to in your car, listening to as you do your homework, or cleaning the house. I recommend everyone to at least give this fantastic band a listen.

2 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Almost a classic - a Japanese-sounding electronica album fans of the genre should love - cheesy at times, though - 4.5 stars, January 5, 2006

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C. Cross - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Sun Q (Audio CD)

IQU's "Sun Q" is a good electronica album which definitely delivers some catchy and fun tunes. Practically every song, except for perhaps "Hamachi", is incredibly entertaining and also very interesting to listen to (they're relatively complex). They use some interesting electronic noises in many of the songs. The girl singer sounds very Japanese and relatively young (though that seems to be a common way of speaking in Japan). The production here is crystal clear, too! Parts of it seem to be a guilty pleasure (parts of "Sun Q" and "The 9th Line", for example), and some of the songs are a little questionable ("Dirty Boy" is one), but the pros definitely outweigh the cons. Electronica fans will probably love this CD. Highly recommended!

Highlights include:

everything except "Hamachi"