In 1999, Polysics released their first albums 1st P and A.D.S.R.M! on the independent label DECKREC Records. Just after the release of 1st P their bassist, known only as “POLY-2”, left. The band dropped the “POLY- X ” names, and reduced to a trio, with new member Fumi on Bass Support on some of the tracks from Neu . In 1999, Asian Man Records released their US debut album, Hey! Bob! My Friend! to rave reviews, but weak sales. The album was a compilation of tracks from their first two Japanese releases. In 2000, Polysics signed to Ki/oon Records (a subsidiary of Sony Music Japan Inc.) and released their first major album Neu . The album carried with it the same manic energy as their independent releases but more refined. On the 2001 album Eno , synthesizers became more prevalent in the mix, but the songs still had an intense punk -like energy. For this album, Fumi applied as a full member, returning Polysics to a quartet . 2002 saw the release of the album For Young Electric Pop , Polysics’ attempt at a pop album. The manic punk energy was minimized, but the band showed it had an amazing sense of harmony and style.
Released first albums on DECKREC Records
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