FIRST CONTACT is the epic new project led by Japan's RYU, best known as the creative force behind cyber-trance metal innovators BLOOD STAIN CHILD.

Free from the constraints of genre, the project boldly goes where progressive rock structures, metal hooks, expansive synth work and cinematic atmosphere collide.

Joining the audio voyage are special recruits Sawa (bassist of all-girl Japanse metal band Aldious), plus MaoMao and TanTan, who provide smooth and soaring vocals when the tracks are not unfolding as instrumental masterpieces.

EARTH NATION is the group's first international release and includes full English lyric sheets, the story behind each song printed in English, as well as the members' photos and digital signatures included within the booklet.