Eiichi Ohtaki - A Long Vacation
Rock & Roll, Pop Rock, City Pop
NIAGARA 27AH 1234 Japan 1981
US$980~2480
This was Eiichi Ohtaki's masterpiece and a huge hit.
Exquisite sound-making and beautiful melodies that are well-versed in good old American pop.
RSO MWZ 8105/6 Japan 1978
US$980~2280
!It was a hit as the soundtrack for the movie "Saturday Night Fever."
The soundtrack is sprinkled with disco tunes and songs by artists such as Kool & the Gang and KC & the Sunshine Band.
Yellow Magic Orchestra - Solid State Survivor
ALFA ALR-6022 Japan 1980
US$1780~2980
The band that sparked the techno pop boom has released their second album, a timeless masterpiece that shines brightly in the history of Japanese rock pop.
A historic hit album that begins with the familiar "TOKIO" vocoder.
Supertramp - Breakfast In America
A&M AMP-6034 Japan 1979
US$25.12
Media : Excellent (EX), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER
The band's first number one album on the Billboard charts.
Released in 1979, this was the band's sixth album. It was the band's first album to top the Billboard album charts for four consecutive weeks, including the lead single "The Logical Song" and the title track "Breakfast in America," which was re-cut as a single.
Masayoshi Takanaka - Jolly Jive
KITTY MKF 1055 Japan 1979
US$1480~3980
A hit album by guitarist Masayoshi Takanaka, released in the midst of the fusion boom.
This was a huge hit album containing their signature song "BLUE LAGOON."
CBS SONY 27AH 1032 Japan 1980
US$980~2980
Contains 10 songs including hit singles and no throwaways.
While taking advantage of her slightly raspy singing voice, she emphasizes her high, soaring voice. This song vividly expresses the changing seasons.
Yellow Magic Orchestra - Yellow Magic Orchestra
ALFA ALR-6020 Japan 1979
US$980~3480
It sparked a techno boom.
Oriental Electronic Pop
Akina Nakamori - Best Akina Memoires
REPRISE L-12590 Japan 1983
US$379~980
A best album from their debut early days! Includes big hits.
This work is notable for its songs, modern arrangements, and vocals that range from tough to mellow.
Akina Nakamori - Variation (Hensoukyoku)
REPRISE L-12550 Japan 1982
US$580~1230
Her charm blossoms in her second work.
Pop music with a friendly voice.
WARNER BROS P-10130W Japan 1972
US$1480~3480
Speaking of Deep Purple, this is a masterpiece!
Released in 1972, it reached number one in many European countries and reached number seven in the US.
Bruce Springsteen - Born In The USA
CBS SONY 28AP 2850 Japan 1984
US$1480~3480
A monster album that not only represents the 80s but shines in rock history.
Powerful rock and roll that realistically portrays the people who experienced the Vietnam War and the feelings they have on a daily basis.
Blues Rock, Hard Rock, Classic Rock
CBS SONY 25AP 78 Japan 1977
US$980~2480
The biggest hit of the 1970s!
It's hard rock and it really shows what kind of band Aerosmith is.
VAP 30152-28 Japan 1984
US$2480~2980
This is Momoko Kikuchi's memorable first album.
A city pop classic released in 1984.
Phil Collins - No Jacket Required
WEA P-13077 Japan 1985
US$1480~2480
There is no dress code for listeners. This is his best-selling solo album.
His third solo album, released in 1985, was titled "Phil Collins III" when it was released in Japan. Featuring "I Don't Wanna Know" and a duet with Sting, "Long Long Way to Go," the album sold 12 million copies in the US, 2 million copies in the UK, and over 20 million copies worldwide.
EPIC 25・3P-1 Japan 1978
US$579~1280
It reached number one in the US and sold about 7 million copies. The title track was the band's biggest hit!
The second album released in 1978. The clear and refreshing sound, with pop melodies yet hard sound, continues from the first album, "Boston/Fantasy Flight".
MOTOWN VIP-6720 Japan 1980
US$680~1480
Diana Ross's comeback.
Black and pop edition of the "My Generation, My Music" series.
EXPRESS ETP-72051 Japan 1975
US$580~1080
Arai Yumi's timeless 1973 debut album
Featuring her debut songs "I Don't Need an Answer," "I Can Say It," the title songs "Airplane Clouds," and "Paper Planes." Even before she was brought back into the spotlight with Hayao Miyazaki's "The Wind Rises," her introspective songwriting has maintained a timeless quality, and this is a masterpiece that shows off her strong songwriting.
CAPITOL EPS-80510 Japan 1976
US$280~780
This work dispels the image of being a backing band and emphasizes the band's individuality.
The fifth album released in 1976. The album is composed of songs with lead vocals by the members at the time, Paul McCartney, Linda McCartney, Denny Laine, Jimmy McCulloch, and Joe English. It contains 11 songs in total, including the singles "Silly Love Songs" and "Let'em In."
Yellow Magic Orchestra - Public Pressure
ALFA ALR-6033 Japan 1980
US$579~1080
This was their first live album and their first to reach number one on the Oricon charts.
The band's first live album, released in 1980. This album was compiled and recorded from four live shows: a one-off at GREAK THEATER (LA), London and NY from the first WORLD TOUR, and a triumphant return performance at Nakano Sun Plaza.
Kiyotaka Sugiyama & Omega Trive - Aqua CITY
Kayōkyoku, Synth-pop, Funk, City Pop
VAP 30118-28 Japan 1983
US$17.98
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER, Mark on Media
This first album is packed with the origins of their sound.
The combined sales of records and cassettes exceeded 100,000 copies.
Blues Rock, Hard Rock, Arena Rock
ATLANTIC P-10105A Japan 1976
US$4980~10480
A legendary debut album.
Their live performances featured hard rock with guitars, but the album made effective use of keyboards.
APPLE EAS-80175 Japan 1975
US$549~1480
An oldies cover album released in 1975.
An oldies cover album of songs from the late 1950s to the early 1960s. It reached #6 in the US and #10 in the UK.
Soft Rock, Pop Rock, Smooth Jazz
A&M AMP-28125 Japan 1985
US$1480~1480
This is his first solo album, produced with the help of some of the most accomplished jazz musicians.
You can listen to jazz rock that can be considered a return to the basics.
AARD VARK VF-9006 Japan 1976
US$480~680
Madonna on Late Night!
The melancholy guitar and bluesy vocals are a highlight.
