Sheena & The Rokkets - You May Dream / Lazy Crazy Blues
ALFA ALR-1019 Japan 1979
US$249~449
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The second single that was used in a JAL commercial and became a hit.
This was released as a single from the previously released album "Vacuum Pack." Haruomi Hosono worked on the track.
Carpenters - Carpenters Golden Double Deluxe
A&M AMW-31~32 Japan 1972
US$199~380
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Ray Parker Jr - A Woman Needs Love
ARISTA 25RS-121 Japan 1981
US$199~580
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The fourth album that solidified the popularity of Ray Parker Jr., a master of contemporary urban soul.
Ray Parker Jr. is also famous for the theme song to the movie "Ghostbusters," but this is a song he had previously had a hit with his own band.
CBS SONY 25AP 1946 Japan 1980
US$249~449
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A collection of the best hits from Manhattans, one of the soul's leading vocal groups.
Released in '80. A record where you can enjoy her sweet singing voice. Full of songs you'll want to listen to over and over again.
CBS SONY 25AH 968 Japan 1980
US$249~549
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An album with an impressive worldview that incorporates techno pop elements.
A wide range of genres from pop to tango.
Kozo Murashita - Hatsukoi / Oka no Ue kara
CBS SONY 07SH 1264, 07SH 1264(SD) Japan 1983
US$199~449
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The fifth hit single by Kumamoto-born folk singer Kozo Murashita.
They almost always closed their live shows and television appearances with the title song, "Hatsukoi."
Mariya Takeuchi - Fushigi na Peach Pie
RCA RVS-557 (JPBO-0588) Japan 1980
US$199~449
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A hit that sold over 400,000 copies!
A classic Japanese city pop song.
TAISHITA VIH-28132 Japan 1983
US$199~579
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This album shows the diversity of Southern All Stars' songs.
The ballad is transformed into a stylish sound with the addition of AOR sophistication.
JD Souther - You're Only Lonely
CBS SONY 25AP 1632 Japan 1979
US$199~580
The solitude of a country rock poet
John David Souther's heartbreaking vocals portray urban loneliness.
CONTEMPORARY LAX 3010, LAX-3010, S 7530 Japan 1974
US$21.55
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER
An immortal tenor trio work in the history of modern jazz.
The piano-less arrangement highlights the saxophone, exuding a mysterious charm.
CBS SONY SOPL-155 Japan 1972
US$1980~5480
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A masterpiece that is considered one of the most important works in jazz history.
A well-harmonized ensemble and exquisite improvisation.
Thelonious Monk - Thelonious Himself
MILESTONE SMJ-6053M Japan 1974
US$1480~2980
Released in 1974. A masterpiece by Thelonious Monk, a pioneer of bebop known for composing standards.
You can enjoy his unique style of improvisation.
Talking Heads - Remain In Light
SIRE RJ-7691 Japan 1980
US$3980~12480
Fusion of post-punk innovation and funk
This is the pinnacle of Talking Heads' polyrhythmic musical world.
Rolling Stones - Goats Head Soup
ROLLING STONES ESS-63002 Japan 1973
US$3980~3980
The 1973 album reached number one in both the UK and the US.
After reaching the peak of their popularity on their US tour the previous year, the band was inspired by Bob Marley's breakthrough and recorded this album in Jamaica.
Yellow Magic Orchestra - Public Pressure
ALFA ALR-6033 Japan 1980
US$580~780
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.
Whitney Houston - Whitney Houston
Soul, Synth-pop, Disco, Funk, Ballad, Contemporary R&B, Rhythm & Blues, Pop Rock, Dance-pop, Vocal
ARISTA AL 8-8212 US 1985
US$980~2480
Includes the single that reached number one in the US.
Soul music that peaked at number 4 on Japan's Oricon LPA chart.
Yoko Oginome - Dancing Hero / Zenmaijikake No Suiyoubi
Dance-pop, Dance-pop, Kayōkyoku
VICTOR SV-9069 Japan 1985
US$1280~1480
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In 2017, the song became a revival hit when a high school dance club used it.
A pioneering song of Japanese Eurobeat music.
Akina Nakamori - My Best Thanks (Arihureta Keshiki / Yokan / Don't Tell Me This is Love)
REPRISE L-4101 Japan 1985
US$299~549
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The third mini album with the obi copy "Because Akina is so graphic!!"
It includes "Yokan," a track from the album released in the same year, as well as new songs "Arifureta Fuukei," and "Don't Tell Me This is Love."
Donna Summer - She Works Hard For The Money
CASABLANCA 28S-165 Japan 1983
US$249~580
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Released in 1983. Donna Summer's biggest hit of the 80's.
The title track, "She Works Hard For The Money," peaked at number 3 on the Billboard Hot 100.
UNION GU-2003 Japan 1980
US$249~579
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Asami Kado's second album exudes elegance and charm without media exposure.
This work, titled "Smell Bag," includes songs such as "C'est Si Bon," which he composed with Kazuko Kobayashi, and "A Slope with No Downhills," for which he wrote the lyrics.
Stylistics - Stylistics Greatest Hits 24
AVCO SWX-9003~4 Japan 1975
US$249~449
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EPIC 28・3H-61 Japan 1982
US$199~579
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A masterpiece filled with timeless classics.
The third album released in 1982. A masterpiece among masterpieces, with a lineup of classic songs such as the title song "SOMEDAY" and "Rock & Roll Night" that are still indispensable to live setlists today.
Band Aid - Do They Know It's Christmas
PHONOGRAM FEED 112, FEED-112 Japan 1984
US$299~980
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The Band Aid project was a charity hit of the 80s.
The solo sections in the song featuring Paul Young, Boy George, and Bono from U2 are a must-listen.
Sugar Loaf Express - Sugar Loaf Express
JVC VIDC-2E Japan 1977
US$249~980
A masterpiece of early Lee Ritenour's solid fusion music.
This was the second album by Gentle Thoughts, then led by Lee Ritenour. It is a masterpiece that is well worth listening to, recorded in one take without stopping either side.
Miyuki Nakajima - Minna Itte Shimatta
AARD VARK VF-9003 Japan 1976
US$199~580
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Featured in "Wamono Rare Groove" magazine.
Their second album was released in 1976.
