Akina Nakamori - Bitter And Sweet
REPRISE L-12593 Japan 1985
US$9.41
Media : Acceptable (VG), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER, with Pinup/Card Portrait, Opened Shrink Wrap on Cover, Hype Sticker, Notable marks on disc
Featuring a stellar lineup of writers including Yosui Inoue, EPO, ASKA, and Toshiki Kadomatsu, this album showed a glimpse of his potential as an artist.
This is the 7th album released in 1985. However, the obi and jacket say "8th ALBUM". The representative song "Kazari Janai No Yo Namida wa" is the lead single from this album. It is included in the new remix version.
Pop Rock, Rock & Roll, Psychedelic Rock
APPLE EAS-80556 Japan 1976
US$21.55
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Acceptable (VG)
LINER, Hard Stain on Cover
A transitional work from The Beatles.
The song features Indian music, a brass section, and lyrics that deviate from love songs.
POLYDOR 28MM 0186 Japan 1982
US$9.48
Media : Excellent (EX), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
*The image is not from the actual item.
A classic Fusion song. The title song is still played often on the radio.
This was their second album, released in 1982. In Japan, this was their first album. Following the huge success of this album, their official first album, "Drivin' Hard," was later released in Japan.
Yellow Magic Orchestra - Multiplies
ALFA ALR-28004 Japan 1980
US$10.83
Media : Excellent (EX), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER *The image is not from the actual item.
Techno x Comedy = ∞
The fourth album, released in 1980, was a 10-inch mini album that included "TIGHTEN UP," which was later re-cut as a single. It was a groundbreaking work at the time, with comedy skits by the Snakeman Show inserted between songs. It felt more like a "planned" album than an original album.
CAPITOL EPS-81150 Japan 1978
US$10.48
Media : Excellent (EX), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER, Slight Scuff on Cover, with Poster *The image is not from the actual item.
This was the only best album released before the band disbanded.
This is the best album released in 1978. This is the only official best album. It includes singles that were not included in the original album, such as "Another Day," "Live and Let Die," and "Hi Hi Hi."
Rock & Roll, Pop Rock, Folk Rock
APPLE EAS-80555 Japan 1976
US$35.83
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER
A transitional album that shifted from live performances to recording
This was The Beatles' sixth album, an ambitious work that broke away from the stereotypes that had been established about their musical style up until that point.
KITTY 28MS 0055 Japan 1984
US$9.05
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Excellent (EX), Obi : Excellent (EX)
LINER, Pronounced Scratch on Media *The image is not from the actual item.
This was their second breakthrough album and included the singles "Wine Red Heart" and "Love After Midnight."
This is their second album, released one year and four months after their previous album, "Remember to Remember," released in 1984. Goro Matsui, who would go on to write most of Anzenchitai's lyrics, joined the band from this album onwards. The single "Wine Red no Kokoro" led the way in gradually increasing sales, and this album made Anzenchitai's name known to the world.
EPIC 25AP 120, 25AP 120(E) Japan 1976
US$7.97
Media : Excellent (EX), Jacket : Acceptable (VG)
LINER, Hard Stain on Cover
He is now deceased, and one of the "top three guitarists in the world." This work became a signpost that strengthened his future direction.
This was the second album under the name of Jeff Beck, released in 1976. It features harder and more dynamic playing than the previous album, "Blow by Blow."
George Benson - Give Me The Night
Soul-Jazz, Rhythm & Blues, Disco
WARNER BROS P-10851W Japan 1980
US$17.98
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER
This is the greatest album of the century, produced by Quincy Jones.
The 18th album released in 1980. Quincy Jones' R&B taste and George Benson's taste blended perfectly together, selling over 1.5 million copies worldwide and winning three Grammy Awards.
APPLE EAS-77003.4 Japan 1976
US$25.12
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER, Mark on Media, with Booklet
It is commonly known as the "Red Album."
Released in 1973, this is a best-of album featuring the Beatles' early hits and representative songs.
EXPRESS ETP-90310 Japan 1984
US$5.97
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+)
Minor Scratch on Media *The image is not from the actual item.
This work, which includes the title track that was once again in the spotlight during the Rugby World Cup, won the Excellent Album Award at the 27th Japan Record Awards.
The 16th album released in 1984. It contains many songs that were also used in commercials, such as the title song "No Side" and the classic ski slope song "BLIZZARD". This work became the starting point for Yumi Matsutoya's future.
Yellow Magic Orchestra - Solid State Survivor
ALFA ALR-6022 Japan 1980
US$12.98
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Acceptable (VG), Obi : Acceptable (VG)
LINER, Hard Stain on Cover, Hard Stain on Obi
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.
CBS SONY 25AP 3 Japan 1980
US$10.11
Media : Excellent (EX), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER, Hard Stain on Cover *The image is not from the actual item.
This is a breakthrough album that almost says "AOR = Boz Scaggs" and is a representative album.
The single "Lowdown" won the Grammy Award for Best R&B Song and became a hit. "We're All Alone" is a standard number that has been covered by many artists.
APPLE EAS-80550 Japan 1976
US$17.98
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Acceptable (VG), Obi : Acceptable (VG)
LINER, Hard Stain on Cover, Hard Stain on Obi, Mark on Media
The Beatles' memorable debut album
This is their fresh album that gives a glimpse of their fanaticism for American pop, which they have a deep respect for.
Paul McCartney, Wings - Band On The Run
APPLE EAP 80951 Japan 1973
US$12.98
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+)
Hard Stain on Cover
This is a masterpiece album that was completed despite being produced amidst a series of disasters.
Paul McCartney % Wings' third album, released in 1973, was credited to Wings. It reached number one in the UK and US, and sold over 6 million copies worldwide. "Jet" and the title track "Band on the Run" were later re-cut as singles.
RCA RPL-8158, AFL1-4383 Japan 1982
US$7.26
Media : Excellent (EX), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
*The image is not from the actual item.
It was the best-selling album of all time, ranking third on the US charts for 15 consecutive weeks and fourth on the yearly album chart.
The 11th album released in 1982. The single "Maneater" became Daryl Hall & John Oates' biggest hit, topping the Billboard Hot 100 chart for four consecutive weeks. "One on One" and "Family Man" were later re-cut as singles.
Akina Nakamori - New Akina Etranger
Kayōkyoku, Synth-pop, City Pop
REPRISE L-12580 Japan 1983
US$7.04
Media : Excellent (EX), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER *The image is not from the actual item.
A glimpse of the artist's aspirations in this 4th album by a group of talented artists.
Released in 1983. European recording featuring Yoko Aki, Kazuo Zaitsu, Shinji Tanimura, Haruomi Hosono, and Yokohama Ginbae. No singles included.
John Lennon, Plastic Ono Band - Shaved Fish
APPLE EAS-80380 Japan 1975
US$17.98
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER
This is the only best album released during his lifetime.
This is the only best album released during his lifetime, released under the name "Lennon Plastic Ono Band" in 1975. It includes singles such as "Power to the People," "Imagine," and "Happy X'mas (War is Over)" as well as other well-known songs.
Tatsuro Yamashita - On The Street Corner
AIR RAL-6501 Japan 1980
US$14.41
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+)
A covers album that was not originally planned for release.
Released in 1980, this was the first in a series that continued afterwards. It is an album of doo-wop covers, a favorite of Tatsuro Yamashita.
CBS SONY 25AP 2400 Japan 1982
US$6.55
Media : Excellent (EX), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER *The image is not from the actual item.
The title of this film was decided upon when the director saw a nylon curtain in his hospital room while he was hospitalized for a broken bone.
The eighth album released in 1982. It contains a total of nine songs, including the pre-release singles "Pressure" and "Allentown," as well as "Goodnight Saigon," which was later re-cut as a single.
DISCOMATE DSP-112 Japan 1977
US$6.33
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+)
Cover Soiled, Crease/Crinkle on Cover, Fogged on Media, Light marks on the disc *The image is not from the actual item.
This song was a huge hit all over the world and was even used in a Korean drama.
Released as a single in 1976, it reached number one in 13 countries and sold 3 million copies worldwide, including 500,000 copies in Japan.
Daryl Hall & John Oates - Private Eyes
RCA RPL-8090 Japan 1981
US$7.26
Media : Excellent (EX), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER *The image is not from the actual item.
This was a huge hit album, and the title track is still played on PowerPlay as a disco classic.
The 13th album released in 1981. It includes the title song "Private Eyes," which reached number one on the US singles chart, and "I Can't Go for That (No Can Do)," which also reached number one on the R&B chart.
CBS SONY 25AP 1700 Japan 1979
US$7.76
Media : Excellent (EX), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER *The image is not from the actual item.
This album has no throwaway songs, with many songs being re-released as singles.
The second album released in 1979. It was a work that showed the band's true potential as a rock band more than their debut album "TOTO/Space Knights". It also includes songs that approach hard rock.
Sadao Watanabe - California Shower
FLYING DISK VIJ-6012 Japan 1978
US$6.33
Media : Excellent (EX), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER *The image is not from the actual item.
It features a pleasant melody and sound.
Released in 1981, this is an important work in Sadao Watanabe's career.
