NIPPON COLUMBIA COJY9555 Japan 2025
US$38.41
Media : New (M), Jacket : New (M)
SEALED, Yellow Vinyl
A selection of masterpieces from Nippon Columbia's extensive catalogue will be reissued by Nippon Columbia's global brand NIPPONOPHONE.
The magic of the groove played by the members of the legendary combo Freedom Unity. A miraculous album featuring the cool and mellow masterpiece "Romance"!
Masayoshi Takanaka - Jolly Jive
KITTY MKF 1055 Japan 1979
US$21.55
Media : Excellent (EX), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER
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."
Masayoshi Takanaka - Rainbow Goblins
Fusion, Psychedelic Rock, City Pop
KITTY 36MK9101-2 Japan 1981
US$67.98
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER, Scratch/damage on Cover, Obi Soiled, Mark on Media
A concept album created based on a picture book.
A masterpiece that matches tropical guitar with a mythical concept.
Earth Wind & Fire - I Am (- Master Sound)
Fusion, Rhythm & Blues, Funk, Disco
CBS SONY 25AP 1400 Japan 1979
US$24.41
Media : Excellent (EX), Jacket : Excellent (EX)
LINER *The image is not from the actual item.
This album marked a turning point for the group as they approached AOR.
Released in 1979, it reached number 3 on the Billboard pop chart and number 1 on the R&B chart.
Sadao Watanabe - California Shower
FLYING DISK VIJ-6012 Japan 1978
US$6.54
Media : Excellent (EX), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER, Hard Stain on Cover *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.
Contemporary Jazz, Fusion, Jazz-Funk, City Pop
KITTY MKF 1063 Japan 1980
US$15.83
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER, Scratch/damage on Cover, Stain on Liner, Mark on Media
Masayoshi Takanaka's representative album featuring the fan-popular "EARLY BIRD"
This masterpiece was released six months after their previous album "JOLLY JIVE" and was ranked in the Oricon Top Ten.
BETTER DAYS YX-7265-ND Japan 1980
US$10.83
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Acceptable (VG)
LINER, Tear on Obi
Not only is this a masterpiece by jazz guitarist Kazumi Watanabe, but also a great Japanese fusion album.
Recorded in New York, this is Watanabe Kazumi's biggest hit. It includes the smash hit commercial song "Unicorn."
Masayoshi Takanaka - An Insatible High
KITTY MKF 1023 Japan 1977
US$50.12
Media : Excellent (EX), Jacket : Acceptable (VG)
LINER
Fusion, Jazz-Funk, Disco, City Pop
KITTY 28MS 0015 Japan 1982
Media : Excellent (EX), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER
This album is widely regarded as the masterpiece of one of Japan's leading guitarists, Takanaka Masayoshi.
Released in 1982, it was the first fusion album to reach number one on the Oricon charts in Japan.
Weather Report - Heavy Weather
CBS SONY 25AP 357 Japan 1977
US$17.98
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER
With their innovative concepts, they led the fusion boom of the time.
They created a sound world that symbolized the 70's.
Chick Corea - Return To Forever
POLYDOR MP 2273 Japan 1972
US$12.26
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Acceptable (VG), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER, Scratch/damage on Cover, Crease/Crinkle on Obi
A hit that opened the door to fusion music.
A highly transparent work that exudes a pastoral comfort throughout.
WARNER BROS P-11264 Japan 1982
US$53.69
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER, Scratch/damage on Cover
The quality of the arrangements and songs is undoubtedly a masterpiece.
Featuring a variety of musical elements including rock and roll, jazz, soul, and R&B.
Masayoshi Takanaka - Super Takanaka Live!
KITTY MKF 1058, MKF1058 Japan 1980
US$15.83
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Acceptable (VG), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
Tear on Cover, Cover Soiled, Mark on Media *The image is not from the actual item.
A must-listen album for fans featuring live recordings from the Christmas Super Live concert with Yosui Inoue held at the Budokan on December 23rd and 24th, 1979.
He also performed live the famous song "Kurofune" by the Sadistic Mika Band, of which he was a member, and his performance was mouth-watering.
Masayoshi Takanaka - Brasilian Skies
Fusion, Jazz-Funk, Latin Jazz, City Pop
KITTY MKF 1033 Japan 1978
US$60.83
Media : Excellent (EX), Jacket : Acceptable (VG), Obi : Acceptable (VG)
LINER, Hard Stain on Cover, Hard Stain on Obi
Speaking of the summer of Masayoshi Takanaka, the eternal summer man
The sound is influenced by Latin music and reflects his free musicality, creating a pleasant, sunny and cool sound.
Masayoshi Takanaka - Horizon Dream
Jazz-Funk, Funk, Fusion, City Pop
KITTY 25MK 9001 Japan 1981
US$17.98
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Acceptable (VG)
LINER, Cover Soiled, Obi has significant tear, Light Mark on Media *The image is not from the actual item.
Sparkling guitar and dreamy synths paint a picture of "Beyond the Sky"
A spectacular collaboration of guitar, synth and fusion sensibilities.
Fusion, Classic Rock, Latin Jazz
CBS SONY 40AP 787~8 Japan 1977
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER, Scuff on Cover, Minor Scratch on Media *The image is not from the actual item.
A mix of passionate performances and highly polished studio recordings.
Enjoy Santana's magnificently wild guitar playing to your heart's content.
Chick Corea - Return To Forever
POLYDOR MPF 1136 Japan 1978
US$17.98
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER
A hit that opened the door to fusion music.
A highly transparent work that exudes a pastoral comfort throughout.
Masayoshi Takanaka - Finger Dancin'
KITTY 17GK7908 Japan 1980
US$17.98
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
A legendary masterpiece by one of Japan's leading guitarists.
Enjoy the light and melodic playing.
INVITATION VIH-28043 Japan 1981
US$5.97
Media : Excellent (EX), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER *The image is not from the actual item.
The pinnacle of Japanese Brazilian jazz by Japanese jazz singer Yasuko Agawa
Their fifth and first original album, released in 1981, includes the club hit "Skindo Re Re."
ALFA ALR-28049 Japan 1983
US$17.98
Media : Acceptable (VG), Jacket : Acceptable (VG), Obi : Acceptable (VG)
LINER, Scratch/damage on Cover, Tear on Obi, Minor Scratch on Media
ALFA ALR-28007 Japan 1980
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Acceptable (VG)
Side Seam/Spine Split, Mark on Media, with Gift
Cassiopeia's 4th album, a Japanese fusion band that is also popular overseas
A masterpiece from the height of the fusion boom, which adds gorgeous synth sounds to the band's tones.
George Benson - George Benson Collection
WARNER BROS P-5599~600W Japan 1981
US$12.98
Media : Excellent (EX), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER, with Booklet *The image is not from the actual item.
A compilation of George Benson's charms.
Released in 1981. You can also enjoy pop-oriented songs.
