Junko Sakurada - Party Is Over
VICTOR ENTERTAINMENT VICL-77011 Japan 2022
US$21.12
Media : New (M), Jacket : New (M)
This is the 12th original album, featuring writers such as Tatsuro Yamashita, Kazuhiko Izu, Tsugutoshi Goto, Kaoru Ito, and Kazuo Shiina.
The single "LADY/You are a Magician" is included as a bonus track.
City Pop, Dance-pop, Synth-pop, Kayōkyoku
VICTOR ENTERTAINMENT VICL-77051 Japan 2022
US$21.12
Media : New (M), Jacket : New (M)
A hidden gem of a city pop album, with songs provided by Akira Nishihira, Tsunehiro Izumi, Tatsuhiko Yamamoto, and others, and arrangements by Shiro Sagisu and Shingo Kobayashi!
Minako Obata - True Peace Of Mind
VICTOR ENTERTAINMENT VICL-77050 Japan 2022
US$21.12
Media : New (M), Jacket : New (M)
The second album begins with a magnificent string overture.
The song is written in English and features a duet with Chicago's Bill Champlin, giving the piece a sense of grand scale.
Kilala & Ulala - Double Fantasy
VICTOR ENTERTAINMENT VICL-77049 Japan 2022
US$21.12
Media : New (M), Jacket : New (M)
This is the only album by Kirara and Urara, the originators of "Sentimental Metal Boy," which was covered by W (Double U).
The writers include Hosono Haruomi, EPO, and Inoue Daisuke, with a lineup of Tin Pan Alley musicians backing the band.
Iyo Matsumoto - Kazenoyouni +2
VICTOR ENTERTAINMENT VICL77046 Japan 2022
US$21.12
Media : New (M), Jacket : New (M)
With the exception of one song, "Wonderful Jealousy," the entire album is a concept with lyrics written by Kawamura Masumi, music composed by Hayashi Tetsuji, and arrangement by Funayama Moto
The singles "Teach Me How to Believe," "Goodbye is for Me," and "Don't Clean My Memories" are included in the love trilogy.
Yumiko Okayasu - Yume he no setsuzoku shi
VICTOR ENTERTAINMENT VICL-77043 Japan 2022
US$21.12
Media : New (M), Jacket : New (M)
This is the first album by Yumiko Okayasu, who was also active as an actress, race car driver, and TV show host.
Includes the superb light and mellow song "YELLOW MOONLIGHT."
UNIVERSAL MUSIC UPCY-90071 Japan 2022
US$15.62
Media : New (M), Jacket : New (M)
Taiha's third album, released in 1983, is now available on CD for the first time!
All of the songs were composed by Yasuha herself, with lyrics by Toyohisa Araki, and arrangements by Akira Inoue, Shigeru Suzuki, and Tsugutoshi Goto.
Yoshitaka Minami - 12 Lines +2
SONY MUSIC MHCL30790 Japan 2022
US$19.55
Media : New (M), Jacket : New (M)
Junko Ohashi & Minoya Central Station - Shalom
UNIVERSAL MUSIC UPCY-90128 Japan 2022
US$15.62
Media : New (M), Jacket : New (M)
They formed "Minoya Central Station" as Junko Ohashi's backing band.
This is Junko Ohashi's fifth album.
Junko Ohashi - Def Leppard Live
City Pop, Kayōkyoku, New Jack Swing, Synth-pop, Boogie, Ballad, Vocal
UNIVERSAL MUSIC MHCL 30784 Japan 2022
US$19.55
Media : New (M), Jacket : New (M)
His first album since moving to Epic Sony, DEF, his 12th original album overall, has been reissued on CD.
A masterpiece where you can enjoy Junko Ohashi's powerful vocals and brilliant electronic pop and AOR sounds!
City Pop, Pop Rock, Hard Rock, Soul
UNIVERSAL MUSIC UPCY-90155 Japan 2022
US$15.62
Media : New (M), Jacket : New (M)
This was their fourth album, released in 1978.
Backing musicians include Tin Pan Alley musicians Shigeru Suzuki, Ryuichi Sakamoto, Tatsuo Hayashi and members of Off Course.
Jun Miho - Private Theater +5 (Limited Edition)(Uhqcd)
City Pop, Kayōkyoku, Synth-pop, Pop Rock, Boogie
VICTOR ENTERTAINMENT VICL-77047 Japan 2022
US$21.12
Media : New (M), Jacket : New (M)
SEALED
Actress Miho Jun's first album.
"SHADOW DANCER" by Yoichi Takizawa is also included as a bonus track.
Takako Mamiya - LOVE TRIP (SACD Hybrid)
City Pop, Funk, Jazz-Funk, Soul
UNIVERSAL MUSIC JAPAN UPGY-6002 Japan 2022
US$27.41
Media : New (M), Jacket : New (M)
SEALED
Released in 1982, Takako Mamiya's only album and a masterpiece representing 80's city pop!
Returning to the original master, it has been converted to a hybrid SACD through direct DSD mastering.
Tatsuro Yamashita - SOFTLY (Limited Edition)
City Pop, Jazz-Funk, Rhythm & Blues, Kayōkyoku
MOON WPCL-13359/60 Japan 2022
US$35.26
Media : New (M), Jacket : New (M)
SEALED
Sentimental City Romance - Happy End (Limited Edition)
City Pop, Country Rock, Folk Rock
UNIVERSAL MUSIC JAPAN UPCY-90101 Japan 2022
US$15.62
Media : New (M), Jacket : New (M)
SEALED
Junko Ohashi & Minoya Central Station - Flush
City Pop, Boogie, Disco, Funk, Soul
UNIVERSAL MUSIC UPCY-90129 Japan 2022
US$15.62
Media : New (M), Jacket : New (M)
SEALED
A masterpiece from a singer representing city pop at the peak of his career.
Excellent singing and expressiveness.
VIVID SOUND RATCD4417 Japan 2022
US$25.05
Media : New (M), Jacket : New (M)
Mini LP Style, SEALED
His second album (1980) established him as a songwriter.
This album has an adult atmosphere, but also has a hint of 60's pop music.
Yoko Nishigori - MY NAME IS YOKO
UNIVERSAL MUSIC UPCY-90086 Japan 2022
US$15.62
Media : New (M), Jacket : New (M)
SEALED
Lily - P.S. I Love You 1972-1981
UNIVERSAL MUSIC UPCY-90085 Japan 2022
US$15.62
Media : New (M), Jacket : New (M)
SEALED
City Pop, Jazz-Rock, Psychedelic, Kayōkyoku, Vocal
UNIVERSAL MUSIC UPCY-90084 Japan 2022
US$15.62
Media : New (M), Jacket : New (M)
SEALED
City Pop, Disco, Folk, Soft Rock
UNIVERSAL MUSIC UPCY-90083 Japan 2022
US$15.62
Media : New (M), Jacket : New (M)
SEALED
UNIVERSAL MUSIC UPCY-90079 Japan 2022
US$15.62
Media : New (M), Jacket : New (M)
SEALED
The first in a beat jazz trilogy produced by Masahiko Sato.
A jazz-filled work sung in Japanese.
