Masayoshi Takanaka - Jolly Jive
KITTY MKF 1055 Japan 1979
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Acceptable (VG), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER, Scratch/damage on Cover
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."
Ryo Fukui - Scenery (Pure Vinyl/180g)
ULTRA-VYBE SOLID1038 Japan 2026
US$47.05
Media : New (M), Jacket : New (M)
SEALED
Blossoming greenery, dazzling clear streams, clear skies, and silently falling snow...
A beautiful scenery created by the famous Hokkaido-born pianist, Ryo Fukui. Here, forever.
CBS SONY 25AP 730 Japan 1977
US$17.98
Media : Acceptable (VG), Jacket : Acceptable (VG)
LINER, Seam Split, Heavy Mark on Media, Stain on Liner
Enjoy the languid, jazzy vocals.
A must-have city pop masterpiece that moves from Japanese soul to pop.
ECM PA-6053~54 Japan 1975
US$17.98
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Acceptable (VG)
LINER, Cover Soiled, Mark on Media
He creates his own unique world with solo piano.
Based on jazz and classical music, with blues and gospel-like phrasing.
Sadao Watanabe - California Shower
FLYING DISK VIJ-6012 Japan 1978
US$6.55
Media : Excellent (EX), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER *L'image ne provient pas de l'article réel.
It features a pleasant melody and sound.
Released in 1981, this is an important work in Sadao Watanabe's career.
Sadao Watanabe - Morning Island
FLYING DISK VIJ-6018 Japan 1979
US$6.55
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER, Mark on Media, Obi Soiled, Crease/Crinkle on Obi *L'image ne provient pas de l'article réel.
The more you listen to it, the more fascinating it becomes.
Released in 1979. Featuring well-known musicians. Recorded in New York.
John Coltrane - My Favorite Things
ATLANTIC P-6030A, SD 1361 Japan 1971
US$17.98
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Acceptable (VG)
LINER, Hard Writing on Front Cover
Break out of your shell and step into a new world.
This is the first album to prominently feature the soprano saxophone.
CBS SONY SOPL-155 Japan 1972
US$17.98
Media : Acceptable (VG), Jacket : Bad (VG-)
LINER, Seam Split, Side Seam/Spine Split, Hard Scratch/damage on Cover, Stain On Label *L'image ne provient pas de l'article réel.
A masterpiece that is considered one of the most important works in jazz history.
A well-harmonized ensemble and exquisite improvisation.
IDM, Minimal, Jazz-Funk, Minimal
ALFA ALR-28055 Japan 1984
US$10.83
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Acceptable (VG)
LINER, Cover Soiled, Scuff on Cover, Scratch/damage on Cover *L'image ne provient pas de l'article réel.
Japan's leading fusion band "Casiopea"
A compilation album that covers their journey over the past five years since their debut.
Sonny Rollins - Saxophone Colossus
PRESTIGE SMJ-6501(M) Japan 1975
US$35.83
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER, Stain on Liner
An immortal performance and masterpiece in the history of jazz.
A piece that expresses unique originality using the tenor saxophone.
Weather Report - Heavy Weather
CBS SONY 25AP 357 Japan 1977
US$14.41
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER
With their innovative concept, they led the fusion boom of the time.
They created a sound world that symbolized the 70's.
Bill Evans - At The Montreux Jazz Festival
VERVE MV 2064 Japan 1973
US$17.98
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Acceptable (VG)
LINER, Outer Plastic Cover Taped on Jacket Cover
The Piano Poet's Miracle in Montreux Night
A legendary live recording of Bill Evans performing with Eddie Gomez and Jack DeJohnette.
BLUE NOTE GXK 8116, BST 84123, ST-84123 Japan 1979
US$46.55
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER
A masterpiece of guitar tone that melts the heat of blues into the silence of the late night.
This album features Stanley Turrentine on tenor, and is strongly influenced by blues. The smoky guitar and gentle rhythm create a captivating emotional impact, making it one of Blue Note's most iconic albums.
Herbie Hancock - Herbie Hancock Trio With Ron Carter
CBS SONY 25AP 2190 Japan 1981
US$10.83
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Acceptable (VG)
LINER, Outer Plastic Cover Taped on Jacket Cover, Tape the outer bag to the cover
Terumasa Hino - City Connection
FLYING DISK VIJ-6020 Japan 1979
US$9.76
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Excellent (EX)
Light Mark on Media *L'image ne provient pas de l'article réel.
This is the Fusion sound. This is Terumasa Hino's masterpiece.
This was the last album by a solo leader recorded in New York in 1979. It is a representative album by Terumasa Hino, with the title song used as a TV commercial song.
Chick Corea - Return To Forever
POLYDOR MPF 1136 Japan 1978
US$9.41
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER, Hard Stain on Cover *L'image ne provient pas de l'article réel.
A hit that opened the door to fusion music.
A highly transparent work that exudes a pastoral comfort throughout.
MCA VIM 6195 Japan 1979
US$8.69
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER, Mark on Media, Crease/Crinkle on Cover *L'image ne provient pas de l'article réel.
The Crusaders' hit album, also known as the bible of fusion music.
After overcoming the departure of a member in 1976, the band welcomed female singer Randy Crawford and the first song, "Street Life," became a hit.
Kimiko Kasai - We Can Fall In Love
CBS SONY 25AP 260 Japan 1976
US$9.41
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Acceptable (VG)
LINER, Scratch/damage on Cover
An album filled with the charm of jazz and soul diva Kimiko Kasai.
Released in 1976. Includes "We Can Fall In Love," a disco-inspired track written by Kimiko herself.
RIVERSIDE SMJ-6144 Japan 1976
US$42.98
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER
A masterpiece by the master jazz pianist, Evans.
He has had a major influence on many of the leading contemporary jazz pianists.
CBS SONY 18AP 2056 Japan 1981
US$35.83
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER, Hard Stain on Cover
A masterpiece that is considered one of the most important works in jazz history.
A well-harmonized ensemble and exquisite improvisation.
Chick Corea - Return To Forever
POLYDOR MP 2273 Japan 1972
US$7.97
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Acceptable (VG)
LINER, Scratch/damage on Cover
A hit that opened the door to fusion music.
A highly transparent work that exudes a pastoral comfort throughout.
Bill Evans - Everybody Digs Bill Evans
RIVERSIDE SMJ-6090 Japan 1975
US$39.41
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Acceptable (VG)
LINER, Outer Plastic Cover Taped on Jacket Cover
New Tony Williams Lifetime - Believe It
COLUMBIA PC 33836 US 1975
US$28.69
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+)
Heavy Mark on Media, Ring Wear on Cover
