Masayoshi Takanaka - Jolly Jive
KITTY MKF 1055 Japan 1979
US$14.41
Media : Excellent (EX), Jacket : Acceptable (VG)
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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$53.69
Media : Excellent (EX), Jacket : Acceptable (VG)
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A concept album created based on a picture book.
A masterpiece that matches tropical guitar with a mythical concept.
Soul-Jazz, Downtempo, Disco, Ballad, Rhythm & Blues, Disco
A&M AMP-28028 Japan 1981
US$10.11
Media : Excellent (EX), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+)
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Jazz pop at its finest.
A huge hit from Q. Jones, the greatest producer in American music history.
ECM PA-6053~54 Japan 1975
US$25.12
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Acceptable (VG), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
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He creates his own unique world with solo piano.
Based on jazz and classical music, with blues and gospel-like phrasing.
WARNER BROS P-10184W Japan 1976
US$7.98
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+)
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Important in the history of black music.
A new type of music that combines jazz, rock, soul, and funk.
POLYDOR 28MM 0186 Japan 1982
US$8.69
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
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A classic Fusion song. The title song is still played often on the radio.
The band's second album, released in 1982. In Japan, this is their first album. Following the huge success of this album, their official first album, "Drivin' Hard," was later released in Jap
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+)
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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.
George Benson - Give Me The Night
Soul-Jazz, Rhythm & Blues, Disco
WARNER BROS P-10851W Japan 1980
US$15.83
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
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Produced by Quincy Jones, this is the greatest album of the century.
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.
Sadao Watanabe - California Shower
FLYING DISK VIJ-6012 Japan 1978
US$6.55
Media : Excellent (EX), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+)
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It features a pleasant melody and sound.
Released in 1981, this is an important work in Sadao Watanabe's career.
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+)
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.
Terumasa Hino - City Connection
FLYING DISK VIJ-6020 Japan 1979
US$10.83
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
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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.
Sadao Watanabe - Morning Island
FLYING DISK VIJ-6018 Japan 1979
US$7.26
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
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The more you listen to it, the more fascinating it becomes.
Released in 1979. Featuring well-known musicians. Recorded in New York.
BETTER DAYS YX-7265-ND Japan 1980
US$7.98
Media : Excellent (EX), Jacket : Acceptable (VG)
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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 - Super Takanaka Live!
KITTY MKF 1058, MKF1058 Japan 1980
US$10.83
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+)
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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.
Jazz-Funk, Smooth Jazz, Fusion
POLYDOR 28MM 0250 Japan 1982
US$12.98
Media : Excellent (EX), Jacket : Excellent (EX)
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Sonny Rollins - Saxophone Colossus
PRESTIGE SMJ-6501(M) Japan 1975
US$28.69
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+)
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An immortal performance and masterpiece in the history of jazz.
A piece that expresses unique originality using the tenor saxophone.
George Benson - George Benson Collection
WARNER BROS P-5599~600W Japan 1981
US$14.41
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
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A compilation of George Benson's charms.
Released in 1981. You can also enjoy pop-oriented songs.
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+)
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A legendary masterpiece by one of Japan's leading guitarists.
Enjoy the light and melodic playing.
Kimiko Kasai - We Can Fall In Love
CBS SONY 25AP 260 Japan 1976
US$10.83
Media : Excellent (EX), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+)
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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.
CBS SONY 28AH 1693 Japan 1984
US$7.98
Media : Excellent (EX), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
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The 8th high-profile album by the band known as the Square
The album includes the songs "ALL ABOUT YOU" and "TRAVELERS," which were used in a Suntory whiskey commercial. The band's popularity increased when band member Takeshi Ito appeared in the com
CBS SONY 25AP 730 Japan 1977
US$25.12
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Acceptable (VG), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
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Enjoy the languid, jazzy vocals.
A must-have city pop masterpiece that moves from Japanese soul to pop.
Weather Report - Heavy Weather
CBS SONY 25AP 357 Japan 1977
US$12.98
Media : Excellent (EX), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+)
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With their innovative concepts, they led the fusion boom of the time.
They created a sound world that symbolized the 70's.
INFINITY VIJ-6305 Japan 1979
US$9.41
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Excellent (EX), Obi : Excellent (EX)
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Once you hear it, you won't be able to get it out of your head.
An impressive album with a refreshing tropical sound.
A&M AMP-6071, SP-4790 Japan 1979
US$5.83
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
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A timeless Herb Alpert masterpiece.
A trumpeter who is known for his wide range of styles including jazz, rock and pop.
