Earth Wind & Fire - I Am (- Master Sound)
Fusion, Rhythm & Blues, Funk, Disco
CBS SONY 25AP 1400 Japan 1979
US$17.98
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+)
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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$7.76
Media : Excellent (EX), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Excellent (EX)
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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$7.98
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Acceptable (VG)
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A hit that opened the door to fusion music.
A highly transparent work that exudes a pastoral comfort throughout.
BETTER DAYS YX-7265-ND Japan 1980
US$7.98
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), 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$9.41
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Acceptable (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.
Fusion, Jazz-Funk, Disco, City Pop
KITTY 28MS 0015 Japan 1982
Media : Excellent (EX), Jacket : Excellent (EX), Obi : Excellent (EX)
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.
Jazz-Funk, Smooth Jazz, Fusion
POLYDOR 28MM 0250 Japan 1982
US$16.55
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
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Masayoshi Takanaka - Finger Dancin'
KITTY 17GK7908 Japan 1980
US$14.41
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Acceptable (VG)
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A legendary masterpiece by one of Japan's leading guitarists.
Enjoy the light and melodic playing.
Masayoshi Takanaka - Traumatic Kyokutou Tanteidan
EASTWORLD WTP-90340 Japan 1985
US$17.98
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
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A must-listen masterpiece from guitar hero Masayoshi Takanaka!
This is a masterpiece that not only exudes freshness but also features fast-paced playing.
CBS SONY 28AH 1693 Japan 1984
US$7.98
Media : Excellent (EX), Jacket : 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 commercial.
Weather Report - Heavy Weather
CBS SONY 25AP 357 Japan 1977
US$14.41
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Acceptable (VG)
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With their innovative concept, they led the fusion boom of the time.
They created a sound world that symbolized the 70's.
Masayoshi Takanaka - Horizon Dream
Jazz-Funk, Funk, Fusion, City Pop
KITTY 25MK 9001 Japan 1981
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
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Sparkling guitar and dreamy synths paint a picture of "Beyond the Sky"
A spectacular collaboration of guitar, synth and fusion sensibilities.
WARNER BROS P-11264 Japan 1982
US$52.26
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
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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.
BETTER DAYS YX-7595-ND Japan 1979
US$17.98
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
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A masterpiece born from the passion that could only exist in that time and place.
A legendary band session that remains in the history of Japanese fusion music.
MCA VIM 6195 Japan 1979
US$17.98
Media : Excellent (EX), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
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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.
MCA VIM-6236 Japan 1980
US$9.41
Media : Excellent (EX), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Excellent (EX)
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One of the most successful American fusion bands.
A full-on Latin work that focuses on creating tropical sounds.
CBS SONY 40AP 1640~1 Japan 1979
US$9.41
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Acceptable (VG)
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The title comes from the fact that the park customarily opens at 8:30 p.m.
The 9th album released in 1979. It is basically a live album, but also includes studio recordings.
Carlos Santana, Mahavishnu John Mclaughlin - Love Devotion Surrender
CBS SONY SOPL 200, SOPL-200 Japan 1973
US$10.83
Media : Excellent (EX), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
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A collaboration between a guitarist representing Latin rock and a genius guitarist in the jazz rock world.
It was in the top 100 of Japan's Oricon LP chart for 20 consecutive weeks, reaching number 5.
CTI K26P-6020 Japan 1980
US$7.98
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
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An all-star fusion jam session album.
Pop, classical and soul music.
RCA RVL-8048 Japan 1980
US$17.98
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
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This is the debut album of EPO, the female singer who coloured the city pop era.
The melody lines are full of pop sensibility, and the beautiful, flowing voice is appealing.
Masayoshi Takanaka - Jungle Jane
EAST WORLD WTP-90411 Japan 1986
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Acceptable (VG)
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A pop melody unique to Masayoshi Takanaka!
The sophisticated arrangement creates an urban mood.
Sugar Loaf Express - Sugar Loaf Express
JVC VIDC-2E Japan 1977
US$7.76
Media : Excellent (EX), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+)
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A masterpiece of early Lee Ritenour's solid fusion music.
This was the second album by Gentle Thoughts, then led by Lee Ritenour. It is a masterpiece that is well worth listening to, recorded in one take without stopping either side.
CBS SONY 25AP 990 Japan 1978
US$10.83
Media : Excellent (EX), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+)
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A masterpiece that will go down in fusion album history, combining elements of various genres.
This work was released in 1978. It is filled with songs that were born from the exquisite blend of Jazz/Fusion-based sounds, Progressive Rock, and elements of Latin and other world music.
Jaco Pastorius - Word Of Mouth
WARNER BROS P-11009W Japan 1981
US$14.41
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Acceptable (VG), Obi : Acceptable (VG)
LINER, Scratch/damage on Cover, Tear on Obi
The greatest collaboration in fusion history
The starting point of fusion.
