Masayoshi Takanaka - Jolly Jive
KITTY MKF 1055 Japan 1979
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), 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."
WARNER BROS P-10184W Japan 1976
Media : Excellent (EX), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER, Discoloration on Obi *The image is not from the actual item.
Important in the history of black music.
A new type of music that combines jazz, rock, soul, and funk.
City Pop, Funk, Jazz-Funk, Soul
RCA RVL-8037 Japan 1978
GB£29.01
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER, Crease/Crinkle on Obi *The image is not from the actual item.
This album marked a turning point musically, not only as a player but also as a stronger artist.
The third album released in 1978. It includes popular songs such as "BOMBER," "Shiosai," and "2000 Tons of Rain," which were frequently included in the setlists of later live shows. It is an experimental work that contains elements of various genres.
Tatsuro Yamashita - Greatest Hits Of Tatsuro Yamashita
AIR RAL-8803 Japan 1982
GB£26.31
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER, with Booklet *The image is not from the actual item.
Supervised by the man himself! The only officially certified best album from his RCA/AIR days.
Newly remastered, vinyl-cut rock pop.
Sadao Watanabe - California Shower
FLYING DISK VIJ-6012 Japan 1978
GB£5.06
Media : Excellent (EX), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Excellent (EX)
LINER *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.
Grover Washington Jr - Winelight
ELEKTRA P-10974E Japan 1980
GB£9.01
Media : Excellent (EX), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER, Hard Stain on Cover, Stain on Liner *The image is not from the actual item.
A historic masterpiece by Grover Washington Jr.
A representative work of the fusion scene of the 80's.
POLYDOR 28MM 0186 Japan 1982
Media : Excellent (EX), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER *The image is not from the actual item.
A classic Fusion song. The title song is still played often on the radio.
This was their second album, released in 1982. In Japan, this was their first album. Following the huge success of this album, their official first album, "Drivin' Hard," was later released in Japan.
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.
Tatsuro Yamashita - Come Along 2
Jazz-Funk, Funk, Soul, Disco, City Pop
AIR AIR-8005 Japan 1984
GB£42.53
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER, Stain on Liner
The best album from the AIR label era.
It was a big hit at the time, reaching the top 10 on the album charts.
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+)
LINER, Hard Stain on Cover *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.
Masayoshi Takanaka - Super Takanaka Live!
KITTY MKF 1058, MKF1058 Japan 1980
GB£6.31
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Acceptable (VG)
LINER, Hard Stain on Cover *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.
Jazz-Funk, Psychedelic Rock, Pop Rock, City Pop
PHILIPS FW-5012 Japan 1976
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER, Hard Stain on Cover, Mark on Media *The image is not from the actual item.
The first debut album featuring many talented musicians.
It is clear that Akiko Yano's unique style has been evident since her debut.
Terumasa Hino - City Connection
FLYING DISK VIJ-6020 Japan 1979
GB£8.47
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Excellent (EX)
LINER, Media Soiled *The image is not from the actual item.
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.
Jazz-Funk, Soul-Jazz, Soul-Jazz
COLUMBIA PC 32731 US 1983
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+)
Minor Scratch on Media, B-2 Small scratches
The most important "black funk manifesto" album that changed the very nature of music.
An important work from the heyday of the genius Herbie Hancock's electric music, which continues to have a wide-ranging and profound influence on music of the future, from jazz to funk and hip hop.
Miles Davis - Man With The Horn
CBS SONY 25AP 2095 Japan 1981
GB£10.10
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER
Miles Davis' comeback album after six years of silence
A masterpiece that combines a pop quality that sets it apart from Miles' previous works.
Soul-Jazz, Jazz-Funk, Soul, City Pop
PHILIPS S-7007 Japan 1977
GB£10.10
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER, Hard Stain on Cover, Hard Stain on Obi
Popular Japanese/city pop albums.
A wide range of vocalizations, from strong style to sweet, mellow tone.
Jazz-Funk, Smooth Jazz, Fusion
POLYDOR 28MM 0250 Japan 1982
GB£11.72
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER, Discoloration on Cover, Discoloration on Obi *The image is not from the actual item.
A&M AMP-6071, SP-4790 Japan 1979
GB£4.25
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Excellent (EX)
LINER, Light Mark on Media, Liner Soiled *The image is not from the actual item.
A timeless Herb Alpert masterpiece.
A trumpeter who is known for his wide range of styles including jazz, rock and pop.
BLUE NOTE GP 3120, GP-3120 Japan 1977
GB£4.15
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER, Media Soiled *The image is not from the actual item.
A masterpiece that represents the fusion boom of the time.
Crews on acoustic guitar and Lee Ritenour on electric guitar.
INFINITY VIJ-6305 Japan 1979
GB£5.06
Media : Excellent (EX), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER *The image is not from the actual item.
Once you hear it, you won't be able to get it out of your head.
An impressive album with a refreshing tropical sound.
FLYING DISK VIJ-6001 Japan 1977
GB£8.47
Media : Excellent (EX), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Excellent (EX)
LINER *The image is not from the actual item.
A giant of Japanese jazz! A huge hit album by alto saxophone player Sadao Watanabe.
They created a fusion scene with famous album title tracks.
POLYDOR 28MM 0225 Japan 1982
GB£5.77
Media : Excellent (EX), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER *The image is not from the actual item.
A big hit album by the British fusion band "Shakatak"
Their third hit album included the hit song "Invitations."
WARNER BROS P-11265 Japan 1983
GB£6.85
Media : Excellent (EX), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Excellent (EX)
LINER *The image is not from the actual item.
A juicy and popular work from the 80's.
A timeless mechanical backtrack and groove feel.
Masayoshi Takanaka - Traumatic Kyokutou Tanteidan
EASTWORLD WTP-90340 Japan 1985
GB£12.80
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER, Scratch/damage on Cover *The image is not from the actual item.
A must-listen masterpiece from guitar hero Masayoshi Takanaka!
This is a masterpiece that not only exudes freshness but also features fast-paced playing.
