Masayoshi Takanaka - BRASILIAN SKIES
Fusion, Fusion, Jazz-Funk, Latin Jazz, J-pop
UNIVERSAL MUSIC JAPAN UPJY-9509 Japan 2025
GB£25.88
Media : New (M), Jacket : New (M)
SEALED, Blue Vinyl, 180g
Speaking of the summer of Masayoshi Takanaka, the eternal summer man
The sound is influenced by Latin music and reflects his free musicality, creating a pleasant, sunny and cool sound.
Masayoshi Takanaka - Jolly Jive
KITTY MKF 1055 Japan 1979
GB£1480~1780
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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."
Grover Washington Jr - Winelight
ELEKTRA P-10974E Japan 1980
GB£1980~2480
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A historic masterpiece by Grover Washington Jr.
A representative work of the fusion scene of the 80's.
Miles Davis - Man With The Horn
CBS SONY 25AP 2095 Japan 1981
GB£10.10
Media : Excellent (EX), 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.
WARNER BROS P-10184W Japan 1976
GB£780~1980
Important in the history of black music.
A new type of music that combines jazz, rock, soul, and funk.
Isao Suzuki Quartet + 2 - Orang-Utan
three blind mice MHJL-358 Japan 2024
GB£28.26
Media : New (M)
180g
POLYDOR 28MM 0186 Japan 1982
GB£780~980
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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.
KITTY MKF-1010 Japan 1977
GB£29.01
Media : Excellent (EX), Jacket : Acceptable (VG), Obi : Acceptable (VG)
LINER, Obi Cut Off, Scratch/damage on Cover
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A popular early work!
An album filled with catchy numbers.
Contemporary Jazz, Fusion, Jazz-Funk, City Pop
KITTY MKF 1063 Japan 1980
GB£12.80
Media : Excellent (EX), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER
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.
Sadao Watanabe - California Shower
FLYING DISK VIJ-6012 Japan 1978
GB£199~549
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It features a pleasant melody and sound.
Released in 1981, this is an important work in Sadao Watanabe's career.
Fusion, Jazz-Funk, Disco, City Pop
KITTY 28MS 0015 Japan 1982
GB£18.20
Media : Excellent (EX), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER
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.
Sadao Watanabe - Morning Island
FLYING DISK VIJ-6018 Japan 1979
GB£380~580
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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.
Masayoshi Takanaka - Finger Dancin'
KITTY 17GK7908 Japan 1980
GB£11.55
Media : Excellent (EX), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER, Hard Stain on Cover, Hard Stain on Obi, Sticker on Cover
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A legendary masterpiece by one of Japan's leading guitarists.
Enjoy the light and melodic playing.
Masayoshi Takanaka - All Of Me
Fusion, Fusion, Jazz-Funk, Disco
UNIVERSAL MUSIC JAPAN UPJY-9511 Japan 2025
GB£37.77
Media : New (M), Jacket : New (M)
SEALED, Green Vinyl, 180g
His first best album.
This work gives a renewed impression of sophisticated tropical guitar sound.
Masaru Imada - Green Caterpillar
SONY MUSIC LABELS MHJL 418 Japan 2025
GB£28.85
Media : New (M), Jacket : New (M)
SEALED
This little-known masterpiece by Imada Masaru continues to captivate fans with the sophisticated urban funk song "Green Caterpillar" and the lyrical and passionate "Spanish Flower."
Masayoshi Takanaka - Brasilian Skies
Fusion, Jazz-Funk, Latin Jazz, City Pop
KITTY MKF 1033 Japan 1978
GB£10980~10980
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Speaking of the summer of Masayoshi Takanaka, the eternal summer man
The sound is influenced by Latin music and reflects his free musicality, creating a pleasant, sunny and cool sound.
Terumasa Hino - City Connection
FLYING DISK VIJ-6020 Japan 1979
GB£580~1380
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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.
VERVE MV 4007 Japan 1977
GB£10.10
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER
A masterpiece of jazz groove with vibrant organ.
A masterpiece by Jimmy Smith and Lalo Schifrin. The funky drive of the organ and the power of the orchestra combine to create a gorgeous sound that combines the essence of jazz and film music.
Jazz-Funk, Smooth Jazz, Fusion
POLYDOR 28MM 0250 Japan 1982
GB£980~1780
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WARNER BROS P-11265 Japan 1983
GB£380~980
A juicy and popular work from the 80's.
A timeless mechanical backtrack and groove feel.
MCA VIM-6220 Japan 1980
GB£380~730
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Spyro Gyra's third album following their smash hit second
This is the third album by Spyro Gyra, a synonymous fusion band, and was certified gold after selling 500,000 copies five years after its release.
CBS SONY SOPJ 92~93, SOPJ 92-93 Japan 1975
GB£27.39
Media : Excellent (EX), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+)
Sticker on Cover
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A masterpiece of electric jazz.
It brings together musical elements such as rock, R&B, and funk.
INFINITY VIJ-6305 Japan 1979
GB£380~980
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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.
