Rhythm & Blues, Soul, Synth-pop
EPIC 25・3P-399 Japan 1982
GB£1980~5480
A well-known smash hit and club classic
Since its release in 1982, it has become the title track of the best-selling album in human history, "THRILLER," and has become a classic with numerous house remakes.
EPIC 28·3P-555 Japan 1984
GB£1580~1680
A monumental work that made him a pop idol.
A shuffle-like beat and pop that makes you want to jump around.
Pop Rock, Soft Rock, Synth-pop
CASABLANCA 25S-164 Japan 1983
GB£280~549
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Listen to this and you'll feel like you're in the 80s! A timeless classic that gave birth to the dance boom.
Packed with hit songs! The bestselling soundtrack to the youth dance movie that was a worldwide hit.
DISCOMATE DSP-5110 Japan 1979
GB£449~1280
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Disco sounds that fill the dance floor.
A song with a strong disco feel.
Culture Club - Colour By Numbers
VIRGIN VIL-6072 Japan 1983
GB£380~780
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Includes many hit pop songs.
A representative 80's pop song featuring a deep, soulful vocal.
Yellow Magic Orchestra - Yellow Magic Orchestra
ALFA ALR-6020 Japan 1979
GB£1980~3480
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It sparked a techno boom.
Oriental Electronic Pop
Kiyotaka Sugiyama - Another Summer
Kayōkyoku, Synth-pop, Boogie, City Pop
VAP 30170-28 Japan 1985
GB£7.40
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER
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This "summer" album was the first to reach number one on the album charts.
Their 4th album, released in 1985. It was the only original album released during the summer (June to August) and included the single "Futari no Natsu Monogatari," which was used as a CM song and became a huge hit.
ALFA ALR-28015 Japan 1981
GB£2980~3480
A popular album known as the best of YMO.
Experimental Japanese electro-classic.
Culture Club - Kissing To Be Clever
VIRGIN VIL-6008, VIRG-6008 Japan 1982
GB£249~549
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It reached number one in the UK and number two in the US. This is the origin of the monster band.
His style is more soulful than pop, and his deep musicality, sexiness, and groovy flavor give him universal appeal.
Soundtrack, Pop Rock, Synth-pop, Funk
WARNER BROS P-13021 Japan 1984
GB£36.04
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER, Scratch/damage on Cover, with Poster
Prince's iconic work released in 1984.
The soundtrack to the film "Purple Rain" starring Prince.
ARISTA 25RS 232, 25RS-232 Japan 1984
GB£15.50
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER, Scratch/damage on Cover, Mark on Media
The soundtrack for the 1984 comedy film "Ghostbusters."
Released in 1984, both the film and the music became cultural phenomena.
Yellow Magic Orchestra - Multiplies
ALFA ALR-28004 Japan 1980
GB£680~1080
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Techno x Comedy = ∞
The fourth album, released in 1980, was a 10-inch mini album that included "TIGHTEN UP," which was later re-cut as a single. It was a groundbreaking work at the time, with comedy skits by the Snakeman Show inserted between songs. It felt more like a "planned" album than an original album.
Electric Light Orchestra - Xanadu
Soundtrack, Synth-pop, Disco, Ballad
JET 25AP 1900 Japan 1980
GB£680~1280
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The ELO sound and Olivia's clear voice match perfectly.
Includes the movie's theme song! A gorgeous electropop classic tune.
Akina Nakamori - New Akina Etranger
Kayōkyoku, Synth-pop, City Pop
REPRISE L-12580 Japan 1983
GB£249~549
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A glimpse of the artist's aspirations in this 4th album by a group of talented artists.
Released in 1983. European recording featuring Yoko Aki, Kazuo Zaitsu, Shinji Tanimura, Haruomi Hosono, and Yokohama Ginbae. No singles included.
Duran Duran - Seven & The Ragged Tiger
EMI EMS-91072 Japan 1983
GB£1480~1980
This is the best early work, featuring the single "The Reflex," which was a hit in both the US and the UK.
The third album, released in 1983, debuted at number one on the UK album chart. In the US, it peaked at number eight on the Billboard 200 on February 11, 1984, and continued to be in the top ten after the previous two albums.
Kiyotaka Sugiyama - Singles History
Synth-pop, Kayōkyoku, City Pop
VAP 30176-28 Japan 2002
GB£580~980
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Seven of the 10 tracks are appearing on the album for the first time.
This group has a Shonan vibe to it, but also has a chic urban feel to it.
Soundtrack, Hard Rock, Hi NRG, Synth-pop
CBS SONY 28AP 3210 Japan 1986
GB£23.61
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER, Opened Shrink Wrap on Cover
Soundtrack to the 1986 film "Top Gun" starring Tom Cruise.
Released in 1986, it reached number one on the Billboard album chart. In Japan, it topped the Oricon foreign music album chart for 11 consecutive weeks.
DEAR HEART RAL-8806 Japan 1983
GB£4.69
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER, Scratch/damage on Cover, Discoloration on Cover, Heavy Mark on Media
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You can enjoy everything from bright and pop songs typical of EPO to ballads.
Released in 1983, this album features a host of amazing musicians, delivering a truly outstanding performance.
Yellow Magic Orchestra - Technodelic
ALFA ALR-28030 Japan 1981
GB£18.20
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER
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Remastered by master Ob Ludwig.
Incorporating elements of minimalism and ethnicity, the sound is very dark and tunnel-like.
REPRISE L-12594 Japan 1985
GB£380~780
Fresh sound and overwhelming vocal ability
Released on 85. Won the Excellent Album Award at the 27th Japan Record Awards in the same year.
VICTOR SJX-30207 Japan 1983
GB£12.80
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER, Hairline on Media
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The first album produced by Ryuichi Sakamoto.
Cute and pop, oriental city pop.
