WARNER BROS P-10184W Japan 1976
GB£1080~1980
Important in the history of black music.
A new type of music that combines jazz, rock, soul, and funk.
George Benson - George Benson Collection
WARNER BROS P-5599~600W Japan 1981
GB£6.31
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER, Slight Scuff on Cover, Minor Scratch on Media
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A compilation of George Benson's charms.
Released in 1981. You can also enjoy pop-oriented songs.
POLYDOR 28MM 0186 Japan 1982
GB£249~980
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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.
Soft Rock, Pop Rock, Smooth Jazz
A&M AMP-28125 Japan 1985
GB£10.10
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER
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This is his first solo album, produced with the help of some of the most accomplished jazz musicians.
You can listen to jazz rock that can be considered a return to the basics.
Sadao Watanabe - Morning Island
FLYING DISK VIJ-6018 Japan 1979
GB£280~579
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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.
Wes Montgomery - A Day In The Life
A&M LAX 3091 Japan 1976
GB£10.10
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER
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A bridge between pop and modern, drawn by the master of jazz guitar.
Montgomery, who brought innovation to the jazz world, has created an ambitious work that boldly incorporates pop and rock music of the time.
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.
FLYING DISK VIJ-6001 Japan 1977
GB£780~1540
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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.
Jazz-Funk, Smooth Jazz, Fusion
POLYDOR 28MM 0250 Japan 1982
GB£1080~1780
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CBS SONY 28AH 1514 Japan 1983
GB£249~890
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Marine's fourth album, released in 1983.
The cover photo is also one of the attractions of this album.
SONY MUSIC AICL-1700 Japan 2005
GB£38.05
Media : New (M), Jacket : New (M)
SEALED
This is the first greatest hits album, containing most of the singles.
His first greatest hits album, released in 2005, is a million-seller that features his debut singles "STARS," "CRESCENT MOON," "Yuki no Hana," and more, all in chronological order of their release.
Smooth Jazz, Rhythm & Blues, Soul
WARNER BROS P-13047 Japan 1984
GB£12.80
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER
The ultimate AOR sound.
Whispering love day and night. Feeling like Benson all day long. I want to share this romantic feeling with you.
Sadao Watanabe - Orange Express
CBS SONY 25AH 1280 Japan 1981
GB£279~579
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A huge hit album by the famous duo with Dave Grusin.
The music is pop and melodic, with African and Brazilian influences.
Wes Montgomery - California Dreaming
Smooth Jazz, Cool Jazz, Easy Listening, Easy Listening
VERVE V6-8672, V6/8672 US 1966
GB£9.01
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+)
Discoloration on Cover
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Wes Montgomery's California Dreamin'
A masterpiece of American jazz that elevates pop songs into brilliant jazz performances.
POLYDOR 28MM 0313 Japan 1983
GB£549~579
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Includes the popular song "Dark Is the Night."
The fourth album released in 1983.
Naomi Akimoto - One Night Stand
Smooth Jazz, Synth-pop, City Pop
INVITATION VIH-28084 Japan 1982
GB£7.39
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER
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A standard number album by former jazz singer and talent Naomi Akimoto
A collection of enjoyable masterpieces from the Invitation Label, featuring unique arrangements spanning jazz, fusion, AOR, rock, and new wave.
Toshiki Kadomatsu - Sea Is A Lady
Jazz-Rock, Smooth Jazz, City Pop, City Pop
AIR RAL-8847 Japan 1987
GB£9980~9980
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Midsummer ripples created by Kadomatsu
Toshiki Kadomatsu puts his singing aside to create this instrumental masterpiece, showcasing his guitar and sophisticated sound.
POLYDOR 28MM 0225 Japan 1982
GB£380~780
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A big hit album by the British fusion band "Shakatak"
Their third hit album included the hit song "Invitations."
Casiopea - Halle / Hoshi Zora / Looking Up (Live)
ALFA ALR-12003 Japan 1985
GB£780~780
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Cassiopeia was a popular band in the early to mid-80s.
Based on rock and funk, it expresses a "Cassiope" feel.
Sadao Watanabe - Greatest Hits
FLYING DISK VIJ-28001 Japan 1980
GB£199~549
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Fusion saxophone player.
Selections from three smash hit albums.
Epic ESCA 6100 Japan 1994
GB£5.23
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+)
Scuff on Case, Plastic Discoloration on Case, Case Soiled
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The ultimate in smoothness
A best selection that condenses Sade's aesthetics.
EPIC PE 34966 US 1977
GB£4.25
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+)
Crease/Crinkle on Cover
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A masterpiece by Tom Scott, the band leader of LA Express, which includes tracks that are also popular as sampling sources.
His fourth solo album, released in 1977. Contains eight tracks in total, including the popular sampling song "Shadows" and the second and fourth opening themes of the TV drama "Starsky and Hutch," "Gotcha (Theme from Starsky and Hutch)."
CBS SONY 25AP 1870(TZ), 25AP 1870 Japan 1980
GB£580~780
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Released in 1980. A masterpiece by Bob James, a representative of the jazz fusion and adult contemporary world.
You can enjoy the light and stylish melody and sophisticated sound.
Yutaka Yokokura - Love Light (Limited Edition)
Fusion, Jazz-Funk, Smooth Jazz
SONY MUSIC SOLUTIONS MHJL 296 Japan 2023
GB£24.10
Media : New (M), Jacket : New (M), Obi : New (M)
SEALED, Obi
A sophisticated fusion breeze that resonates across the ocean
A hidden masterpiece of city pop, where Yokokura Yutaka's delicate sensibility is brought to fruition through collaboration with skilled LA musicians.
Jazz-Rock, Jazz-Funk, Smooth Jazz
MCA VIM-6263 Japan 1981
GB£580~980
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This hit reached number one on the Billboard Jazz Albums chart and 41st on the overall album chart.
The fifth album, released in 1981. The pleasant, sunny sound of this work captivated not only Jazz/Fusion fans but also other genres.
