Kingo Hamada - midnight cruisin' +2
WARNER MUSIC JAPAN WQJL2123 Japón 2026
GB£37.77
Media : Nuevo (M), Jacket : Nuevo (M)
SEALED, 180g
"Midnight Cruisin'", an original album released by Hamada Kingo, a representative figure of the Japanese AOR scene, while he was a member of Alpha Moon under the name of Hamada Kingo, will be released in a luxurious 2LP/heavyweight/45 rpm format!
This superb urban mellow masterpiece features talented musicians, including his ally Matsushita Makoto, whose popularity has risen significantly overseas in recent years!
NIPPON COLUMBIA HMJA231 Japón 2026
GB£28.85
Media : Nuevo (M), Jacket : Nuevo (M)
SEALED, Yellow Vinyl
Hiroshi Sato's memorable solo debut album was recorded at Elektra Studios in California with the cooperation of local musicians including Amos Garrett and Joe Calero.
It includes a self-cover of "Rainbow Sealine," which he wrote for Yoshida Minako, and "FWY," which was later covered by Kosaka Tadashi.
NIPPON COLUMBIA HMJA232 Japón 2026
GB£28.85
Media : Nuevo (M), Jacket : Nuevo (M)
SEALED, Blue Vinyl
Sato Hiroshi's second album was produced with an ironclad lineup of musicians including Hosono Haruomi, Tanaka Akihiro, Takamizu Kenji, Hayashi Tatsuo, Murakami "Ponta" Shuichi, Pecker, Saito Nobu, Tokutake Hirofumi, and Yoshikawa Chuei.
In addition to a selection of mellow tunes such as "The Last Magic Jigoku," "Tropical Cancer," and "Yamate Hotel," which were also sung by Nanako Sato, the funky "Bad Junkie Blues" is also excellent.
Makoto Matsushita - FIRST LIGHT
WARNER MUSIC JAPAN WQJL211 Japón 2026
GB£27.07
Media : Nuevo (M), Jacket : Nuevo (M)
SEALED, Orange Vinyl
Makoto Matsushita's "First Light" will be reissued on orange vinyl! The content is the same as the original vinyl release, but this time it's remastered for vinyl in 2025. The booklet is a three-page spread.
Guitarist Makoto Matsushita is known for his participation in the fusion funk group AB's with Fujimaru Yoshino and for his success in pop hits. This album faithfully reproduces the photo jacket by Kaoru Ijima, just like the original.
