EXPRESS ETP-90058 Japan 1981
GB£199~579
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The pinnacle of city pop. The sound, mature lyrics, and vocals are overwhelming.
A variety of Western music sounds, including Latin flavors, oldies-style pop tunes, city pop elements, and reggae.
KITTY 28MS 0090 Japan 1985
GB£680~1280
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This was their biggest hit, reaching number one on the Oricon charts and number one for the year.
An emotional Japanese pop song featuring Tamaki's melodious music and Matsui's romantic lyrics.
Toto - Isolation (- Embossed Sleeve)
CBS SONY 28AP 2929 Japan 1984
GB£349~980
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The vocalist left the band during production, and the new vocalist was the only one to appear on this album, so it was a very turbulent album.
This is their fifth album, released in 1984. Almost all of the songs were released as singles, including "Stranger In Town" and "Change Of Heart." Although it won a gold disc, it did not surpass their previous album, "TOTO IV/Holy Sword."
Christopher Cross - Another Page
WARNER BROS P-11286 Japan 1983
GB£349~980
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This second album contains more songs that allow you to listen carefully to the melodies and beautiful voice than the previous one.
His second album, released in 1983. His first album, "Christopher Cross/The Man from the South," was a huge hit despite being his debut, and won a Grammy Award. This album is overshadowed by his first album, ranking 11th on the Billboard 200 chart, but you can enjoy his beautiful high-pitched voice to the fullest.
KITTY 28MS 0055 Japan 1984
GB£580~730
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This was their second breakthrough album and included the singles "Wine Red Heart" and "Love After Midnight."
This is their second album, released one year and four months after their previous album, "Remember to Remember," released in 1984. Goro Matsui, who would go on to write most of Anzenchitai's lyrics, joined the band from this album onwards. The single "Wine Red no Kokoro" led the way in gradually increasing sales, and this album made Anzenchitai's name known to the world.
CBS SONY 25AP 3 Japan 1980
GB£480~1380
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This is a breakthrough album that almost says "AOR = Boz Scaggs" and is a representative album.
The single "Lowdown" won the Grammy Award for Best R&B Song and became a hit. "We're All Alone" is a standard number that has been covered by many artists.
Anzen Chitai - Dakishimetai Anzenchitai III
KITTY 28MS 0070 Japan 1984
GB£249~579
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Released just seven months after the previous album, this is a divine album that contains no throwaway songs.
The third album released in 1984. It includes the lead single "Koi no Yokan" (Premonition of Love). This song became a hit following "Wine Red no Kokoro" (Heart in Wine Red), and the album also sold a total of 780,000 copies. It ranked third on the 1985 Oricon album chart.
AOR, Funk, Synth-pop, City Pop
VAP 30188-28 Japan 1986
GB£349~680
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His first solo album was released after debuting with Kiyotaka Sugiyama & Omega Tribe's "SUMMER SUSPICION".
The album includes songs that evoke the energy of the 1980s, including "Goodbye Ocean."
AOR, Pop Rock, Funk, Arena Rock
CBS SONY 25AH 485 Japan 1978
GB£220~580
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Nagachan's masterpiece, when it comes to Japanese AOR and city pop
The Shiseido commercial song "Toki yo Tomare" is the perfect example of Nagachan's ballad, and this song is the axis of this mellow, dandy, and sexy masterpiece.
CBS SONY 28AP 2848 Japan 1984
GB£1080~1980
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Steve Perry's first solo album after joining the band Journey
The hit song "Oh, Sherry" from this album solidified his popularity as a solo artist.
WARNER BROS 9 23696-1, 1-23696 US 1982
GB£3780~4480
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The quality of the arrangements and songs is undoubtedly a masterpiece.
Featuring a variety of musical elements including rock and roll, jazz, soul, and R&B.
CBS SONY 25AP 1760 Japan 1980
GB£199~380
A masterpiece AOR album that can be described as urbane and sophisticated.
It shows a stronger rock feel than before.
Michael Franks - Sleeping Gypsy
WARNER BROS P-10306W Japan 1977
GB£10.10
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Acceptable (VG)
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"Mr. AOR" Michael Franks' new and refined city music album.
A representative masterpiece from Michael Franks in 1977. A polished work that was further refined by the completion of his debut album.
KITTY 60MS0120/2, 60MS0120, 60MS0121, 60MS0122 Japan 1986
GB£1380~2480
A three-disc original album consisting of only new songs.
A wide variety of rock pop that transcends genre boundaries.
KITTY 40MS 0080/81 Japan 1985
GB£480~780
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A live album containing recordings from the concert.
Unique feeling, voice and tight performance.
JD Souther - You're Only Lonely
CBS SONY 25AP 1632 Japan 1979
GB£199~580
The solitude of a country rock poet
John David Souther's heartbreaking vocals portray urban loneliness.
Anzen Chitai - Remember To Remember
KITTY 28MS 0025 Japan 1983
GB£12.80
Media : Excellent (EX), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
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This was Inoue Yosui's debut album, released after accompanying him on tour.
Influenced by British New Wave.
CANYON C28A0404 Japan 1985
GB£249~579
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Songs written for other artists are given a new lease of life with vocals by Nakajima Miyuki.
The film conveys the woman's sadness and helplessness, making you want to go in for a drink at a red lantern.
Billy Joel - 52nd Street (- Master Sound)
Pop Rock, Ballad, Latin Jazz, AOR
CBS SONY 30AP 1955 Japan 1982
GB£1980~2480
The sixth album, "New York 52nd Street," topped the US charts for eight consecutive weeks.
Includes Billie's signature ballad "Honesty," as well as hits "Big Shot" and "My Life."
Karla Bonoff - Restless Nights
CBS SONY 25AP 1699 Japan 1979
GB£199~580
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The freshness of the West Coast sound and the warmth of sunshine.
The album is a mix of rock songs and mellow songs.
ARISTA 25RS-146 Japan 1981
GB£280~549
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AOR masterpiece!
Featured in "AOR LIGHT MELLOW Remaster Plus".
