Masayoshi Takanaka - Jolly Jive
KITTY MKF 1055 Japan 1979
JP￥2480
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Acceptable (VG)
LINER, Discoloration on Obi, Mark on Media
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."
Masayoshi Takanaka - Rainbow Goblins
Fusion, Psychedelic Rock, City Pop
KITTY 36MK9101-2 Japan 1981
JP￥6980
Media : Excellent (EX), Jacket : Acceptable (VG)
LINER, Hard Stain on Cover *The image is not from the actual item.
A concept album created based on a picture book.
A masterpiece that matches tropical guitar with a mythical concept.
Earth Wind & Fire - I Am (- Master Sound)
Fusion, Rhythm & Blues, Funk, Disco
CBS SONY 25AP 1400 Japan 1979
JP￥2880
Media : Excellent (EX), Jacket : Excellent (EX)
LINER *The image is not from the actual item.
This album marked a turning point for the group as they approached AOR.
Released in 1979, it reached number 3 on the Billboard pop chart and number 1 on the R&B chart.
Contemporary Jazz, Fusion, Jazz-Funk, City Pop
KITTY MKF 1063 Japan 1980
JP￥1780
Media : Excellent (EX), Jacket : Acceptable (VG), Obi : Acceptable (VG)
LINER, Hard Stain on Obi, Hard Stain on Cover
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.
EPIC ECPO-39 Japan 1975
JP￥480
Media : Acceptable (VG), Jacket : Acceptable (VG)
Seam Split, Scuff on Cover, Media Soiled, Disc scratches *The image is not from the actual item.
A masterpiece from 1975 that will remain in rock history.
Jeff Beck's masterpiece.
Sadao Watanabe - California Shower
FLYING DISK VIJ-6012 Japan 1978
JP￥299
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER *The image is not from the actual item.
It features a pleasant melody and sound.
Released in 1981, this is an important work in Sadao Watanabe's career.
Chick Corea - Return To Forever
POLYDOR MP 2273 Japan 1972
JP￥1180
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Acceptable (VG), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER, Scratch/damage on Cover, Crease/Crinkle on Obi
A hit that opened the door to fusion music.
A highly transparent work that exudes a pastoral comfort throughout.
BETTER DAYS YX-7265-ND Japan 1980
JP￥980
Media : Excellent (EX), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER
Not only is this a masterpiece by jazz guitarist Kazumi Watanabe, but also a great Japanese fusion album.
Recorded in New York, this is Watanabe Kazumi's biggest hit. It includes the smash hit commercial song "Unicorn."
Masayoshi Takanaka - Super Takanaka Live!
KITTY MKF 1058, MKF1058 Japan 1980
JP￥980
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER *The image is not from the actual item.
A must-listen album for fans featuring live recordings from the Christmas Super Live concert with Yosui Inoue held at the Budokan on December 23rd and 24th, 1979.
He also performed live the famous song "Kurofune" by the Sadistic Mika Band, of which he was a member, and his performance was mouth-watering.
Jazz-Funk, Smooth Jazz, Fusion
POLYDOR 28MM 0250 Japan 1982
JP￥1280
Media : Excellent (EX), Jacket : Excellent (EX)
LINER *The image is not from the actual item.
George Benson - George Benson Collection
WARNER BROS P-5599~600W Japan 1981
JP￥579
Media : Acceptable (VG), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER, with Booklet, Fogged on Media
A compilation of George Benson's charms.
Released in 1981. You can also enjoy pop-oriented songs.
Masayoshi Takanaka - Finger Dancin'
KITTY 17GK7908 Japan 1980
JP￥1980
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
*The image is not from the actual item.
A legendary masterpiece by one of Japan's leading guitarists.
Enjoy the light and melodic playing.
Fusion, Classic Rock, Latin Jazz
CBS SONY 40AP 787~8 Japan 1977
JP￥580
Media : Acceptable (VG), Jacket : Acceptable (VG)
LINER, Scuff on Cover, Media Soiled *The image is not from the actual item.
A mix of passionate performances and highly polished studio recordings.
Enjoy Santana's magnificently wild guitar playing to your heart's content.
Masayoshi Takanaka - Traumatic Kyokutou Tanteidan
EASTWORLD WTP-90340 Japan 1985
JP￥980
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Acceptable (VG), Obi : Acceptable (VG)
LINER, Hard Stain on Cover, Tear on Obi, Mark on Media *The image is not from the actual item.
A must-listen masterpiece from guitar hero Masayoshi Takanaka!
This is a masterpiece that not only exudes freshness but also features fast-paced playing.
CBS SONY 28AH 1693 Japan 1984
JP￥879
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER, Opened Shrink Wrap on Cover *The image is not from the actual item.
The 8th high-profile album by the band known as the Square
The album includes the songs "ALL ABOUT YOU" and "TRAVELERS," which were used in a Suntory whiskey commercial. The band's popularity increased when band member Takeshi Ito appeared in the commercial.
Weather Report - Heavy Weather
CBS SONY 25AP 357 Japan 1977
JP￥1280
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+)
*The image is not from the actual item.
With their innovative concept, they led the fusion boom of the time.
They created a sound world that symbolized the 70's.
WARNER BROS P-11264 Japan 1982
JP￥6980
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER, Scratch/damage on Cover, Mark on Media
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.
Miles Davis - Man With The Horn
CBS SONY 25AP 2095 Japan 1981
JP￥980
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Acceptable (VG)
LINER, Hard Stain on Cover
Miles Davis' comeback album after six years of silence
A masterpiece that combines a pop quality that sets it apart from Miles' previous works.
Masayoshi Takanaka - Brasilian Skies
Fusion, Jazz-Funk, Latin Jazz, City Pop
KITTY MKF 1033 Japan 1978
JP￥5980
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER *The image is not from the actual item.
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.
INVITATION VIH-28043 Japan 1981
JP￥249
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Excellent (EX)
LINER, Heavy Mark on Media *The image is not from the actual item.
The pinnacle of Japanese Brazilian jazz by Japanese jazz singer Yasuko Agawa
Their fifth and first original album, released in 1981, includes the club hit "Skindo Re Re."
BETTER DAYS YX-7595-ND Japan 1979
JP￥780
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Acceptable (VG)
LINER, Scratch/damage on Cover, Mark on Media
A masterpiece born from the passion that could only exist in that time and place.
A legendary band session that remains in the history of Japanese fusion music.
CBS SONY SOPL 238 Japan 1973
JP￥5980
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER, Crease/Crinkle on Cover
The most important "black funk manifesto" album that changed the very nature of music.
An important work from the heyday of the genius Herbie Hancock's electric music, which continues to have a wide-ranging and profound influence on music of the future, from jazz to funk and hip hop.
MCA VIM-6220 Japan 1980
JP￥449
Media : Excellent (EX), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER *The image is not from the actual item.
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.
ALFA ALR-28016 Japan 1981
JP￥2980
Media : Excellent (EX), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER
Mahavishnu Orchestra - Birds Of Fire
CBS SONY SOPL 175 Japan 1973
JP￥879
Media : Excellent (EX), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+)
Hard Stain on Cover *The image is not from the actual item.
The best-selling album that had a major impact on jazz and rock
Mahavishnu Orchestra's 1973 second album, also known as a "fusion classic."
