Masayoshi Takanaka - Rainbow Goblins
Fusion, Psychedelic Rock, City Pop
KITTY 36MK9101-2 Japan 1981
JP￥6980~8980
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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￥1980~2880
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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.
Sadao Watanabe - California Shower
FLYING DISK VIJ-6012 Japan 1978
JP￥199~579
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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￥350~1180
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￥449~1480
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￥780~780
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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.
Fusion, Jazz-Funk, Disco, City Pop
KITTY 28MS 0015 Japan 1982
JP￥3280
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER, Mark on Media
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This album is widely regarded as the masterpiece of one of Japan's leading guitarists, Takanaka Masayoshi.
Released in 1982, it was the first fusion album to reach number one on the Oricon charts in Japan.
Jazz-Funk, Smooth Jazz, Fusion
POLYDOR 28MM 0250 Japan 1982
JP￥380~1780
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George Benson - George Benson Collection
WARNER BROS P-5599~600W Japan 1981
JP￥579~780
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￥580~1680
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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￥780~1280
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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￥1480
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Acceptable (VG), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER, Water Damaged
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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￥380~1980
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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.
Masayoshi Takanaka - Horizon Dream
Jazz-Funk, Funk, Fusion, City Pop
KITTY 25MK 9001 Japan 1981
JP￥980
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Acceptable (VG)
Hard Stain on Cover
Sparkling guitar and dreamy synths paint a picture of "Beyond the Sky"
A spectacular collaboration of guitar, synth and fusion sensibilities.
WARNER BROS P-11264 Japan 1982
JP￥3480~6980
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.
KITTY MKF-1010 Japan 1977
JP￥5480
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Acceptable (VG), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER, Scratch/damage on Cover, Crease/Crinkle on Obi
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A popular early work!
An album filled with catchy numbers.
Chick Corea - Return To Forever
POLYDOR MPF 1136 Japan 1978
JP￥1480
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Acceptable (VG), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER, Hard Stain on Cover
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A hit that opened the door to fusion music.
A highly transparent work that exudes a pastoral comfort throughout.
Miles Davis - Man With The Horn
CBS SONY 25AP 2095 Japan 1981
JP￥980~2980
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Miles Davis' comeback album after six years of silence
A masterpiece that combines a pop quality that sets it apart from Miles' previous works.
INVITATION VIH-28043 Japan 1981
JP￥199~399
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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￥1780~1980
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.
MCA VIM-6220 Japan 1980
JP￥380~780
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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.
Mahavishnu Orchestra - Birds Of Fire
CBS SONY SOPL 175 Japan 1973
JP￥780
Media : Excellent (EX), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER
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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."
MCA VIM 6195 Japan 1979
JP￥879~1680
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The Crusaders' hit album, also known as the bible of fusion music.
After overcoming the departure of a member in 1976, the band welcomed female singer Randy Crawford and the first song, "Street Life," became a hit.
Masayoshi Takanaka - Can I Sing
Free Jazz, Fusion, Future Jazz, Electro, City Pop
KITTY 28MS 0045 Japan 1983
JP￥3280
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER
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Guitarist Masayoshi Takanaka's ambitious 10th album, featuring sequencer-based programming for the first time.
The musicians who participated in the production included Toriyama Yuji, Naruse Yoshihiro (Cassiopeia), and drummer Okai Daiji.
