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.
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.
INFINITY VIJ-6305 Japan 1979
JP￥449
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
Heavy Mark on Media, Discoloration on Cover *The image is not from the actual item.
Once you hear it, you won't be able to get it out of your head.
An impressive album with a refreshing tropical sound.
A&M AMP-6071, SP-4790 Japan 1979
JP￥299
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER, Slight Scuff on Cover, Minor Scratch on Media, Liner Soiled *The image is not from the actual item.
A timeless Herb Alpert masterpiece.
A trumpeter who is known for his wide range of styles including jazz, rock and pop.
BLUE NOTE GP 3120, GP-3120 Japan 1977
JP￥299
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Acceptable (VG)
*The image is not from the actual item.
A masterpiece that represents the fusion boom of the time.
Crews on acoustic guitar and Lee Ritenour on electric guitar.
POLYDOR 28MM 0225 Japan 1982
JP￥780
Media : Excellent (EX), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Excellent (EX)
LINER, Crease/Crinkle on Cover *The image is not from the actual item.
A big hit album by the British fusion band "Shakatak"
Their third hit album included the hit song "Invitations."
JVC VIJ-6301, JVC-6301 Japan 1978
JP￥299
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER, Discoloration on Cover, Light Mark on Media *The image is not from the actual item.
Debut album of Japanese fusion band, Native Sun
This is a highly acclaimed album in the United States by Native Son, a band formed in the midst of the fusion boom by musicians with jazz backgrounds.
VERVE MV 4007 Japan 1977
JP￥1584
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER
A masterpiece of jazz groove with vibrant organ.
A masterpiece by Jimmy Smith and Lalo Schifrin. The funky drive of the organ and the power of the orchestra combine to create a gorgeous sound that combines the essence of jazz and film music.
WARNER BROS P-10385W Japan 1977
JP￥580
Media : Excellent (EX), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER, Cover Soiled, Obi Soiled *The image is not from the actual item.
MCA VIM-6269 Japan 1981
JP￥449
Media : Excellent (EX), Jacket : Excellent (EX)
LINER, Sticker on Cover *The image is not from the actual item.
An 80's work that represents the height of maturity and sophistication of jazz fusion.
Urban and mellow, the Crusaders present "adult jazz".
LAX AW-1015 Japan 1976
JP￥579
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER, Mark on Media *The image is not from the actual item.
The famous harmonica player from "WAR"!
This is an impressive album with nostalgic harmonica playing in the background of tight playing.
Jazz-Funk, Fusion, Hard Bop, Contemporary Jazz, Afrobeat
PHONOGRAM EW-8048 Japan 1977
JP￥479
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Excellent (EX)
LINER *The image is not from the actual item.
This album contains a live performance from 1976, in which Sadao Watanabe won the Grand Prize at the Agency for Cultural Affairs Arts Festival.
The "Sadao Watanabe Recital" held at the Tokyo Postal Savings Hall on October 19, 1976, won the Agency for Cultural Affairs Arts Festival Grand Prize in the jazz category. This is the recording of that event.
Jazz-Funk, Rhythm & Blues, Soul
MCA VIM-6324 Japan 1984
JP￥624
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Excellent (EX), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER, Discoloration on Liner *The image is not from the actual item.
A crossover fusion group featuring Joe Samburu.
A sound that incorporates elements of R&B and funk into the hard bop concept.
Tatsuro Yamashita - It's A Poppin' Time
RCA RVL-4701～2, RVL-4701, RVL-4702 Japan 1978
JP￥13980
Media : Excellent (EX), Jacket : Excellent (EX), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER
A masterpiece live album from Tatsuro's early days.
A jazzy and rich soul space.
ELECTRIC BIRD K28P-6130 Japan 1981
JP￥580
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+)
*The image is not from the actual item.
A work by pianist and arranger Dave Matthews.
Includes songs ranging from groovy to mellow.
FLYING DISK VIJ-6006 Japan 1977
JP￥579
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER, Slight Scuff on Cover, Media Soiled *The image is not from the actual item.
A stunning live album from Nabe Sada in the late 70s.
Released in 1977. Recorded live at the Tokyo Koseinenkin Hall. Beginning with the refreshing Cross Over Sound track "Just Cruisin'", this album conveys the enthusiasm of the time.
COLUMBIA PG 34688, 34688 US 1977
JP￥980
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Acceptable (VG)
Cover Soiled, Seam Split, Media Soiled *The image is not from the actual item.
This was a memorable stage where virtually all of VSOP members were present.
You can enjoy Herbie's playing in the black funk genre.
Stanley Clarke - Journey To Love
ATLANTIC P-10081A Japan 1975
JP￥579
Media : Acceptable (VG), Jacket : Acceptable (VG)
LINER, Seam Split
A genius bass player.
This was their third studio album, released in 1975.
MCA VIM-6289 Japan 1982
JP￥1380
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
RENTAL COPY, Sticker on Cover, Obi Stick to Cover, Mark on Media *The image is not from the actual item.
A long-lived fusion group representing the East Coast of the United States.
A mellow album featuring beautiful alto sounds.
TAPPAN ZEE 25AP 2686 Japan 1983
JP￥350
Media : Excellent (EX), Jacket : Acceptable (VG)
LINER, Hard Stain on Cover *The image is not from the actual item.
Bob James' 11th album includes "Marco Polo," a familiar song from the Suntory commercial.
This album features a sexy and catchy jacket, a departure from the creepy and unpopular jacket work of the previous album. The first track, "Ludwig," features a fusion arrangement of Beethoven's Symphony No. 9.
WARNER BROS BS 3061 US 1977
JP￥648
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Acceptable (VG)
Ring Wear on Cover *The image is not from the actual item.
MCA VIM-6310 Japan 1983
JP￥579
Media : Acceptable (VG), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Excellent (EX)
LINER, Media Warped
"Spyro Gyra" continues to reign as the top fusion group!
The refreshing and innovative sound led by the saxophone resonates pleasantly.
Mayumi Itsuwa - Live II / Telling The Truth
UM SOLL 123-UM Japan 1975
JP￥579
Media : Very Good Plus (VG+), Jacket : Very Good Plus (VG+), Obi : Very Good Plus (VG+)
LINER, Cover Soiled, Crease/Crinkle on Obi *The image is not from the actual item.
A live album featuring a host of talented musicians.
Released in 1975. The second live album recorded at the now defunct Shibuya Jan Jan small theater.
BLUE THUMB YX-8099-AU Japan 1977
JP￥579
Media : Acceptable (VG), Jacket : Excellent (EX)
LINER *The image is not from the actual item.
A hit album released at the group's turning point!
The intensity of the previous work is toned down, and the sophisticated crossover music feel is more pronounced.
