Yasuko Love-Bird 阿川泰子
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A long-awaited LP vinyl reissue that is very popular as a Japanese AOR masterpiece. Makoto Matsushita is a well-known guitarist who participated in the fusion funk group AB’s with Tomaru Yoshino. The album is full of AOR taste, originally released in 1981. The original version is recreated and the photo jacket by Kaoru Ijima is faithfully reproduced.✺ Originally released in 1985 by Moon Records✺ Pressed on black vinyl✺ First ever reissue on vinyl

✺ Japanese Record Store Day 2021 Exclusive✺ First time on 7"Momoe Shimano gained popularity for her cool singing voice during the R & B boom that swept the 2000s.From “Free Soul Moe Her Mellow Lovers Twilight Amour”, which was announced in 2009 and attracted many listeners in a blink of an eye, the number that decorated the opening is the long-awaited analog release.The A-side, which beautifully covers Minako Yoshida’s famous song “Shooting Star of Love,” is a mellow number that matches the voice that sings while looking up at the original song and the softly swaying electric piano.On the B side, a Japanese R & B “Late Show” that swings gently is coupled to acid jazz-like. I would like you to get the songs that are indispensable for tracing the genealogy of Japanese soul-R & B and city pop, with 7inch.

✺ Long-awaited repress on Sky Blue Vinyl✺ Midnight Pretenders was recently sampled on The Weeknd’s album, Dawn.fmTomoko Aran’s “Midnight Pretenders” Recorded album “Floating Space” has been repressed on a Sky Blue Vinyl because it was sampled by The Weeknd!With Masatoshi Nishimura of FENCE OF DEFENSE as the sound producer, this work is a novel work that incorporates not only new wave and rock elements, but also mellow songs and experimental sounds, but in recent years it has fueled the popularity of city pop. In response, the mellowness “I’m In Love” “Midnight Pretenders” and the cosmic sound “Hannya” have become popular because they have led to re-evaluation overseas and young people who did not know the time (original release was 1983)."

✺ Originally released in 1983✺ Only album ever released by Megumi Saito and Yoko Hashimoto✺ Includes groovy singles such as “Kowareta Wiper” and “Lucky Strike Man”The only album by Megumi Saito and Yoko Hashimoto, released in 1983. Together with prominent musicians, Kazuo Shiina, who was active as a regular member of Tatsuro Yamashita’s band, Hiromasa Suzuki, who was active across genres, Hiroshi Shinkawa, who later worked on Omega Tribe and others, participated as an arrangement team, and you can hear an urban sound full of city feeling. Includes 10 songs including “Kowareta Wiper”, the only single with a comfortable mellow disco groove, and “Lucky Strike Man” with a reggae taste.

Repress from this AOR / City pop album from 1983.Coems as LP + booklet with obi-strip

Introducing the legendary City Pop album "Heaven Beach" by Anri, now available on black vinyl LP at our store.Released in 1986, "Heaven Beach" is a classic of the Japanese City Pop genre, featuring Anri's angelic vocals, upbeat rhythms, and catchy hooks. The album captures the essence of summer and the beach, with songs that transport you to a world of sunshine, sand, and good vibes.This LP edition has been carefully remastered from the original tapes, ensuring the highest quality sound possible. The black vinyl pressing also adds a touch of sophistication and style to the already stunning artwork."Heaven Beach" is a must-have for any fan of City Pop, Anri, or Japanese music in general. It's an album that has stood the test of time and continues to inspire generations of music lovers. Order now and experience the magic of this classic Japanese album on high-quality black vinyl.✺ Pressed on black vinyl✺ Limited edition✺ Japanese press✺ First time reissued on vinyl record