Masayoshi Takanaka - Natsu・Zen・Kai- (Blue Vinyl)
This is Preorder. The estimated ship date is July 2026.
Limited to 1 copy per person
夏・全・開
- LP pressed on blue vinyl
- Celebrating the 50th anniversary of his solo debut
- Packed with killer summer tunes
- Newly remastered with high-resolution audio sourced from the original master tapes
- Cut at Abbey Road Studios in London
Celebrating the 50th anniversary of his solo debut, a selection of fan-favorite titles from the Kitty Years by Japan’s legendary guitar virtuoso Masayoshi Takanaka has been newly remastered.
Amid the ongoing global resurgence of Japanese fusion, Masayoshi Takanaka’s music continues to gain momentum not only in Japan but also throughout Europe and the United States. Sourced from the original master tapes in high-resolution audio, these releases were newly remastered and cut at Abbey Road Studios, London. All three titles were mastered by Alex Wharton, one of Abbey Road’s premier engineers. Each album is pressed on color vinyl, thoughtfully expanding on the visual motifs of the original jacket artwork.
Kicking off with the unforgettable line, “It’s so hot! I want to go somewhere!”, the album instantly whisks listeners away to a sun-soaked tropical escape with its reggae-inspired opener. From beginning to end, Takanaka’s smooth, soaring guitar lines radiate an endless summer vibe. Highlights include the fully Latin-infused “CUBAN HEELS”, featuring Orquesta Del Sol, and the electrifying, funk-charged “DANCING TO CAT GUITAR.”
Record Label:
Universal Music Japan - UPJY-9539
Barcode: 4988031847077
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