Masabumi Kikuchi - Poo-Sun LP (Black Vinyl)

• Pressed on black vinyl
• Landmark masterpiece featuring the era-defining classic “Dancing Mist”
• Captures Kikuchi’s extraordinary talent at full force
• Japanese import - no cancellation policy

Want to discover the man behind the nickname “Poo-Sun”? Start with POO-SUN, a landmark masterpiece by legendary Japanese jazz pianist Masabumi Kikuchi, featuring the era-defining classic “Dancing Mist.”

Widely regarded as one of Japan’s greatest pianists, Kikuchi was a visionary musician whose distinctive approach and commanding presence helped shape the Japanese jazz scene from his professional debut in the late 1950s until his passing in 2015. Celebrated both in Japan and internationally, he left behind an extraordinary discography, with POO-SUN, named after his longtime nickname, standing among the defining works of his career.

Built around the powerful interplay of two keyboards and two drum sets, the album delivers a deeply rhythmic, dynamic sound that balances sophisticated musical interplay with raw, visceral energy. At its heart is “Dancing Mist,” a remarkable composition that captures the full maturity of Kikuchi’s musical vision. Elsewhere, “Yellow Carcass in the Blue” reveals a more ethereal and atmospheric side, while “Puzzle Ring” pushes forward with thrilling intensity.

Bold yet nuanced, intricate yet instinctive, POO-SUN is an essential recording that showcases Masabumi Kikuchi at the height of his creative powers and remains a landmark in the history of Japanese jazz.

Record Label:

Universal Music Japan PROZ-7933

Barcode: 4988031927649

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