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Ocean BreezeMasayoshi Takanaka Ocean Breeze (Vinyl) Masayoshi Takanakas Ocean Breeze is a vibrant live album originally released in 1982, capturing the energy and musicianship of one of Japans most celebrated guitarists at the height of his popularity. Recorded during his Power Play 8081 tour, the album showcases Takanakas signature blend of jazz fusion, funk, and tropical tinged city pop. Unlike his studio releases, Ocean Breeze delivers a dynamic, performance
Masayoshi Takanaka - Ocean Breeze (Vinyl)
Masayoshi Takanaka’s Ocean Breeze is a vibrant live album originally released in 1982, capturing the energy and musicianship of one of Japan’s most celebrated guitarists at the height of his popularity. Recorded during his “Power Play ’80–’81” tour, the album showcases Takanaka’s signature blend of jazz fusion, funk, and tropical-tinged city pop.
Unlike his studio releases, Ocean Breeze delivers a dynamic, performance-driven experience, featuring extended arrangements and seamless transitions between songs. The opening “Medley” sets the tone with a flowing mix of themes, while tracks like “Plastic Tears,” “Thunder Storm,” and “Finger Dancin’” highlight Takanaka’s virtuosic guitar work and the tight interplay of his live band.
With its breezy atmosphere and polished musicianship, Ocean Breeze stands as one of Takanaka’s most accessible live recordings—perfect for both longtime fans and those discovering his catalog through the growing global interest in Japanese fusion and city pop. In recent years, Takanaka’s music has seen a major resurgence among international audiences, further cementing releases like this as essential listening.
This vinyl reissue brings the album’s warm, analog character back to life, making it a standout addition for collectors of Japanese jazz fusion and classic city pop-era recordings.
Features:
- Vinyl reissue of Masayoshi Takanaka’s 1982 live album
- Recorded during the “Power Play ’80–’81” tour
- A blend of jazz fusion, funk, and city pop influences
- Showcases Takanaka’s signature guitar style and live arrangements
- A key release in Japan’s early ’80s fusion scene
Tracklist
| Track | Title |
|---|---|
| A1 | Medley |
| A2 | Plastic Tears |
| A3 | Thunder Storm |
| B1 | Soon |
| B2 | Finger Dancin' |
| B3 | Heartache |
| B4 | Tropic Birds |
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