One
of the key records that really helped cement the strong reputation
of Tatsuro Yamashita in the 70s – served up with the kind
of standout material that easily made him one
of the most soulful Japanese singers
of his time! Yamashita arranged and produced the whole set, which has these warm
jazzy bac
kings that include some early keyboard work from Ryuichi Sakamoto – and Tatsuro has an ear for well-produced grooves that almost rival some
of the best Cali soul
of the period, save for the fact that his lyrics here are all in Japanese! Titles include "Bomber", "Monday Blue", "Love Celebration", "Follow Me Along", "2000 Feet
Of Rain", "This Could Be The Night", and "Paper Doll".
(Great Japanese pressing, with obi! Cover has a tiny bump in the corner, but is great overall.)