Jolly Jive
Original Release Date: December 1, 1979. Remastered and cut by Alex Wharton (Abbey Road Studios, London) Masayoshi Takanaka’s fifth album, marking the pinnacle of his tropical fusion sound. In addition to the smash hit “Blue Lagoon,” which was famously used in a Pioneer commercial at the time, the album features standout tracks such as “Radio Rio” with Ryuichi Sakamoto, “Parallel Turn” showcasing Takanaka’s vocals, and the emotionally charged guitar piece “Rainy Day Blue.” A collection of classic tracks from start to finish.
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Original Release Date: December 1, 1979. Remastered and cut by Alex Wharton (Abbey Road Studios, London) Masayoshi Takanaka’s fifth album, marking the pinnacle of his tropical fusion sound. In addition to the smash hit “Blue Lagoon,” which was famously used in a Pioneer commercial at the time, the album features standout tracks such as “Radio Rio” with Ryuichi Sakamoto, “Parallel Turn” showcasing Takanaka’s vocals, and the emotionally charged guitar piece “Rainy Day Blue.” A collection of classic tracks from start to finish.
