A Farewell To The Seashore = 午後の水平線 – Naoya Matsuoka = 松岡直也* – LP – Pre Owned Vinyl (Arrives in 14days)

Naoya Matsuoka’s ‘A Farewell To The Seashore = 午後の水平線’ is a rare gem from the golden age of Japanese jazz fusion, radiating a coastal tranquility that is both evocative and transportive. Matsuoka, a virtuoso pianist and composer, weaves intricate melodies with subtle Latin influences, crafting each track as a vignette of sunlight on water and the gentle hush of an afternoon horizon. This album stands out for its impeccable musicianship—every piano run and percussive flourish feels purposeful, inviting the listener to linger in moments of melodic reflection. Culturally, it captures the essence of Japan’s 1980s jazz scene, where Western sophistication met Eastern sensibility, resulting in music that feels timeless yet distinctly of its era. For collectors and audiophiles, ‘A Farewell To The Seashore’ is more than a listening experience; it’s an invitation to drift, dream, and revisit memories tinged with salt air and fading daylight. If you seek a record that balances technical brilliance with emotive storytelling, this album deserves a cherished spot in your collection.

Track List:
A1 – Sunspot Dance = サンスポット・ダンス – 5:35
A2 – A Farewell To The Seashore = 午後の水平線 – 6:14
A3 – Maple Wind = メイプル・ウィンド – 5:28
A4 – Oblivion In The Sand = オブリビオン・イン・ザ・サンド – 4:14
B1 – Evening Calm = 夕なぎ – 4:30
B2 – Free Voyage = フリー・ヴォイッジ – 4:04
B3 – Monologue = モノローグ – 5:54
B4 – The Last Summer Day = ザ・ラスト・サマー・デイ – 5:12