Fascination - 門あさ美* = Asami Kado - LP - Pre Owned Vinyl (Arrives in 21days)

Asami Kado’s 1980 album "Fascination" is a quietly influential artifact from Japan’s golden city pop era, where breezy pop melodies met sophisticated jazz arrangements. Kado’s voice—delicate yet assured—glides over lush instrumentation, conjuring images of neon-lit boulevards and late-night radio. Every track is meticulously crafted, blending Western pop sensibilities with subtle Japanese lyricism, resulting in a sound that’s cosmopolitan yet unmistakably local. The album’s production, rich with analog warmth, is a testament to an era when studio musicianship and songwriting were at their peak in Japan. For vinyl collectors, "Fascination" is more than a record; it’s a window into a uniquely optimistic moment in Japanese pop culture. It captures the wistfulness of youth and the promise of modernity, making it a favorite among crate-diggers and tastemakers alike. If you’re searching for an evocative listen—one that’s both timeless and transporting—this album deserves a special place in your collection. Rediscover why city pop continues to inspire listeners and artists around the globe through the magnetic allure of Asami Kado’s "Fascination." Track List: A1 - Morning Kiss - 4:08 A2 - Keep On Loving - 4:00 A3 - Stop Passing Night - 5:00 A4 - South Shore - 2:27 A5 - Good Luck - 4:35 B1 - Fascination - 5:06 B2 - Darling - 4:08 B3 - Smile For Me - 5:04 B4 - Fancy Evening - 4:18 B5 - Blue - 4:25