Nabesada & Charlie – Sadao Watanabe – LP – Pre Owned Vinyl (Arrives in 14days)

Nabesada & Charlie is a quintessential meeting of two alto saxophone giants—Japan’s Sadao Watanabe and the ever-explorative Charlie Mariano. Recorded at the crossroads of 1970s jazz evolution, this album stands as a testament to the creative dialogue possible when artists from different continents find common ground. Watanabe’s melodic clarity interweaves seamlessly with Mariano’s expressive improvisational spirit, resulting in a set that feels both spontaneous and deeply considered. The interplay is never showy; instead, it’s conversational, with each phrase advancing a mutual story. For collectors, this record is more than a collaborative session—it’s a rare document of cross-cultural jazz in its golden era, capturing the warmth and subtlety of analog recording. The rhythm section provides a supple backdrop, allowing both saxophonists to stretch out, explore, and occasionally surprise. If you appreciate the quieter revelations of jazz—where lyricism triumphs over bravado—this album is a must-listen. Nabesada & Charlie rewards repeated listening, each spin revealing new shades of tone and feeling. It’s a record that warmly invites you in, then lingers like an after-hours conversation between old friends.

Track List:
A1 – Comin’ Home Baby – 3:16
A2 – Black Orpheus – 4:22
A3 – One Note Samba – 3:31
A4 – Work Song – 3:35
A5 – Oh Lord Don’t Let Them Drop That Atomic Bomb On Me – 5:36
B1 – The Shadow Of Your Smile – 3:36
B2 – Goin’ Home – 5:20
B3 – On The Trail – 3:14
B4 – My Romance – 4:39
B5 – Secret Love – 3:18