Ocean Breeze – Takanaka* – LP – Pre Owned Vinyl (Arrives in 14days)

Few instrumental albums radiate sheer joy and technical mastery quite like Takanaka’s ‘Ocean Breeze.’ Released during a period when Japanese fusion and city pop were coming into their own, this record is both a gentle nod to surf culture and a showcase for Takanaka’s fluid, expressive guitar playing. Each track is a miniature sonic postcard, layered with playful melodies, lush arrangements, and a sense of effortless cool. Rather than relying on bombast, Takanaka crafts intricate soundscapes that invite you to slow down and savor every detail—be it the crystalline percussion or the subtle synth flourishes drifting beneath the guitar’s bright tone. The album’s title is no accident: there’s a bracing freshness to these compositions, as if you’re catching a sea breeze on a sun-drenched afternoon, far from the hustle of city life. For collectors, ‘Ocean Breeze’ embodies the sophisticated charm of late-70s Japanese instrumental music, bridging jazz virtuosity with pop accessibility. It’s a must-have for anyone drawn to records that evoke a place and feeling, and for listeners who appreciate musicianship that’s both technically impressive and deeply inviting.

Track List:
A1 – Medley – 7:42
A2 – Plastic Tears – 5:09
A3 – Thunder Storm – 5:09
B1 – Soon – 6:13
B2 – Finger Dancin’ – 4:06
B3 – Heartache – 5:41
B4 – Tropic Birds – 6:32