Pocket Music = ポケット・ミュージック – Tatsuro Yamashita = 山下達郎* – LP – Pre Owned Vinyl (Arrives in 21days)

Released in 1986, ‘Pocket Music’ stands as a testament to Tatsuro Yamashita’s uncanny ability to capture the bittersweet essence of everyday life through sound. This album is a cornerstone of the city pop movement, blending intricate pop songwriting with warm analog production and subtle jazz influences. Yamashita crafts songs that pulse with urban sophistication—every track feels like a snapshot of Tokyo’s luminous nights and sunlit mornings, inviting listeners to wander through memory and modernity alike.

The album features a seamless fusion of synthesizers, lavish harmonies, and Yamashita’s unmistakable vocals, creating a sonic landscape both polished and deeply personal. Tracks like “Pocket Music” and “Melody” showcase his flair for melodic hooks that linger long after the needle lifts. For vinyl collectors, this record is more than a nostalgic artifact; it’s a window into an era when Japanese pop was reaching new creative heights. Owning ‘Pocket Music’ means holding a piece of musical history—one that continues to inspire artists and listeners worldwide with its emotional resonance and timeless charm.

Track List:
A1 – 土曜日の恋人 = Doyōbi No Koibito – 2:59
A2 – ポケット・ミュージック = Pocket Music – 5:19
A3 – Mermaid – 4:27
A4 – 十字路 = Jūjiro – 3:45
A5 – メロディ、君の為に = Melody, Kimi No Tameni – 5:10
B1 – The War Song – 5:04
B2 – シャンプー = Shampoo – 4:11
B3 – ムーンライト = Moon Light – 2:57
B4 – Lady Blue – 4:03
B5 – 風の回廊（コリドー）= Kaze No Corridor – 3:56