Strikes Twice = ストライクス・トワイス – Larry Carlton = ラリー・カールトン* – LP – Pre Owned Vinyl (Arrives in 14days)

“Strikes Twice = ストライクス・トワイス” captures Larry Carlton at that sweet intersection of studio mastery and street-level groove, just as the 1970s rolled into the slicker sound of the early ’80s. Known for shaping the sonic DNA of Steely Dan and countless West Coast sessions, Carlton steps fully into the spotlight here, letting his guitar sing with a tone so vocal you can almost hear the lyrics.

The album leans into jazz-fusion, but never loses its melodic core. You get tightly arranged tunes, supple rhythm sections, and solos that build with narrative logic rather than empty flash. Keys, bass, and drums lock into a relaxed but purposeful pocket, leaving Carlton free to glide from bluesy bends to harmonically rich lines that reward close listening.

For vinyl collectors, this record is a snapshot of the era when fusion still felt intimate, groove-oriented, and recorded with real warmth. It’s the kind of album you can put on for focused listening or let spin through an evening with friends, discovering new details each time. If you love guitar tone, thoughtful composition, and that polished yet human L.A. studio sound, this is an essential addition to the shelf.

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