Tropical Dandy – Haruomi Hosono – Audio CD – Pre Owned CDs (Arrives in 14days)

Haruomi Hosono’s ‘Tropical Dandy’ is a transformative album that captures the spirit of 1970s Japan while whisking listeners away to imagined equatorial shores. Released in 1975, this record marks a turning point in Hosono’s career, as he fuses Japanese pop sensibilities with Caribbean rhythms and Western folk influences. The result is a playful yet meticulously crafted collection of songs that radiate warmth and inventive energy.

‘Tropical Dandy’ is more than a curiosity—it’s a cornerstone of Japan’s musical evolution, foreshadowing Hosono’s later experiments with Yellow Magic Orchestra and the eventual rise of city pop. The album’s whimsical arrangements, gentle humor, and lush instrumentation offer a refreshing escape, whether you’re a seasoned collector or a newcomer to Japanese music history. Each track unfolds like a postcard from a vivid, imaginary tropics, blending steel drums, bossa nova, and subtle psychedelia.

Owning this album means holding a piece of musical curiosity and ingenuity—a document of cross-cultural exploration that has aged beautifully. It’s a must for those who appreciate boundary-pushing artistry and the laid-back nostalgia of sun-drenched soundscapes.

Track List:
1 – Chattanoooga Choo Choo – 2:48
2 – Hurricane Dorothy – 5:39
3 – 絹街道 – 3:29
4 – 熱帯夜 – 4:54
5 – 北京 Duck – 2:38
6 – 漂流記 – 3:06
7 – Honey Moon – 2:31
8 – 三時の子守唄 – 2:29
9 – 三時の子守唄 – 2:26
10 – 漂流記 – 4:05