Himiko Kikuchi made an immediate mark on Japan’s jazz-fusion scene with Don’t Be Stupid, her groove-driven 1980 debut. Kikuchi’s expressive electric piano and keyboards move easily between sleek jazz, funk, disco, and Latin-inflected rhythms, balancing melodic sophistication with an energetic ensemble sound.
World-renowned saxophonist Ernie Watts appears as a featured guest, bringing a fluid, powerful counterpoint to Kikuchi’s playing throughout the album. Reissued by Teichiku Entertainment as part of City Pop on Vinyl 2026, this Light in the Attic exclusive edition is pressed on transparent yellow vinyl.
- Transparent yellow vinyl
- Limited-edition 1LP reissue
- Part of City Pop on Vinyl 2026
- Originally released in 1980
- Featuring saxophonist Ernie Watts
- Japanese jazz-fusion, funk, disco, and Latin influences
| Side |
Track |
Title |
| A |
1 |
Stormy Spring |
| A |
2 |
What's Baby Singin' |
| A |
3 |
For My Buddy |
| A |
4 |
Vampire |
| B |
1 |
Flight in the Moonlight |
| B |
2 |
Stiff Vamp |
| B |
3 |
Tear Drops |
| B |
4 |
Mambo Is Magic |