{"product_id":"ocean-breeze","title":"Ocean Breeze","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMasayoshi Takanaka - Ocean Breeze (Vinyl)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMasayoshi Takanaka’s \u003cem\u003eOcean Breeze\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e is a vibrant live album originally released in \u003cstrong\u003e1982\u003c\/strong\u003e, capturing the energy and musicianship of one of Japan’s most celebrated guitarists at the height of his popularity. Recorded during his \u003cstrong\u003e“Power Play ’80–’81” tour\u003c\/strong\u003e, the album showcases Takanaka’s signature blend of jazz fusion, funk, and tropical-tinged city pop. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike his studio releases, \u003cem\u003eOcean Breeze\u003c\/em\u003e delivers a dynamic, performance-driven experience, featuring extended arrangements and seamless transitions between songs. The opening \u003cstrong\u003e“Medley”\u003c\/strong\u003e sets the tone with a flowing mix of themes, while tracks like \u003cstrong\u003e“Plastic Tears,” “Thunder Storm,”\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e“Finger Dancin’”\u003c\/strong\u003e highlight Takanaka’s virtuosic guitar work and the tight interplay of his live band. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its breezy atmosphere and polished musicianship, \u003cem\u003eOcean Breeze\u003c\/em\u003e stands as one of Takanaka’s most accessible live recordings—perfect for both longtime fans and those discovering his catalog through the growing global interest in Japanese fusion and city pop. In recent years, Takanaka’s music has seen a major resurgence among international audiences, further cementing releases like this as essential listening. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003evinyl reissue\u003c\/strong\u003e brings the album’s warm, analog character back to life, making it a standout addition for collectors of Japanese jazz fusion and classic city pop-era recordings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVinyl reissue of Masayoshi Takanaka’s 1982 live album\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecorded during the “Power Play ’80–’81” tour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA blend of jazz fusion, funk, and city pop influences\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShowcases Takanaka’s signature guitar style and live arrangements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA key release in Japan’s early ’80s fusion scene\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTracklist\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable cellpadding=\"8\" border=\"1\" style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eTrack\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eTitle\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMedley\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlastic Tears\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThunder Storm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eB1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoon\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eB2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinger Dancin'\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eB3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeartache\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eB4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTropic Birds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Masayoshi Takanaka","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45201993695279,"sku":null,"price":43.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0235\/1375\/9791\/files\/4x.webp?v=1776109279","url":"https:\/\/audio-exchange.com\/products\/ocean-breeze","provider":"Audio-Exchange","version":"1.0","type":"link"}