Masayoshi Takanaka – Finger Dancin'
Label: |
Kitty Records – 17GK7908 |
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Format: |
Vinyl
, 12", 45 RPM, Mini-Album, Stereo
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Country: |
Japan |
Released: |
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Genre: |
Jazz |
Style: |
Jazz-Funk |
Tracklist
| A1 | Space Wagon | |
| A2 | Plastic Tears | |
| B1 | Finger Dancin | |
| B2 | Heart Ache |
Companies, etc.
- Recorded At – KRS Studio
- Recorded At – Kitty Izu Studio
- Manufactured By – Polydor K.K.
- Distributed By – Polydor K.K.
Credits
- Arranged By [Horns] – Satoshi Nakamura (tracks: A1, B1)
- Bass – Akihiro Tanaka
- Conductor – Naochika Yamamoto
- Cover – K. Chigi*
- Creative Director, A&R – Choux Suzuki
- Drums – Masahiro Miyazaki
- Engineer – Susumu Ohno
- Engineer [Assistant] – Izumi Marumo
- Executive-Producer – Hidenori Taga
- Guitar, Producer, Composed By, Arranged By – Masayoshi Takanaka
- Horns – Shunzo Sunahara
- Image Editor – Moonie Ishiyama
- Keyboards, Chorus – Izumi Kobayashi*
- Percussion [Latin] – Yuki Sugawara
- Photography By – Nov Kondow
- Strings – Ohno Group
Barcode and Other Identifiers
- Rights Society: JASRAC
- Other (Price): ¥1,700
- Matrix / Runout (Label side A): 17GK 7908-1
- Matrix / Runout (Label side B): 17GK 7908-2
- Matrix / Runout (Runout side A, stamped): 17GK-7908A K0 XBXC-12-5
- Matrix / Runout (Runout side B, stamped): 17GK-7908B 3-1-8
Other Versions (4)
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Finger Dancin' (Cassette, Album) | Kitty Records | 28CK0010 | Japan | 1980 | ||
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New Submission
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Finger Dancin' (12", 45 RPM, Mini-Album, Promo, Stereo) | Kitty Records | 17GK7908 | Japan | 1980 | ||
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New Submission
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Finger Dancin' (CD, Album, Mini-Album, Limited Edition, Reissue, Remastered, Stereo) | Kitty Records | UPCY-9055 | Japan | 2006 | ||
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New Submission
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Finger Dancin' (CD, Maxi-Single, Reissue, Remastered, Stereo, SHM-CD) | Universal Music | UPCY-6717 | Japan | 2013 |
Recommendations
Reviews
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Masayoshi Takanaka - “Finger Dancin’” (1980) is an energetic mini-album that perfectly captures the essence of 1980s jazz-funk and fusion. Released by Kitty Records, this 12-inch vinyl is a dynamic exploration of rhythms, melodies, and virtuosic guitar performances that have become Takanaka’s signature.
The album opens with “Space Wagon”, a track filled with spacious sounds and pulsating rhythms that immediately immerse the listener in a world of funk-driven euphoria. Other tracks, such as “Plastic Tears” and the title track “Finger Dancin’”, showcase Takanaka’s mastery in blending catchy melodies with tight ensemble playing. His guitar solos are technically flawless yet full of emotion, setting this album apart from other jazz-funk releases.
The sound quality of the album is exceptionally clear, with high-level production that allows every instrumental detail to shine. Each track is meticulously crafted, yet leaves room for improvisation, adding authenticity and spontaneity to the listening experience.
“Finger Dancin’” is an album that works equally well as a soundtrack for relaxation or as energizing music to get you moving. For fans of Masayoshi Takanaka and lovers of jazz-funk, this is a must-have addition to any collection. This mini-album proves that even a shorter format can deliver unforgettable musical experiences. -
Truly A Full Pot Here By Takanaka!
Great Cover, Amazing Songs!
The Most Notorious Track Is Finger Dancin' -
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Sounds really good and the artwork is classic. B side songs are both straight bangers, but A side is still worth listening to
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