Masayoshi Takanaka – Alone (Blue Vinyl)

Alone is a 1981 solo album by Masayoshi Takanaka. It features a mix of fusion, jazz-funk, electronic and pop-influenced instrumental tracks, showcasing Takanaka’s signature guitar work in lush, melodic settings. Key tracks include “Speed of Love,” “Feedback’s Feel,” “The Night Delay,” “Penguin Dancer” and others that balance energy with atmosphere.

On Alone, Takanaka leans into warm production and layered arrangements—strings, electric piano, percussion and clean lead lines—to create a smooth but expressive soundscape. While there are moments of vibrant, driving guitar, the album often sits in a contemplative groove, with a strong sense of craftsmanship and melodic clarity.

"Takanaka’s eighth original album. A shining and thrilling ride through his world of sound—pure Takanaka style! Originally released with a flexi disc containing 'WHITE LAGOON,' this edition includes the track as a bonus EP." - Universal Music Japan

Features

• 180g clear blue colored double vinyl pressing (please note: actual pressing color and packaging may differ from mock-up photo)
• includes bonus 7" flexidisc (please note: flexi discs are very thin and will not produce the same level of fidelity as a vinyl record)
• remastered and cut at Abbey Road Studios
• limited edition
• original release year: 1981
• music label: Universal Music Japan 2025

Genre: City Pop (Japan)