Hiroshi Sato: Awakening - Special Edition (Japan Import, Colored Vinyl) Vinyl 2LP - PRE-ORDER｜ Other Products

"To commemorate the 40th anniversary of 'Awakening,' the 2022 double vinyl edition 'Awakening Special Edition' is being reissued with a brand-new cutting. Originally released in 1982 as Hiroshi Sato’s fourth studio album and his first release after moving to Alfa Records, 'Awakening' was recorded following his time working in Los Angeles. Featuring Canadian vocalist Wendy Matthews, the album also introduced cutting-edge drum machine technology at the time, including the LinnDrum. It masterfully blends Hiroshi Sato’s refined production sensibility with the atmosphere of the American West Coast. Far from sounding mechanical despite its programmed elements, the album delivers a mellow, soulful, and borderless sound that continues to inspire generations of musicians. Guitarists Tatsuro Yamashita, Tsunehide Matsuki, and Yuji Toriyama also participated in the sessions. Disc 1 contains the original 1982 version of the album. Disc 2 includes vocal off-track versions, off sound-effect tracks featuring ocean waves, the previously added 1986 CD bonus track 'BLUE AND MOODY MUSIC (WENDY’S VERSION),' and a 2005 remix of 'IT ISN’T EASY' by Hiroshi Sato himself." - Great Tracks / Sony Japan

special edition expanded w/ full disc of bonus tracks + alternate versions
clear blue & aqua blue colored double vinyl pressing (please note: actual pressing color and packaging may differ from mock-up photo)

newly remastered
high quality Japan import
limited edition
original release year: 1982
music label: Great Tracks / Sony Japan 2026

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Brand:Hiroshi SatoCategory:_music-FUNK-ROCKSKU:lp-18870Tags:deluxe, Funk / Soul Vinyl, limited edition, pre-order, Sounds Of Japan Vinyltype:Vinyl 2LP