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DESCRIPTION
Originally released in 1972, this debut solo album by Tetsu Yamauchi—known for his roles in Miki Curtis & Samurai and the British rock band Free—captures a pivotal moment in Japanese rock history. Recorded during a brief return to Japan, the album bridges East and West with effortless style.
The record brims with standout moments: the raw guitar swagger of “Wiki Wiki,” the funk-rock pulse of “First Time,” “How To Cook,” and “Orange Dog,” and the smoky, soulful vocals of Eleanor on tracks like “Alexander Stone,” “Why,” and “Baby Blue.” Yamauchi’s bass work and songwriting deliver a groove-heavy, emotionally resonant experience that balances introspection and swagger.
Now remastered by Makoto Kubota (ex-Les Rallizes Dénudés) and reissued with deluxe packaging, this long-overlooked album is a must for collectors of early '70s Japanese psych, funk, and rock.
Deluxe edition features:
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Remastered by Makoto Kubota (ex-Les Rallizes Dénudés)
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Gatefold jacket
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Obi strip included
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Extensive liner notes by Shinichi Ogawa (Japanese & English)
TRACKLIST
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Wiki Wiki
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Alexander Stone
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First Time
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Why
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Dad & Mom
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Who Would I Be In The World Babe
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How To Cook
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Baby Blue
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Orange Dog
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Sun Down