Isao Suzuki
Three Cushion (LP)
FormatLPLabelKing Records JapanGenreJazz & Improvisation
Preorder: Releases April 16th 2027 (ships as soon as it is released)
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A 1981 collaborative album by Isao Suzuki, one of Japan’s leading jazz bassists, and tenor saxophonist Akira Miyazawa. Long cherished by jazz fans as a hidden gem of Japanese jazz, the album features thrilling, groove-driven performances. Accomplished musicians including Motohiko Hino (Drums) and Yoshiaki Miyanoue (Guitar) join in, engaging in intense exchanges of improvisation. Also known as Isao Suzuki’s first digitally recorded album, this long-awaited release marks its first-ever vinyl reissue.
The sextet is completed by Tadanori Konakawa on trombone and Ichiro Doi on piano. Recorded at King Records No. 2 Studio by Hatsuro Takanami, produced by Motohiko Takawa and Suzuki.
Japanese reissue by King Records for the Sound Fuji archive project, first vinyl reissue. Newly cut from a 96kHz/24bit transfer of the original master tapes. Sleeve, obi and liner notes follow the original edition. Originally released November 21st 1981 on Paddle Wheel (K28P-6119).
