About this item

Kingo Hamada’s iconic 4th album, and acclaimed 1982 masterpiece, is a timeless blend of sophisticated urban grooves, mellow soul and City Pop elegance originally released during his time with the label Alfa Moon.

Featuring a lineup of skilled musicians, including his close friend and ace guitarist Makoto Matsushita, who has been enjoying a surge of international popularity in recent years.

In 2017, 'Crystal Dolphin' by Engelwood sampled 'Machi no Dorufin' from Hamada's 1982 'Midnight Cruisin' album. 'Crystal Dolphin' later became a popular Internet meme. The original song, 'Machi No Dorufin', gained widespread prominence as a result of Engelwood's sample.

Includes the fan-favorite ‘Midnight Cruisin’.’ Essential for fans of Japanese City Pop & Yacht Rock.

TRACK LISTING

1. 抱かれに来た女
2. 横顔のタクシー・ドライバー
3. SO, I LOVE YOU
4. 街のドルフィン
5. ほのかなイリュージョン
6. MIDNIGHT CRUISIN’
7. せめてからりと晴れてくれ
8. シャワールームのある風景
9. 真夜中のテニス・コート