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Love & Rain: Love Songs

Toshinobu Kubota · 2010

71 min · 16 tracks · J-pop · contemporary R&B · jazz

A smooth blend of contemporary R&B and jazz-inflected melodies that evoke warmth and nostalgia.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • wave-like pacing for relaxation
  • nostalgic warmth for cozy evenings
  • dynamic journey with emotional shifts
  • intimate moments for late nights
  • uplifting vibes for reflective moods

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking fast-paced excitement
  • prefer standalone singles only

Where this album fits

Career context
In 2010, Toshinobu Kubota was celebrating over two decades in the music industry, having established himself as a prominent figure in J-pop. 'Love & Rain: Love Songs' marked his return to love-themed ballads after exploring various genres in earlier works. This album showcases his evolution as an artist while paying homage to his roots in romantic songwriting.
Stylistic neighbors
Kenshi Yonezu· Miliyah Kato· Ai

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

Disc 1

  • 1 LOVE RAIN 〜恋の雨〜 (松尾潔リミックス) 6:13
  • 2 Always Remain 4:53
  • 3 Missing 〜2010カラット〜 4:35
  • 4 雨音 (in your face vocal) 4:16
  • 5 Hold Me Down 3:22
  • 6 朝陽の中で微笑んで 5:47
  • 7 Riding to the Sight 5:35
  • 8 RAIN 4:08
  • 9 a Love Story (Bond street ver.) 5:14
  • 10 It’s Time to Smile 5:42
  • 11 Candy Rain 4:38
  • 12 Our Christmas 5:17
  • 13 LOVE RAIN 〜恋の雨〜 4:51
  • 14 LA・LA・LA LOVE SONG 〜Midnight Piano Version〜 6:56

Disc 2

  • 1 LOVE TRAIN 〜恋の雨〜
  • 2 海へ来なさい (7月29日東京公演スペシャル)

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