Rockoon
T-Square · 1980
39 min · 9 tracks · jazz fusion
A vibrant fusion of jazz and pop, blending intricate melodies with tight grooves and infectious rhythms.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady groove for focused work
- vibrant energy for social gatherings
- catchy melodies for sing-alongs
- consistent progression with climaxes
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- dislike intricate melodic structures
Where this album fits
- Themes
- Tokyo nightlife· playful instrumentation· jazz fusion evolution
- Career context
- Released in 1980, 'Rockoon' was T-Square's fifth studio album, marking their transition into a more accessible sound that appealed to a wider audience. This album followed their breakthrough with 'Blue in Green,' showcasing the band’s evolution as prominent figures in the jazz fusion scene in Japan.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Casiopea· Chick Corea Elektric Band· Larry Carlton
- Sounds like this from elsewhere
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Casiopea by Casiopea — Shares vibrant grooves and playful melodies, embodying the same jazz fusion spirit of Tokyo's nightlife.Black Market by Weather Report — Features tight rhythms and engaging improvisations, reflecting the same evolution in jazz fusion accessibility.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Rockoon 3:15
- 2 Really Love 4:46
- 3 Tomorrow’s Affair 4:44
- 4 Banana 4:34
- 5 The Way I Feel 1:54
- 6 Little Pop Sugar 6:55
- 7 Come Back 3:52
- 8 It’s Happening Again 3:32
- 9 Good Night 5:40
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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