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Released 40 years ago

S.P.O.R.T.S.

T-Square · 1986

45 min · 9 tracks · jazz fusion

Energetic jazz fusion intertwines intricate melodies with dynamic rhythms, showcasing a vibrant interplay of musicianship and improvisation.

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Top tracks — play these first

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    Love Is in My Sight Start here — This opening track establishes the album's vibrant energy with its catchy hooks and intricate arrangements, setting a high bar for the rest of the record.
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    Takarajima — A standout piece that showcases complex harmonies and rhythmic shifts, this track illustrates the band's exceptional musicianship and creative compositions.
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    Passage of Clouds — The album's closing track features an expansive structure and ethereal melodies, encapsulating the emotional depth and improvisational spirit that defines T-Square's sound.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic progression with peaks
  • intricate melodies for detail lovers
  • vibrant energy for active listening
  • uplifting soundscapes for motivation

Maybe skip if you

  • seeking straightforward, instant gratification
  • prefer short, standalone tracks

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Breakthrough — This album solidified T-Square's reputation in the jazz fusion scene.
Themes
Japanese jazz evolution· intricate melodies· dynamic rhythms
Career context
S.P.O.R.T.S. is T-Square's fourth studio album, released at a time when the band was solidifying its place in the Japanese jazz fusion scene. Following their breakthrough album, 'Taste of Love,' this record further established their signature sound and expanded their audience both in Japan and internationally.
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Tracklist

  • 1 Love Is in My Sight Start here 4:11
  • 2 Love All 4:25
  • 3 Hit and Run 4:00
  • 4 Leave Me Alone 5:37
  • 5 Overhead Kick 4:53
  • 6 Drop Goal 5:20
  • 7 Takarajima 5:02
  • 8 Camel Land 5:26
  • 9 Passage of Clouds 6:38

What to play next

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Truth

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R.E.S.O.R.T.

1985

Sets the stage with a similar vibrant sound and musicianship.
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