The Water of the Rainbow
T-Square · 1983
40 min · 10 tracks · jazz fusion
A vibrant blend of intricate jazz fusion and melodic sensibility, rich with rhythmic complexity.
Why this album works
This album is significant for its commercial success, reaching high positions on Japanese music charts and contributing to the growing popularity of jazz fusion in the country during the early 1980s. The track 'Hank & Cliff' became particularly notable, often recognized as a classic within the genre and influencing subsequent artists in Japan's jazz scene.
- Best for
- dynamic journey with rhythmic shifts interludes that enhance flow vibrant melodies for focused listening
- Context
- Released on May 21, 1983, 'The Water of the Rainbow' was T-Square's fifth studio album, following their breakthrough album 'T-SQUARE' in 1982. By this time, they had solidified their reputation within the jazz fusion scene in Japan, showcasing an evolution in their sound characterized by sophisticated arrangements and catchy melodies.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Capsule· Toshinobu Kubota· Tokyo Ska Paradise Orchestra· Akiko Yano· Naoko Terai· Junko Onishi· Melt-Banana· Yoko Kanno
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Hello Goodbye 2:32
- 2 君はハリケーン 5:32
- 3 Sabana Hotel Standout 5:02
- 4 Stingray 1:26
- 5 Hank & Cliff Standout 5:18
- 6 黄昏で見えない 4:23
- 7 From 03 to 06 (Receivers) 5:08
- 8 カピオラニの通り雨 5:27
- 9 Barbarian 4:33
- 10 Hello Goodbye (Reprise) 1:20
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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