Released 46 years ago this June
Toki no Nai Hotel
Yumi Matsutoya · 1980
45 min · 9 tracks · J-pop · folk rock · jazz fusion
A lush tapestry of jazz-infused melodies and introspective lyrics that evoke a sense of wistful nostalgia.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wistful nostalgia in melodies
- steady melodic journey throughout
- ideal for reflective moments
- background warmth for solitude
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking high-energy tracks
- prefer standalone singles
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1980, 'Toki no Nai Hotel' was Yumi Matsutoya's fourth studio album, following her breakthrough with 'Hikaru Kaze' in 1978. At this point in her career, she had solidified her status as a leading figure in the J-pop scene, blending genres like city pop and folk rock to create a unique sound that resonated deeply with listeners.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Anri· Mariya Takeuchi· Kiyotaka Sugiyama
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 セシルの週末 5:28
- 2 時のないホテル 4:14
- 3 Miss Lonely 4:27
- 4 雨に消えたジョガー 5:00
- 5 ためらい 3:44
- 6 よそゆき顔で 4:29
- 7 5cmの向う岸 6:25
- 8 コンパートメント 7:16
- 9 水の影 4:02
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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