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Pressing was done at Sony Music's factory in Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginally released in June 1982, \"Awakening\" is Hiroshi Sato's fourth album and his first for Alpha Records, following his career in Los Angeles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeaturing Canadian vocalist Wendy Matthews and utilizing the advanced drum machine of the time, the \"\"LinnDrum,\"\" this mellow and soulful album perfectly blends Sato's sound with the American West Coast vibe. It has transcended generations, continuing to influence many musicians. Guest guitarists include Tatsuro Yamashita, Tsunehide Matsuki, and Yuji Toriyama. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Great Tracks","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42490553106641,"sku":"4547366675726","price":52.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0589\/2866\/0689\/files\/hiroshi-sato-awakening-blue-color-vinyl-lp-4547366675726-great-tracks-good-taste-records-323196.png?v=1738980814"},{"product_id":"hiroshi-sato-super-market-clear-yellow-color-vinyl-lp","title":"Hiroshi Sato - Super Market (Clear Yellow Color) Vinyl LP","description":"\u003cp\u003eHiroshi Sato’s landmark solo debut album, recorded at Electra Studios in California with the support of local musicians including Amos Garrett and Joe Carrello. 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Alongside mellow gems such as “Saigo no Tejina” (also sung by Nanako Sato), “Minami Kaikisen”, and “Yamate Hotel”, the album features the outstandingly funky “Bad Junky Blues”.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginal Release: LX-7009 (January 25, 1977)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nippon Columbia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42957751976145,"sku":"4549767364018","price":52.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0589\/2866\/0689\/files\/hiroshi-sato-time-clear-deep-blue-color-vinyl-lp-nippon-columbia-good-taste-records-6744304.png?v=1769896275"},{"product_id":"hiroshi-sato-awakening-special-edition-blue-color-vinyl-lp","title":"Hiroshi Sato - Awakening (Special Edition) (Blue Color) Vinyl LP","description":"\u003cp\u003eA cornerstone of Japanese city pop, Hiroshi Sato's 1982 album Awakening blends his refined production with the sun-bleached feel of the American West Coast, where he had just spent time working. Featuring Canadian vocalist Wendy Matthews and early LinnDrum programming, it stays warm and soulful despite its machine heartbeat, with guitar from none other than Tatsuro Yamashita. This 40th anniversary double LP adds off-vocal takes, bonus tracks, and remixes, freshly cut and pressed on Clear Blue and Aqua Blue vinyl. Street date: November 13, 2026.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Great Tracks","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43179990384849,"sku":"4547366822830","price":69.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0589\/2866\/0689\/files\/hiroshi-sato-awakening-special-edition-blue-color-vinyl-lp-great-tracks-sony-japan-good-taste-records-8586294.png?v=1783781481"},{"product_id":"hiroshi-sato-aqua-transparent-aqua-blue-color-vinyl-lp","title":"Hiroshi Sato - Aqua (Transparent Aqua Blue Color) Vinyl LP","description":"\u003cp\u003eAqua is Hiroshi Sato at his most weightless. Released in 1988, it sits at the far end of his run through city pop and fusion, trading the funk of his earlier records for something cooler and more spacious, all glassy keyboards and arrangements that leave air between everything. It is the kind of album that works as a summer record and a late-night record without changing a note. 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