Name: Nippon Guitars
Brand: Takeshi Terauchi

Tax rate EU

Default:19

Supplier EU

Rough Trade UK

Total Cap

Format detail

Colour details

Discogs ID

Limited edition

Colour

Black

Format Music EU

Extended format

Extended format: No

Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: No

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Download code

Download code: No

Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Release date

2011-10-31

Format multiplier

Catalogue number

WIKD297

UPC / Barcode

29667429719

Black LP

CDWIKD297

Artist

Takeshi Terauchi

Label EU

Unknown

Genre EU

Psychedelic

Unknown is a UK record label that was launched in 2012 by Rupert Cogan, also known as DJ Haus. The label originated from a party of the same name that took place in 2011. It is alternatively abbreviated as UTTU.

With its inception, Unknown has quickly established itself as a prominent player in the music industry. The label showcases an impressive roster of talented artists and performers who consistently deliver groundbreaking and innovative music.

Unknown's diverse catalogue spans across various genres, including electronic, house, techno, and more. Their releases are characterized by their unique sound and distinctive style, captivating listeners with their infectious beats and mesmerizing melodies.

Takeshi Terauchi was a Japanese rock n roll guitarist and band leader, known as the 'King of the Electric Guitar'. Born on January 17, 1939 in Tsuchiura, Ibaragi, he founded Takeshi Terauchi & Blue Jeans in 1962. With his innovative guitar playing style, he made a significant impact on the music scene. Sadly, Takeshi Terauchi passed away on June 18, 2021.

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This first ever retrospective of Japanese guitar pioneer Takeshi Terauchi charts his career from the 1960s surf boom, via groovy instrumentals, through to 70s fuzz freak-outs and funk rock. The set was collated by Honest Jon's records' resident Japan-ist, Howard Williams, the man behind the Killing Melody Japanese gangster soundtrack compilation and the Japonica blog and club night. A must-have item for collectors of guitar 'n beats from around the world or anyone with a curiosity for vintage oriental popular music, the collection features a wealth of traditional Japanese folk melodies and 60s J-Pop given an electric guitar battering.

Nippon Guitars

Music EU

Discover Nippon Guitars by Takeshi Terauchi. A retrospective of the Japanese guitar pioneer's career, featuring surf, funk rock, and fuzz freak-outs. Available in various formats from an unknown label.