Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

180GHMVLP03GOLD

Colour

Black

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Discogs ID

Format multiplier

Download code

Download code: No

Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: No

Extended format

Extended format: No

Format detail

Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2023-09-29

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier GB

Kudos

Tax rate GB

Standard:20

UPC / Barcode

5050580810174

Total Cap

Black LP

Artist

Various

Genre GB

Jazz

Label GB

180g

<p>The 180g label is known for its high-quality vinyl records. They use the proprietary GAIN 2 Ultra Analog™ system to ensure exceptional sound quality. Each record is pressed on 180 gram virgin vinyl, making them durable and long-lasting. Limited editions are available, adding a sense of exclusivity to their collection. Many of these records are cut from DSD copies of the original analogue masters, preserving the authenticity and richness of the music.</p>

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- JIRO INAGAKI 90TH BIRTHDAY GOLD VINYL EDITION, releasing on Mr. Inagaki's birthday: October 3rd, 2023.
- The ultimate collection of music from Japanese legendary saxophone player Jiro Inagaki and his Soul Media band, covering their 1968-1980 golden age.
- Gatefold 180g heavy double vinyl LP, Gold vinyl edition, reverse board print. Comes with extensive track-by-track liner notes by Yusuke Ogawa (Universounds), comments by Jiro Inagaki, and exclusive pics.
- Includes an unreleased version of the track "Express" — first time on vinyl!
- All tracks licensed by Nippon Columbia, Tokyo, Japan.
- Mastering and lacquer cut by Jukka Sarapää at Timmion Cutting Lab, Helsinki, Finland.
- Artwork by Nker.
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Universounds, HMV Record Shop and 180g team up for an exceptional release in their highly acclaimed WaJazz series, to be out on Jiro Inagaki's 90th birthday, October 3rd, 2023, celebrating the life and music of one of the most iconic Japanese jazz musicians of the last 60+ years. This is the ultimate collection of music from legendary saxophone player Jiro Inagaki and his Soul Media band, covering their 1968-1980 golden age, releasing as a spectacular gold vinyl double LP with extensive and detailed liner notes by Universounds' Yusuke Ogawa, comments by Jiro Inagaki, and exclusive pics. 16 tracks of pure gold music spanning jazz, jazz-funk and jazz-rock, including an unreleased version of the track "Express" — first time on vinyl!
Yusuke Ogawa has been running the Universounds store in Tokyo since 2001, specializing in jazz and second-hand, rare, and collector records. He is also a reissue supervisor, label manager, DJ, and music writer. Known for his vast musical knowledge, eye for detail, and archival skills, Ogawa has worked on more than 250 reissues and compilations – including the highly praised Deep Jazz Reality and Project Re:Vinyl series. He is the co-author of the Wa-Jazz Disc Guide and the Independent Black Jazz of America books.
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Manufactured and distributed by 180g, in collaboration with HMV Record Shop and Universounds.

WaJazz Legends: Jiro Inagaki - Selected by Yusuke Ogawa (Universounds)

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Discover WaJazz Legends: Jiro Inagaki - Selected by Yusuke Ogawa (Universounds) by Various. Celebrate the 90th birthday of iconic Japanese jazz musician Jiro Inagaki with this ultimate collection on gold vinyl. Includes exclusive liner notes and an unreleased track.