Yuji Toriyama – A Taste Of Paradise
Yuji Toriyama – A Taste Of Paradise
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Japan Original Pressing.
Released in 1985 on Agharta/Pony Canyon, “A Taste Of Paradise” is guitarist/producer Yuji Toriyama’s 4th solo album and one of his most in-demand titles. Here he pushes his fusion sound into a sleek mid-80s direction – crisp drum machines and tight rhythms from Jun Aoyama and Hiroki Ito, bright synths and electric piano from Hiroshi Sato and others, plus percussion and backing vocals by top studio players like Pecker, Eve and Cindy – all wrapped around Toriyama’s fluid guitar and synth work. From the high-impact fusion opener “Flashback” and vocal tunes “Eyes Of God” and “City Scream” to the Balearic-style “Bay/Sky Provincetown 1977,” club-ready dancer “Maze” and the nighttime groove of “Something Going On Tonight,” it’s a polished Japanese fusion/AOR classic that works equally well for focused listening, DJs and collectors.
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About the Condition
About the Condition
| Grade | Description |
|---|---|
| S (Sealed) | Still sealed in factory wrap. Never played. |
| M (Mint) | Perfect condition. Looks unplayed with no signs of use. Typically used for records that are brand new or opened but never played. |
| EX (Excellent) | Very clean. May have light scuffs or hairline marks, but plays perfectly. |
| VG+ (Very Good Plus) | Minor wear, light surface noise, no major flaws — a solid average used copy. |
| VG (Very Good) | Visible wear and surface noise. Plays through without skipping. |
| G+ (Good Plus) | Heavily used. Significant wear or scratches, but still playable. |
+ / − may be added to indicate slight variations (e.g. VG+, EX−).
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Shipping & Packing
Shipping & Packing
Tokyo-based. Ships worldwide (DHL/Japan Post).
Professionally packed with care. Fast dispatch.
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