Michael Franks The Music In My Head [Blu-spec CD2] Japan Music CD

Product Description Japan-exclusive pre-release High-quality Blu-spec CD2 specifications 3-panel paper jacket Includes full track commentary and translations by Michael Franks himself Lyrics translations Liner notes: Toshikazu Kanazawa (Light Mellow) A world-renowned AOR legend: Michael Franks' first original new album in 7 years, captivating listeners with its unchanging comfort! This is the biggest release in the AOR world in 2018! "A new album, his 18th overall and his first in approximately 7 years, has arrived. His voice is always soft, his vocal style is like a whisper, and his expression is intelligent and naive. In this ever-changing world, Michael's style, which has remained unchanged for over 40 years, can only be called a 'miracle'." - Toshikazu Kanazawa With his sweet and gentle whisper voice and intelligent, urban sound that fuses jazz, fusion, and bossa nova, Michael Franks is an AOR legend who has always enjoyed immense popularity. Seven years after his superb 2011 album "Time Together," Michael Franks' long-awaited new original album is released on the prestigious US label Shanachie, following in the footsteps of his previous work! With his trademark jazzy and mellow sound, melodies that combine warmth and coolness, and a silky-smooth voice that has yet to lose its purity... Fans will surely cheer at this blissful album, which can only be described as Michael Franks in every aspect. And it is truly astonishing that the sonic world that is a continuation of his 70s masterpieces such as "The Art of Tea" and "Sleeping Gypsy" continues to unfold. Even after a 45-year career, Michael Franks continues to consistently produce high-quality works, proving once again to be a treasure of the AOR world. Chuck Loeb (g/prod&arr), Gil Goldstein (p/prod&arr), Jimmy Haslip (b/prod&arr), Scott Petite (b/prod&arr), Charles Brenzing (p/prod&arr), David Spinozza (g), Homero Lubambo (g), Bob Mintzer (sax), Eric Marienthal (sax), Billy Kilson (dr), and others