Anri - COOOL (LP)

Vinyl collectors, are you ready? Anri's "COOOL" has landed, and this is one for the ages. Featuring the iconic track "気ままにReflection (Kimamani Reflection)", this LP marks the final chapter in the legendary Kadomatsu-produced trilogy. If you’re into that lush, vibrant City Pop sound, this is the ultimate gem to add to your collection. Following the massive success of her previous album Timely!!, Anri takes us on a journey recorded in L.A., with an all-star lineup of West Coast session legends. We’re talking Leon "Ndugu" Chancler, Nathan East, Paul Jackson Jr., Don Grusin, Ernie Watts, and more—these are the heavy hitters who defined the sound of the ‘80s! From funky dance tracks to smooth, mellow tunes, "COOOL" is an absolute masterpiece and the perfect culmination of Anri’s Kadomatsu trilogy. Track Highlights: A-3: Kimamani Reflection (New Version) – A reimagined take on one of Anri’s most iconic tracks. A-1: Bring Me to the Dancenight – Pure City Pop perfection to get you moving. B-3: Mercury Lamp (水銀燈) – A dreamy, atmospheric ballad. B-5: Maui – A tropical escape in musical form. This LP is not just a piece of music—it’s a time capsule of late ‘80s Japanese pop, blending danceable grooves with emotional depth. Whether you’re a longtime fan of Anri or just starting to explore the golden era of City Pop, "COOOL" is an absolute must-have.