Tatsuro Yamashita – CIRCUS TOWN (12" LP Heavy Edition)

🎶 Attention vinyl heads and City Pop lovers! 🎶
The wait is finally over – Tatsuro Yamashita’s groundbreaking solo debut album, CIRCUS TOWN, is back and sounding better than ever! Originally released in 1976, this masterpiece has been newly remastered and vinyl-cut for the ultimate listening experience.

Recorded in New York and Los Angeles, CIRCUS TOWN is where it all began for Tatsuro Yamashita. This album set the stage for his reign as the King of City Pop, blending smooth grooves, jazzy arrangements, and that unmistakable soulful voice. Critics hailed it as a game-changer, and now you can experience that same magic on 180g heavyweight vinyl.

This is part of the highly anticipated RCA/AIR YEARS Vinyl Collection, featuring all eight of Tatsuro’s legendary releases from 1976 to 1982. If you’re serious about City Pop, this is a must-have for your collection.

Tracklist

[NEW YORK SIDE]

1. CIRCUS TOWN
2. WINDY LADY
3. MINNIE
4. Forever

[LOS ANGELES SIDE]

1. LAST STEP
2. CITY WAY
3. Lost Town
4. Summer Sun

Why You Need This in Your Collection

• The Start of a Legend: CIRCUS TOWN is Tatsuro Yamashita’s solo debut, recorded in two of the world’s music capitals – New York and Los Angeles. This album is where his journey as the King of City Pop began.
• Remastered to Perfection: Newly remastered and vinyl-cut for audiophiles who demand the best sound quality.
• Collector’s Item: Pressed on 180g heavyweight vinyl, this limited edition release is part of the RCA/AIR YEARS Vinyl Collection.
• City Pop Vibes: Tracks like WINDY LADY and CIRCUS TOWN ooze with that smooth, jazzy City Pop energy that makes you feel like you’re cruising through neon-lit streets.

Specifications & Bonuses

• Format: 180g Heavyweight Vinyl
• Remastering: Latest remastering and vinyl cutting for superior sound quality
• Limited Edition: Analog release only (no cassettes available for this title)

About Tatsuro Yamashita

If you’re new to Tatsuro Yamashita, let me put it this way: this guy isn’t just a musician – he’s a movement. He debuted in 1975 with Sugar Babe (DOWN TOWN, anyone?) and dropped CIRCUS TOWN in 1976, kicking off a solo career that would define the City Pop genre. By the time RIDE ON TIME hit in 1980, Tatsuro was a household name.

And let’s not forget Christmas Eve – the song that’s been a holiday staple in Japan for over 30 years. In 2022, Tatsuro proved he’s still got it with SOFTLY, his first original album in 11 years, which debuted at #1 on the Oricon charts.

For the City Pop Collectors and Vinyl Junkies

Whether you’re a Tatsuro superfan or just dipping your toes into the City Pop scene, CIRCUS TOWN is a record you can’t miss. It’s smooth, jazzy, soulful – everything you want in a City Pop classic.

This limited edition heavyweight vinyl won’t be around forever, so don’t sleep on it. Add it to your collection today and experience the album that started it all.