This is a really cool LP, it contains some great songwriting from Haruomi Hosono, who (surprise) is experimenting with genres and styles. Ohzora's vocals are a perfect match to these songs too; blending in or standing above it all depending on what the song requires. This isn't an LP that is front to back City Pop, but a fun track like Sho-Jo-Ji could easily fit into many mixes/sets.
Harumi Ohzora’s “Viva” first released in 1983. This album features an array of musical influences from Salsa to Synth-pop and Rumba to Mambo. The record’s lyrics were composed by Takashi Matsumoto and its music composed by Haruomi Hosono.
- First released in 1983
- Lyrics by Takashi Matsumoto
- Composed by Haruomi Hosono
Pre-Order - Expected to Ship February, 2023
Track List:
- パパはマンボがお好き
- 海の近くでアモーレ
- もしかしたらニューヨーク
- チャチャチャは素晴らしい
- 男5分5分 女5分5分
- ラグーン・ホテル
- 悪い夏
- Sho-Jo-Ji
- コーヒー・ルンバ