Rainbow Love
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In the last decade, global audiences have increasingly explored Japanese music genres like city pop, rock, and reggae. Central to this resurgence has been BBE Music, known for its acclaimed releases on the J-Jazz and J-Jazz Masterclass Series. Guided by Ken Hidaka in Tokyo, BBE Music has now unearthed a treasure from an unexplored niche: the debut album of Japan's first authentic salsa band, Orquesta Del Sol, titled 'Rainbow Love.' The roots of salsa in Japan trace back to Latin music pioneers such as Tadaaki Misago's Tokyo Cuban Boys, who played mambo and rumba post-World War II. However, salsa truly took hold in Japan in the 1970s, catalyzed by the Fania All-Stars' 1977 tour. Among those captivated was percussionist Masahito 'Pecker' Hashida. Known for his reggae contributions through albums like 'Pecker Power' and 'Rasta Instantan? Avec L'Effroyable Pecker,' Pecker?s influence expanded after experiencing the vibrant salsa scene in New York City in 1977. Upon his return to Japan, he spearheaded the creation of Orquesta Del Sol, marking the inception of the salsa genre in Japan. Orquesta Del Sol's popularity soared with performances that encompassed both covers and original pieces. The group?s rise was buoyed by Japanese session drummer Shuichi 'Ponta' Murakami, whose participation in 1980 elevated their profile and led to a contract with Discomate, an arm of TBS Group. This label also featured artists like Toshiko Akiyoshi and Junko Yagami. The band?s debut album, 'Rainbow
Tracks
1~1~Rainbow Love1~2~Que Alegria
1~3~Night Ripple
1~4~Rumbabola
2~1~One More Kiss Again
2~2~Mundo Cruel
2~3~Get-A-Odyssey
2~4~Dawn
3~1~Luna De Miel
3~2~Dame Un Beso
3~3~Drizzling Rain
3~4~Juan Pachanga
4~1~Campanero
4~2~Yo Soy La Rumba
4~3~Duerma
Details
Catalogue Number: BBE795ALPFormat: Vinyl LP
Artist: Orquesta Del Sol
Release Date: 16 May 2025
Genre: World Music
Label: BBE MUSIC
Distributor: Rocket Group
