大滝詠一

大滝詠一 (Eiichi Ohtaki) was a legendary Japanese musician and producer who shaped the sound of Japanese pop in the 1970s and '80s. Starting as a member of the pioneering band Happy End—known for blending rock with Japanese lyrics—he later soared as a solo artist with his 1981 masterpiece *A LONG VACATION*, a sunny, retro-inspired album that became a cultural touchstone. Ohtaki’s work, often under his Niagara Records label, mixed breezy melodies, sophisticated arrangements, and playful nostalgia, earning him the nickname "the Japanese Brian Wilson." Even decades later, his music stays fresh, with reissues like *A LONG VACATION SESSIONS* and anniversary editions (like *NIAGARA CONCERT '83*) keeping his legacy alive. Tracks like *幸せな結末 (Happy Ending)*, remastered in 2023, still radiate his signature warmth. Ohtaki passed away in 2013, but his joyful, inventive spirit lives on in every groove.

Genres

City Pop

Kayokyoku

J-pop

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大滝詠一

Album - 12 Tracks - Released March 21, 2024