Lagoon

Shigeru Suzuki's sophomore effort from 1976, captured at Hawaii's Sound of Hawaii studio alongside Haruomi Hosono, Tatsuo Hayashi, and Motoya Hamaguchi. This album weaves together AOR sophistication, bossa nova rhythms, and the warm textures of early city-pop into an effortlessly engaging soundscape. Essential tracks like the laid-back bossa "Lady Pink Panther," the club-ready Brazilian-tinged "Brandy Wine," and the tranquil coastal vibes of "Tokyo Harbor Line" showcase the group's mastery of groove and melody.