Live At Vidro '77

Explosive intensity and raw passion define this previously unreleased live performance by Ryo Fukui. Recorded at Sapporo's Vidro jazz club on June 8, 1977, this session captures the Ryo Fukui Trio at their most vital—delivering a freshness and energy that transcends any studio recording. This is the performance that inspired Fukui's landmark album Mellow Dream. The 16-minute rendition of "Mellow Dream" sets the tone, followed by the driving urgency of "Speak Low," the lyrical grace of "Body & Soul," the fierce momentum of "Love For Sale," the profound weight of "Mr. P.C.," and the delicate beauty of "My Foolish Heart." Each track burns with feverish brilliance, showcasing a trio operating at peak creative power. Masataka Ito, producer of both Scenery and Mellow Dream, captured this extraordinary session. Excerpts were evaluated at Trio Records headquarters and directly shaped the creation of Fukui's second album. A truly precious document of jazz history—the unfiltered Ryo Fukui few have ever heard.