Morning Reflexion

Morning Reflexion (モーニング・リフレクション), the singular release from Japanese ensemble Early Byrds, emerged in July 1982 via Aard-Vark Records. This pivotal work in Japan's early 80s jazz fusion landscape masterfully integrates jazz fusion, city pop, and AOR elements. Distinguished by its precise rhythmic structures, melodic guitar phrases, and refined vocal performances, the album achieves a sophisticated production quality while maintaining authentic musicianship. The band's technical excellence and compositional sophistication are particularly evident in standout compositions such as "Hello! L.A." and "Side Walker of Sunday," which deftly merge Western musical influences with distinctly Japanese artistic sensibilities.