Nightwind
a Casual Romance
Pausa Records (US) 1982
PR 7127 (LP)
sleeve : VG+(SPSE: 4cm crack on bottom/one small crack on side, wear on corner.)
media : EX/EX(some slightly noises. some very small and slightly wear that does not affect to sounds.)
This is the debut album released in 1982 by the American fusion group Nightwind, formed by lead saxophonist/composer Charles Black, who had played in Randy Crawford's backing band, along with drummer Jeff Hull, who had also participated in Chaka Kahn's Japan tour. The album leans towards a light fusion with an easy-listening taste, featuring a breezy Brazilian rhythm as a backdrop, complemented by Fender Rhodes electric piano, Arp Odyssey, Prophet 5, and other synthesizers smoothly topping the arrangements. Track A2 offers a cosmic crossover sound that is both elegant and imbued with a spiritual atmosphere, thanks to its refreshing and lively touch. Track A3, reminiscent of the mellow jazz groove that also resonates with the style of Yuji Ohno, grooves urbanely while maintaining a subdued intensity. Be sure to give it a listen.
A2: Occasion
A3: Mystery's Mistress