Masayoshi Takanaka – The Rainbow Goblins
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Kitty Records – 36MK9101-2 |
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Country: |
Japan |
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Genre: |
Rock |
Style: |
Psychedelic Rock |
Tracklist
| A1 | Prologue | 3:16 | |
| A2 | Once Upon A Song | 5:10 | |
| A3 | Seven Goblins | 3:10 | |
| A4 | The Sunset Valley | 4:20 | |
| B1 | The Moon Rose | 5:38 | |
| B2 | Soon | 6:26 | |
| B3 | Magical Night Light | 1:52 | |
| B4 | Rainbow Paradise | 5:04 | |
| C1 | Thunderstorm | 3:11 | |
| C2 | Rising Arch | 4:48 | |
| C3 | Just Chuckle | 3:42 | |
| C4 | Rainbow Was Reborn | 5:55 | |
| D1 | Plumed Bird | 7:31 | |
| D2 | You Can Never Come To This Place | 8:05 |
Companies, etc.
- Copyright © – Kitty Enterprises, Inc
- Manufactured By – Polydor K.K.
- Distributed By – Polydor K.K.
- Recorded At – KRS Studio
- Recorded At – Kitty Izu Studio
- Record Company – Kitty Music Corp.
- Record Company – Shinko Music Publishing Co., Ltd.
Credits
- Arranged By [Strings] – Katz Hoshi
- Bass – Akihiro Tanaka
- Coordinator [Production Coordination] – Wataru Nakajima
- Cover [Album Cover], Design [Card Design] – Tsunemi Morimoto
- Drums – Shuichi Murakami
- Engineer [Mixer - Assistant] – T. Shimizu*
- Engineer [Mixer] – Ken Takagi*
- Executive-Producer – Hidenori Taga
- Keyboards – Izumi Kobayashi*
- Management [Artist Management], A&R [Direction] – Choux Suzuki
- Narrator – Roy Garner
- Percussion [Latin] – Yuki Sugawara
- Photography By – Yoichi Nagata
- Producer, Composed By, Arranged By – Masayoshi Takanaka
- Saxophone – Koji Satsuma
Notes
Records come in a gatefold sleeve with an obi strip. Includes a liner notes booklet. This release only has catalogue number 36MK9101-2 on it, no others.
The tracklisting is based on how it is laid out in the liner notes insert, along with track durations. The label images do not list "Prologue" and combine the tracks "Magical Night Light" and "Rainbow Paradise" together.
Based upon "The Rainbow Goblins" by Ul de Rico.
From the back of the obi strip:
発行= Kitty Music Corporation
発売= 新興楽譜出版社
The tracklisting is based on how it is laid out in the liner notes insert, along with track durations. The label images do not list "Prologue" and combine the tracks "Magical Night Light" and "Rainbow Paradise" together.
Based upon "The Rainbow Goblins" by Ul de Rico.
From the back of the obi strip:
発行= Kitty Music Corporation
発売= 新興楽譜出版社
Barcode and Other Identifiers
- Rights Society: JASRAC
- Matrix / Runout (Runout Side A - Variant 1): 36MK-9101A A-1-15 C1
- Matrix / Runout (Runout Side B - Variant 1): 36MK-9101B B-2-12
- Matrix / Runout (Runout Side C - Variant 1): 36MK-9102A A-2-12 C1
- Matrix / Runout (Runout Side D - Variant 1): 36MK-9102B A-1-15
- Matrix / Runout (Runout Side A - Variant 2): 36MK -9101A B-1-11 C1
- Matrix / Runout (Runout Side B - Variant 2): 36MK -9101B B-1-12
- Matrix / Runout (Runout Side C - Variant 2): 36MK -9102A B-2-11 C1
- Matrix / Runout (Runout Side D - Variant 2): 36MK -9102B A-2-11
- Other (Price): ¥ 3,600
Other Versions (5 of 13)
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The Rainbow Goblins (2×LP, Album) | Kitty Records | 36MK9101-2, KP-6001 | Japan | 1981 | ||
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The Rainbow Goblins (2×LP, Album, Promo) | Kitty Records | 36MK9101-2, KP-6001 | Japan | 1981 | ||
| The Rainbow Goblins (Cassette, Album) | Kitty Records | 36CK9101 | Japan | 1981 | |||
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The Rainbow Goblins (2×LP, Gatefold) | Kitty Records | 36MK9101-2 | Japan | 1981 | ||
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The Rainbow Goblins (2×LP, Album, Gatefold) | Polydor | 2669 068 | 1983 |
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Reviews
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Masayoshi Takanaka - “The Rainbow Goblins” (1981) is a true masterpiece of fusion and psychedelic rock. Released by the Japanese label Kitty Records, this conceptual album, inspired by the children’s book of the same name, tells a magical and fantastical story through music.
The first thing that stands out is the stunning sound quality—masterful production captures every detail of Takanaka’s rich arrangements. Electric guitars intertwine with synthesizers, while the rhythm section provides an incredibly vibrant energy. Takanaka explores diverse musical styles, seamlessly blending jazz, rock, and funk with Japanese precision, making every track a unique experience.
The album is known for its rich dynamics—ranging from tranquil, atmospheric ages to vibrant, high-energy instrumental sections. Its exceptional musical storytelling makes it feel like a movie without visuals, where each track is a new chapter in the story.
For vinyl collectors and audiophiles, “The Rainbow Goblins” is a must-have. The vinyl’s recording quality is exceptional, delivering an immersive sound with deep bass and crystal-clear highs. The gatefold release highlights attention to detail, both visually and sonically.
For fans of jazz, psychedelia, or fusion, this album will be a gem in any collection. Masayoshi Takanaka demonstrates the full extent of his artistic brilliance here, creating a timeless work that impresses both technically and emotionally. -
Edited 2 years agoI have this on Laserdisc live from the Budokan and CD which might be studio? from the 80s the Laserdisc is much superior.
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This album is amazing! Well curated and the whole journey is well written! If you Takanaka fans this album is a must in your collection.
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