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• Masayoshi Takanakas The Rainbow Goblins (1981) is a vivid, genre-defying jazz-fusion concept album inspired by Ul de Ricos childrens book of the same name. The double-LP blends narrative prologues and instrumental storytelling, with Takanakas soaring guitar as the central voice throughout a mystical journey of goblins consuming the colors of rainbows. Featuring lush arrangements, funk-infused rhythms, and orchestral textures, the album feels like an audio fairy taleeach track unfolding like a scene from a vividly painted picture book.

  Critically, The Rainbow Goblins is widely regarded as one of Takanakas most imaginative and expressive works. It stands out in his discography for its narrative cohesion and emotional depth, showing off his technical mastery and compositional ambition. The inclusion of spoken-word passages enriches the listening experience, transforming it into an audiovisual adventure. The album has enjoyed enduring acclaim, praised for its pacing, melodic storytelling, and fusion of jazz, rock, and psychedelic elements.

• Artist: Masayoshi Takanaka Label: Kitty Records, Universal Music Group Format: LP Units: 2 Country: Japan Genre: City Pop (Japan) Style: Fusion, Psychedelic Rock

• A1 Prologue
  A2 Once Upon A Song
  A3 Seven Goblins
  A4 The Sunset Valley
  B1 The Moon Rose
  B2 Soon
  B3 Magical Night Light
  B4 Rainbow Paradise
  C1 Thunderstorm
  C2 Rising Arch
  C3 Just Chuckle
  C4 Rainbow Was Reborn
  D1 Plumed Bird
  D2 You Can Never Come To This Place