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Tatsuro Yamashita's Ride On Time is a landmark album that perfectly captures the sound of Japanese city pop. Released in 1980, this record is a vibrant blend of funk, soul, and disco, showcasing Yamashita's incredible musicality and his knack for crafting infectious grooves and unforgettable melodies. From the moment the needle drops, Ride On Time transports you to the neon-lit streets of 1980s Tokyo. The title track, with its irresistible bassline and soaring vocals, is an instant classic that has become synonymous with the city pop genre. The album is full of gems. "Someday," with its dreamy atmosphere and yearning lyrics, perfectly blends catchy pop sensibilities with sophisticated songwriting. "Daydream" is a breezy slice of sunshine, while "Silent Screamer" showcases Yamashita's funkier side. Yamashita's meticulous production shines through. Every instrument is perfectly placed, every vocal harmony is impeccably executed, and the overall sound is crisp and vibrant. This attention to detail is one of the reasons why Ride On Time continues to sound so fresh and exciting decades after its release. The album's legacy is undeniable. It's been cited as a major influence by countless artists, and its songs have been featured in numerous films, television shows, and commercials. Even today, Ride On Time continues to find new fans, proving that great music truly transcends time. Ride On Time is a masterpiece of Japanese city pop. It's an album that perfectly captures the energy and optimism of a bygone era, while also sounding remarkably fresh and relevant today. Whether you're a longtime fan of city pop or simply looking for some great music to groove to, Ride On Time is an essential listen.

RELEASE: Air 1980

CONDITION (Record/Cover): EX / From VG++ to EX (original sleeve with insert and obi)

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Please see our other items for more rare Asian records with funk, disco, hip-hop samples and other beautiful rare grooves! 

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SHIPPING AND HANDLING FOR WORLDWIDE

Shipping fee is calculated as shipping company tariff plus $1 package materials marked up by eBay fees. Company tariff depends on the country but should not be more then rates below:

- First 7" record shipping is $14 plus $2 for each additional record

- First 12" record shipping is $21 plus $3 for each additional record

Each record is professionally cleaned using ultrasonic cleaning machine. All orders are safely packed in cardboard mailers with bumpers using foamboard inserts.

If you have any questions, please, do not hesitate to ask me!!!!

VINYL GRADING SCALE 

NM :  Looks unplayed, or very well maintained, as close to perfect as it gets. Possibly some very light sleeve marks or an extremely minor flaw that will in no way affect play.

EX :  Very close to being perfect, shows some signs of play, handling marks, one or two very light marks expected, but a record that has been handled with care. 

VG+  :   A shiny copy with a few noticeable flaws, might have a lot or a few light marks, or one big mark/scratch that doesn't affect play.   Always plays great, with one or two normal pops/clicks/etc. and minimal distraction.

VG :  Considerably marked/scratched up copy, but plays with no serious flaws. A few clicks or pops or light noise should be expected, but nothing seriously affecting play.  A very suitable copy for working DJs. 

VG- :  rough copy that will play with some clicks, pops, and light noise, a copy to fill the a gap until a better one comes along.

G  : very rough, loss of shine. I only list G records that are extremely rare, or play well for the condition.

COVER GRADING SCALE

NM :  Looks almost like new. Well maintained. 

EX :  Almost flawless, a few light corner dings away from perfect.

VG++  :   A few minor flaws, like small writing or light ringwear. 

VG+ :  some splits or light damage to art work, ringwear, some writing on front or back cover. 

VG :  somewhere between VG+ and VG-.  A passable cover, until a better one comes along. 

VG- :  split spines or seams, and/or damage that affects the art work or track listing. Lots of writing, or small bit of cover damaged.

G  : tattered, falling apart, rough.