Japanese only release by Billy Harper released in 1978. Harper tears it up as usual on the first track. Just wailing. Fantastic, fiery playing. The rest of the band supports him on all fronts as well. We have Everett Hollins on trumpet, Harold Mabern on piano, Greg Maker on bass and Billy Hart and Horacee Arnold on drums.
On the second tune Harper plays a lovely solo piece that displays a more subtle approach while still mesmerizing with fast runs baked in.
The title tune on the second side is a Japanese work song, sung by fishermen on the northern island of Hokkaido since the Meiji era. It takes up the whole side and is my favorite tune on the album.
If you’re a fan if Harper this one is a must. Highly recommended.
