Here's a new album by Kyoto-born singer Nakano Aya, produced by Hase Hajimu as usual. Included are 8 original songs and 2 covers, one of which features salsa band Central. Two 7" singles (incl. CD) were released in advance: "Episode 1" (w/ non-album track "kaette kuretara") (CDJapan) and "jūku hatachi / Kiss feat. Central" (CDJapan).
A show will be held at Tokyo Kinema Club on July 10. Tickets are on sale.
Nakano Aya "Emerald In Paradise"
なかの綾 「エメラルド・イン・パラダイス」
1. jūku hatachi
2. Shangri-La
3. KISS feat. CENTRAL
4. gozen 2ji de wa hayasugite
5. Episode 1
6. Scandal
7. magarenai kado
8. Good Bye My Love
9. I'm Still Fallin In Love
10. mata hitori ni natte
High Contrast HCCD-9573
Out now (6/15), ¥2667 (excl. 10% tax)
Order: CDJapan, Play-Asia, Amazon, HMV, Tower Records (Japan only) †, 
, Spotify, YouTube Music
† Tower Records ships directly within Japan only. International orders are available via WorldShopping.
"jūku hatachi"
"Episode 1"
I wonder if there will be a vinyl release? The video on Vivid Sound Movie sure looks like she's holding vinyl!
Posted by Patrick Hnidka on January 5, 2017 at 21:24
You're right! However the description says that it will only be sold at her live shows...
Posted by Patrick on January 5, 2017 at 23:01
This is most unfortunate! Now I need to find someone going to the show(s) who would be willing to pick one up for me!
Posted by Patrick Hnidka on January 5, 2017 at 23:25
Has anyone picked up an extra copy of the vinyl that they'd be willing to sell? If so, please send a message here!
Posted by Patrick Hnidka on February 10, 2017 at 02:57
Do you know anyone that has extra copies of the vinyl release? I am desperate for a copy!
Posted by Patrick on April 16, 2017 at 23:18
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