Naoko Gushima – Quiet Emotion (Pure Vinyl)

Quiet Emotion, originally released in 1997, returns on deluxe pure vinyl as part of Naoko Gushima’s 30th anniversary reissue campaign. Widely regarded as one of the hidden gems of late-90s Japanese city pop and AOR, the album combines sophisticated grooves, smooth melodies and dreamy atmospheres with Gushima’s understated vocal style.

Highlights include the infectious “Tell Me Oh Mama”, the floating, internationally beloved “Madoromi” and the mellow ballad “no. no. no.”. Stylish, relaxed and effortlessly cool, Quiet Emotion remains an essential listen for fans of Japanese soul, mellow pop and contemporary city pop rediscoveries.