Various Artists - Ryukyu Rare Groove Crossover - Okinawa Jazz Funk 1964 - 1984 [Nipponophone]

Format: LP in printed sleeve + Obi Strip. Only available on vinyl.

● A selection of Jazz/Funk arrangements of folk tunes from Okinawa, Japan's southern islands

● A must-have for fans of Asian rare groove!

A compilation bringing together jazz-funk, crossover, and big band jazz arrangements of Okinawan folk songs, including works by Kiyoshi Yamaya, prominently featured in Diggers Dozen (BBE) by DJ MURO, known as the “King of Diggin’,” as well as on our own compilation Wamono Groove: Shakuhachi & Koto Jazz Funk on the 180g label. This album marks the latest installment in the Ryukyu Rare Groove series, which debuted in 2003 and garnered significant attention in Japan.