Ryo Fukui Trio - Ryo Fukui Trio at the Slowboat 2004 *Pre-Order

Expected Release Date 24th June 2026
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Side A
1. Eclypso
2. Relaxin' at Camarillo
Side B
1. Come Sunday
2. He's a Real Gone Guy
Side C
1. Stella by Starlight
Side D
1. Juju
2. Harlem Blues

“The world wants to hear more of Ryo Fukui”.

Here, that long held dream of listeners across the globe finally becomes reality.
An astonishing live performance overflowing with the mature artistry Fukui cultivated alongside Slowboat.

This is joy beyond expectation the arrival of a new Ryo Fukui recording. Captured on June 26, 2004, this live session documents the ninth anniversary concert of Slowboat, the jazz club Fukui founded and considered his musical home. The trio features Ryo Fukui on piano, Benisuke Sakai on bass, and Yoshihito Eto on drums. Fukui was 56 years old at
the time, and his playing is powerful and expansive, yet still marked by delicacy and razor sharp precision.

 In terms of energy, stamina, and technique, he was entering a true period of artistic maturity. He delivers the music of his beloved Phineas Newborn Jr. and Tommy Flanagan with depth and elegance, and approaches the works of Wayne Shorter—an early-life influence—with thrilling intensity. The performance captures Fukui at a moment of profound fulfillment, offering a truly compelling glimpse into his late career brilliance.

Text by Yusuke Ogawa (UNIVERSOUNDS / DEEP JAZZ REALITY)

※The world is paying close attention to the unparalleled quality of “Made in Japan”.
This release features premium uncolored virgin vinyl, completely free of carbon or any other pigments that could
affect sound quality.
Using only high-purity straight PVC and increasing the record weight to 180 grams ensures superior rotational
stability and a richly expansive soundstage.
Experience its precisely crafted sonic imaging with this 180g heavyweight / pure vinyl edition.

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