Hi-Fi Set - Sings Feelings (Original)

Hi-Fi Set - Sings Feelings - Original Press, OBI Strip, ALR-28035

A Mellow Harmony of Japanese AOR and Western Soul Classics

Product Description:
Released in 1985, Sings Feelings is a curated gem from the beloved vocal trio Hi-Fi Set, known for their silky harmonies and elegant arrangements. This special compilation showcases their refined interpretations of Western pop and soul ballads, alongside a few Japanese originals. Their unique ability to transform global hits into something intimate and delicate makes this album an essential listen for fans of Japanese AOR, soft rock, and crossover City Pop.

Presented with a beautiful jacket illustration and a green OBI strip, this original pressing (ALR-28035) from Alfa Records remains a collector’s treasure. The gentle vocals of Junko Akimoto glide effortlessly over lush arrangements, creating a mellow and nostalgic listening experience that transcends language and era.

Condition:
VG+ (Very Good Plus) — Includes original OBI strip. Vinyl plays clean with minimal surface noise. Jacket shows light wear but remains well-preserved overall.

Track List:

Side 1

1. Feelings

2. Putting It Down to the Way I Feel About You

3. On Any Sunday

4. I Was a Fool (To Let You Go)

5. Swing (We Found Love)

Side 2

1. Little Baloque

2. Les Vacances au Bord de la Mer

3. Dance Dance Dance

4. You Turn Me Around

5. Only Love Is Real

6. The Diary

Album Overview:
More than just covers, these songs become wholly Hi-Fi Set’s own—gentle, clean, and melodically rich. Tracks like “Feelings” and “Swing (We Found Love)” highlight their warm vocal blend, while “Les Vacances au Bord de la Mer” and “Dance Dance Dance” carry a breezy, coastal charm. The entire album feels like a slow, beautiful Sunday—wrapped in warmth and wistfulness.

For fans of Bread, Carpenters, or Tatsuro Yamashita's more acoustic side, this record is a hidden treasure that bridges East and West with grace.

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