Akira Ishikawa – Back To Rhythm (Vinyl)

Ultra-rare jazz-funk/fusion album by Japanese drummer Akira Ishikawa.

‘Back To Rhythm was the final recording in Ishikawas African-influenced period. He cut this record with his band Count Buffalos, featuring Kiyoshi Sugimoto, Takeru Muraoka, Larry Sunaga and arranger Hiromasa Suzuki.

Includes excellent cover versions of The Beatles, Simon & Garfunkel, BT Express, Stevie Wonder, Average White Band, Incredible Bongo Band and Fela Kuti.

Tracklisting

1. I’ve Got To Use My Imagination
2. Bongo Rock
3. Do It Til You’re Satisfied
4. Hey Jude
5. El Condor Pasa
6. Pick Up The Pieces
7. Love Is The Answer
8. I Shot The Sheriff
9. Let’s Start
10. Boogie On Raggae Woman