This 1989 album, "Under the Sun," showcases UP-BEAT's signature blend of jazz, rock, and funk, highlighting their intricate musicianship and melodic sensibility. It stands as a key release in their discography, capturing the band at the height of their powers in the late 1980s jazz scene.
- "Under the Sun" was released on October 21, 1989, by Invitation Records. The album features a prominent role for synthesizers, characteristic of the late 1980s fusion sound. It was recorded and mixed at Onkio Haus in Tokyo.
- This release followed their 1988 album "RUSH," continuing their exploration of complex instrumental pieces. UP-BEAT’s popularity in Japan at the time was significant within the domestic jazz and fusion communities.
- The album was produced by a team including Shunsuke Miyazawa and Kazuo Shiina. Guest musicians on the album included prominent figures from the Japanese jazz scene.
UP-BEAT is a Japanese jazz fusion band formed in 1984. They are known for their sophisticated arrangements and virtuosic instrumental performances.
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