You know what it is, I shouldn't have to say anything about this gem of a record and song. An absolute jazz funk classic, probably like me you discovered this over YouTube and will forevermore be grateful hearing it.

 

Cat was recorded in October 1975 at at Nippon Columbia Studio, while Hiroshi Suzuki was visiting his home country of Japan after moving to Las Vegas in 1971 to play with Buddy Rich and perfect his craft. Back on his old stomping grounds, the man known as Neko (Cat) immediately reunited with his friends for an epic two day session of groove magic. The chemistry was still intact. The skills and style had grown.

 

Recorded at Nippon-Columbia Daiichi Studio, Japan on Oct 8-10, 1975.
Trombone: Hiroshi Suzuki.

Saxophone: Takeru Muraoka.
Keyboards: Hiromasa Suzuki.
Bass: Kunimitsu Inaba.
Drums: Akira Ishikawa.

 

Celebrated in jazz collectors circles, in the lofi beat scene, and among music diggers around the world, Cat has become one of the most sought-after Japanese jazz albums of all time and, much like Ryo Fukui’s Scenery, has fascinated old and young generations alike. 

 

I am proud to present this transcription to you, may Suzukis music and vibes live on forever.