Scenery

Elegant, expressive, and deeply immersive—Ryo Fukui’s Scenery is a Japanese jazz masterpiece, blending effortless swing, lyrical improvisation, and breathtaking piano technique. Released in 1976, this debut album radiates warmth and intimacy, making it a must-listen for jazz purists and crate diggers alike.

From the fluid, rolling chords of It Could Happen to You to the hypnotic Early Summer, Scenery is a mesmerizing exploration of jazz’s rich harmonic possibilities. Fukui’s playing is both technical and deeply soulful, channeling the spirit of Bill Evans and McCoy Tyner, while still carving out a unique, unmistakable sound of his own.

Now pressed on high-quality vinyl, Scenery captures the lush textures of Fukui’s piano work, the warmth of Satoshi Denpo’s bass, and the crispness of Yoshinori Fukui’s drumming, creating an audiophile-level listening experience.

Track Listing:

1. It Could Happen to You – 4:14
2. I Want to Talk About You – 6:35
3. Early Summer – 6:43
4. Willow Weep for Me – 7:00
5. Autumn Leaves – 6:18
6. Scenery – 5:24

This isn’t just an album—it’s a meditative, late-night jazz experience, an album that floats between tranquility and passion with seamless grace. If you’re searching for a hidden gem in jazz history, Scenery belongs on your turntable.