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Live at Vidro ’77 accessories and the vinyl debut makesLive at Vidro 77 is one of the most important Ryo Fukui discoveries in years, a raw and powerful live document that shows just how intense his trio could be on stage. Recorded in Sapporo in 1977, the performance has a level of urgency and momentum that goes beyond the studio albums, with long form improvisation, hard swing, and deep lyricism throughout. The 16 minute Mellow Dream alone makes this release essential, but every side delivers, from the