VARIOUS J Jazz: Deep Modern Jazz From Japan Volume 4 The Nippon Columbia Label 1968-1981 (2023 UK/EU limited edition 14-track triple album 3-LP, the latest station stop off in this excellent curated series is with the famed Nippon Columbia label, one of the biggest labels in Japan, whose jazz output embraces every possible style imaginable. Focussing on the key years 1968-1981, J Jazz volume 4 sees compilers Tony Higgins and Mike Peden dig even deeper into their record collectionsand pull-out tracks that span styles ranging from solo to big band, jazz classical interpretations and heavy jazz rock, to febrile post-bop, white hot samba fusion, and modal psychedelic wig-outs. Gatefold picture sleeve with extensive liner notes, series obi & factory sealed. Highly recommended)