Crusaders / Tokyo, Japan 07.17.1977 Broadcast Edition

Following the departure of their then-leader, Wayne Henderson, the band released the album “Free As The Wind,” further enhancing their refined sound and boosting their popularity in Japan. This masterpiece, the first broadcast recording of a live performance from July 17th in Tokyo, has been restored and corrected for inconsistent pitch. The band’s popularity in the 1970s rose beyond the jazz fusion scene, releasing a string of classics including “Scratch,” “Southern Comfort,” “Chain Reaction,” and “Crusader from the South.” Their Japan tour, which garnered significant coverage in music magazines at the time, featured a stellar lineup including Joe Sample, Wilton Felder, David T. Walker on guitar, and Sonny Emory on drums. The performance, captivating audience response, was captivating. Live At Festival Hall, Tokyo, Japan July 17th, 1977 1.Mischievous Ways 2.Chain Reaction 3.Blue Ballet 4.The Good Times 5.Carmel 6.Burnin Up The Carnival 7.Street Life 8.Sometimes You Can Take It Or Leave It Joe Sample(keyb) Wilton Felder(ts) David T. Walker(g) Jimmy Earl(b) Sonny Emory III(dr) Sal Marquez(tpt) Lenny Castro(perc) Barbara Morrison(voc)