Everything about the legendary guitarist Kenji Omura. Includes a CD of rare tracks. Since his death in 1998, Kenji Omura's reputation has continued to grow. He was deeply trusted by many artists, including Taeko Onuki, Akiko Yano, Ryuichi Sakamoto, Haruomi Hosono, Yukihiro Takahashi, Tatsuro Yamashita, Kazuhiko Kato, and Yosui Inoue, and left behind a long list of outstanding performances on record and in live shows. Since his death, a flurry of releases, including the reissue of his original albums and the release of all seven titles in the Best Live Tracks series, coupled with a re-evaluation of his work in the 1970s music scene, has further highlighted his name as one of Japan's world-renowned masters. This comprehensive book conveys Omura's achievements and appeal as a guitarist. It also includes a CD containing rare recordings. When I hear the sound of his guitar, I'm enveloped in it. Kenji is the ultimate musician's musician. --Murakami Ponta Shuichi To me, Kenji Omura will always be Kenji, and he will always be my guitarist. We just don't have a chance to play together now. --Akiko Yano [CONTENTS] ■Reprint of all interviews from Guitar Magazine ■Photo archive ■Reprint of articles written by the artist ■Guitar collection, equipment, and records owned ■Private goods collection ■Original work commentary ■Participating work commentary ■Participating work list ■Kenji Omura talks about the artist ■Biography ■Scores for "Left-Handed Woman," "Georgia On My Mind," and "Maps" ■Comes with a CD containing rare tracks■Essay "Georgia On My Mind" PONTA BOX / November 30, 1997 @ Yokohama BAY HALL "Latin Stuff" Alpha Fusion Festival / December 1978 @ Shinjuku Kinokuniya Hall "I Ain't Got Nothing But The Blues" Kenpon Band / March 2, 1998 @ Roppongi Pit Inn
