Utada Hikaru's 7th full-length studio album 'Hatsukoi' is now available for the first time in the U.S. and as a double LP on heavyweight vinyl.Bob Ludwig, mastering engineer for the CD album, appointed his trusted colleague Chris Bellman (Bernie Grundman Mastering, LA) as the cutting engineer to create the uniquely rich sound on vinyl with three tracks on each side, and it's a must-listen-gem. This Encore pressing uses 180g heavyweight vinyl.
Release date:
October 28, 2022
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