Ryo Fukui - Mellow Dream

Mellow Dream by Ryo Fukui is a remarkable jazz album released in 1977. This album showcases Fukui’s exceptional talent as a pianist and his ability to blend delicate, emotionally rich performances with powerful, dynamic compositions. The music ventures into mellower, soulful, and contemplative territories, while still delivering the commanding punch that Fukui’s work is known for. Tracks like “Mellow Dream” and “My Foolish Heart” highlight his Bill Evans influence, while “Baron Potato Blues” and “Horizon” demonstrate the trio’s virtuosity and exhilarating energy.