{"title":"Nujabes","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"337\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eNujabes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e created a sound that feels timeless — blending jazz, hip-hop, soul, and atmospheric production into music that remains deeply influential years after its release. His work is calm, emotional, and effortlessly stylish, built around smooth beats, melodic sampling, and an unmistakable sense of warmth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"339\" data-end=\"733\"\u003eBest known for his contributions to \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eSamurai Champloo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and beloved albums like \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eModal Soul\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eMetaphorical Music\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, Nujabes helped define an entire generation of instrumental hip-hop and lo-fi-inspired music. His tracks balance nostalgia and optimism in a way few artists ever have, making every listen feel personal and immersive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"735\" data-end=\"1061\"\u003eNujabes vinyl and CD releases are essential for collectors, featuring beautifully mastered editions, iconic artwork, and some of the most celebrated jazz-hop recordings ever made. Whether you’re after a deluxe vinyl pressing or a hard-to-find Japanese CD, these releases belong in any serious soundtrack or hip-hop collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"hydeout-productions-first-collection-vinyl-various-artists-nujabes-2xlp","title":"Hydeout Productions: First Collection","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA foundational release in the evolution of Nujabes’ sound, \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci\u003eHydeout Productions: First Collection\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e gathers early works from the legendary independent label that reshaped underground hip-hop. Originally issued in Japan, this compilation traces the beginnings of the signature mellow-jazz, soulful-boom-bap aesthetic that would later define Nujabes’ global influence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eFrom fresh, energetic early productions to the introspective, emotionally textured beats that became hallmarks of his later output, the album showcases contributions from core Hydeout collaborators including Shing02, Substantial, Funky DL, Apani B-Fly Emcee, Five Deez and more. It is both a snapshot of a pivotal creative moment and a blueprint for an entire era of lo-fi and lyrical hip-hop. 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Expanding on the foundation laid by Metaphorical Music, this album refines Nujabes’ signature blend of jazz harmony, soulful melodies, and understated hip-hop rhythms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eFeaturing contributions from \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eShing02, Cise Starr (CYNE), Substantial, Uyama Hiroto, Pase Rock, Apani B\u003c\/span\u003e, and \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eTerry Callier\u003c\/span\u003e, Modal Soul balances introspective lyricism with lush instrumental storytelling. Tracks like “Feather,” “Reflection Eternal,” and “Luv(sic.) 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Estimated shipping date: Q2 2026 (June)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eReleased in 2003, \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eMetaphorical Music\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e marked the solo debut of \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eNujabes\u003c\/span\u003e, laying the foundation for his unmistakable sound and long-lasting influence on instrumental hip-hop. Blending jazz instrumentation, breakbeats, and reflective lyricism, the album bridges beat-driven tracks with deeply melodic compositions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eFeaturing guest appearances from \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eShing02, Substantial, Cise Starr (CYNE), Five Deez\u003c\/span\u003e, and others, the album balances vocal tracks with instrumental pieces that emphasize mood and atmosphere. Contributions from \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eUyama Hiroto\u003c\/span\u003e further shape the album’s sonic identity, foreshadowing his role in Nujabes’ later works.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis double LP edition is pressed on classic black vinyl and presented in a deluxe gatefold sleeve.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hydeout Productions","offers":[{"title":"2xLP Black Vinyl","offer_id":51484422406431,"sku":"HOLP102","price":54.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/5217\/5391\/files\/metaphorical-music-nujabes-vinyl-2xlp-vinyl-hydeout-productions-4625593.webp?v=1766541246"},{"product_id":"modal-soul-nujabes-cd","title":"Modal Soul","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModal Soul \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eis Nujabes at his most timeless - warm jazz harmony, crisp drums, and melodies that feel like sunlight through a window at 2 a.m. It’s an album that helped define the emotional language of instrumental hip-hop: gentle without being sleepy, nostalgic without being stuck in the past, and always musical first. The guest list is part of the legend - Cise Starr \u0026amp; Akin on the endlessly replayable “Feather,” Terry Callier on “ordinary joe,” Shing02 on “Luv(sic.) pt3,” plus Substantial and Pase Rock adding that human heartbeat to the grooves. If you’re building a foundational shelf for chillhop, jazzy beats, or Japanese hip-hop history, this is a cornerstone.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hydeout Productions","offers":[{"title":"1xCD","offer_id":51619694674207,"sku":"HPD-005","price":32.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/5217\/5391\/files\/modal-soul-nujabes-cd-compact-disc-hydeout-productions-9736512.webp?v=1770850032"},{"product_id":"spiritual-state-nujabes-cd","title":"Spiritual State","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpiritual State\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e feels like a quiet conversation with the listener - spacious, meditative, and deeply human. Where Modal Soul glows, Spiritual State drifts: soft horns, patient rhythms, and melodies that linger like a memory you don’t want to lose. Uyama Hiroto’s presence anchors the album’s warmth, while Cise Starr, Substantial, and Pase Rock add intimate verses that never overpower the mood. Tracks like “spiritual state,” “City Light,” and “prayer” capture Nujabes’ gift for turning hip-hop production into something almost spiritual - music for late nights, long drives, and anyone who values emotion over noise. For collectors, it’s essential context in his catalog and one of the most replayable chill records ever put to disc.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hydeout Productions","offers":[{"title":"1xCD","offer_id":51619727737119,"sku":"HPD-13","price":32.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/5217\/5391\/files\/spiritual-state-nujabes-cd-compact-disc-hydeout-productions-3824107.webp?v=1770850031"},{"product_id":"hydeout-productions-2nd-collection-vinyl-various-artists-nujabes-2xlp","title":"Hydeout Productions: 2nd Collection","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"560\"\u003eHydeout Productions 2nd Collection finds \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eNujabes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e shaping a warm, atmospheric blend of hip-hop and downtempo - dusty beats, jazzy textures and melodies that drift with a late-night calm. 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