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THE REVIEW
熱田御修覆
磨ぎなほす
鏡も清し
雪の花
(松尾 芭蕉)
At the newly restored Atsuta Shrine.
Just polished,
clear is the mirror:
snow flowers.
(Matsuo Bashō)
In the transparency of rice paper and the reduplication of the mirror, we find exemplified the coordinates of this indescribable work by Sugai Ken [スガイ ケン], a young leader of the neo-Japonica scene. Skillfully balancing environmental samples, rhythmic cadences, concrete music noises from distinctly xylophonic instruments, and a distinctly Japanese sense of time, the neo-Japanese manages to make an oxymoron audible: that of a-rhythmic rhythm; of opaque transparency; of analog-synthetic sound.
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Sugai Ken's UkabazUmorezU delivers an intricate blend of environmental sounds, rhythmic cadences, and unique Japanese sensibilities. The album balances oxymoronic elements such as a-rhythmic rhythm and analog-synthetic soundscapes, crafting a distinct listening experience. Despite the complexity, the work remains transparent and clear, embodying the essence of neo-Japonica music.
Sugai Ken
Japanese electronic composer and sound artist known for ambient and experimental works that combine environmental samples, concrete sounds and a distinct Japanese sense of time.01 Reviews
