IGNITION
His latest and first album since his “comeback” in 2002. This is also a debut album of his “Nippon Soul Jazz Band” he formed with his intimate friends in 2004. Backed by Akemi Ohta’s beautiful and amazing flute performances and Takayuki Koizumi’s “singing” drumming, Sekine seems to enjoy playing the music. With all selection written by Sekine himself with his love for jazz, except Herbie Hancock’s “Just Around the Corner” and Japanese traditional “Hietsuki Song,” you will find all the music here full of joy and happiness. If you get interested in Sekine’s music through “Stop Over” or “Strode Road” album, this disc is a must-buy.
Track Listings:
01. WSD St Theme
02. Primal Dance
03. Inner Voices
04. The Spring Wind
05. The Sky
06. Just Around the Corner*
07. Vento de maio
08. Hietsuki Song**
09. Impulse
10. Starting Over
11. Little Mona
All selection written by Toshiyuki Sekine except * by Herbie Hancock and ** a Japanese traditional folk song.
Personnel:
Ayumi Kawano (vo)
Akemi Ohta (fl, perc)
Toshiyuki Sekine (p, kbds)
Norikatsu Koreyasu (b)
Takayuki Koizumi (ds)
Released Feb.25, 2007
Mugigi Records MGGR-0001
JPY2,500.-