Midori Takada - You Who Are Leaving To Nirvana (LP)

You Who Are Leaving To Nirvana is a mesmerizing collaboration between the renowned Japanese percussionist Midori Takada and the Shomyo monks of Koya-san. Recorded in London and Tokyo, this 2022 release elegantly weaves together powerful Buddhist liturgical chants with Takada’s signature blend of Japanese percussion and marimba, creating a meditative and immersive sonic journey.

This album stands out as a poignant meeting of tradition and innovation, featuring a suite of deeply spiritual compositions and a unique musical creation by Takada herself. Accompanied by insightful liner notes and striking artwork by Portia Zvavahera, You Who Are Leaving To Nirvana offers listeners a rich exploration at the crossroads of experimental sound and sacred ritual.

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• Format: Vinyl
• Label: We Release Whatever The Fuck We Want Records
• Genre: Folk, World, & Country
• Release Date: 06/10/2022
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TRACKS

A1. Teisan
A2. Gyatei-Gyatei (Drumming)
A3. Unga-bai
A4. Sange
B1. Taiyo
B2. Hannya-Singyo
B3. Kannon-Daiji