Koki Nakano - Koki Nakano - Ululo [cd] [CD]

<p>With "Ululo", pianist and composer Koki Nakano immerses us in the depths of his<br>emotions, carried by the striking voices of Jordy, WAYNE SNOW and Yael Naim.<br>For his fourth album, Japanese pianist and composer Koki Nakano moves beyond<br>the conceptual to reveal an intimate and visceral musical expression, a reflection of<br>his deep emotions. Each piece conveys the desire and passion of a cry. The title<br>"Ululo" (which translates to "Howl" or "Cry" in Latin) echoes a childhood memory of<br>being in his father's arms, yearning to touch the moon. This unfulfilled desire,<br>reminiscent of a famous haiku by famous poet Issa Kobayashi, symbolizes his early<br>realization of his limitations in the face of the vastness of the world and the seemingly<br>unattainable. Koki reinvents himself with a unique fusion of piano and modern vocal<br>collaborations. He is joined by UK rap sensation Jordy and the captivating voices of<br>WAYNE SNOW and Yael Naim. He offers an avant-garde music style distinguished<br>by its emotional simplicity and sonic depth. Beyond virtuosity, Koki explores his<br>classical sensibilities by blending subtle ambient textures with his poignant and<br>sophisticated melodies. While "Ululo" is a cry of frustration with melancholic tones, it<br>is also romantic, filled with beauty, humor, and light.</p>