WATARASE: VOICE
- ”Watarase" is a representative work by Japanese jazz pianist Fumio Itabashi
- The LP compiled unreleased vocal versions of "Watarase"
- For fans of Minyo / Wamono / Rare Groove
- Japanese OBI
| Genre | Jazz |
|---|---|
| Style | Jazz, Modal, Japanese |
| Format | VINYL |
| Cat. no | PLP7511 |
| Label | P-VINE (JAPAN) |
| Artist | FUMIO ITABASHI |
| Release Date | 07/03/2025 |
| Carrier | LP |
| Barcode | 4995879075111 |
| Pressing | Japan |
| Stock | In stock |
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Fumio Itabashi is a jazz pianist who has garnered global recognition from jazz enthusiasts around the world. Following the success of Watarase ECHO, which compiled previously unreleased takes of his signature work Watarase through the lens of Minoru Wakasugi, a pioneer of the Japanese jazz scene, the second installment of the series, Watarase VOICE, is now being released by P-VINE. This new album focuses on the "voice" aspect, compiling previously unreleased tracks that feature a diverse array of vocalists who participated in Watarase.
Looking back on a remarkable 40-year career, the series carefully selects and presents the Watarase compositions that are most deserving of being heard today. Through this series, listeners can experience a glimpse into Fumio Itabashi’s life and his ongoing passion for expressing the pinnacle of jazz as an art form, a passion that continues to this day. The Watarase series offers a unique opportunity to savor not just the music, but the essence of Itabashi’s dedication to jazz.