Credits:

Keiko Matsui

Description:

The Japanese edition of "EUPHORIA," the latest album by contemporary jazz icon Keiko Matsui, is dedicated to the year 2023 and the energy of "life," "love," and "hope" for the new era. The core of this album is the energy of 'life,' 'love,' and 'hope.'" Thirty-five years after her debut, this monumental album highlights Keiko Matsui's unique melodies and features songs with special guests who have won numerous Grammy Awards. In addition to the touring members, with whom she has built a strong relationship of trust, the group also includes vocalist Leila Hathaway, trumpeter Randy Brecker, guitarist Mike Stern, saxophonist Kirk Waylam, vibraphonist Joel Ross, harmonica player Gregor Malle, pianist/arranger Special guest artists include pianist/arranger John Beasley. Co-produced by Grammy-nominated producer/manager Bud Harner. Keiko Matsui's elegant piano melodies and gentle jazz grooves unleash a world of mystery and grandeur.I dedicate this album to a new era in which each of us can pursue happiness while caring for one another." Keiko Matsui

Tracklisting:

01． STEPS ON THE GLOBE
02． THE CHOICE (featuring Mike Stern)
03． PRAIRIE MORNING
04． NEO (featuring Randy Brecker)
05． LOVE AND NOTHING LESS(featuring Lalah Hathaway & Gregoire Maret)
06． LUMINESCENCE (featuring Kirk Whalum)
07． ROSSO CANTABILE
08． LEGEND OF YAGUARÓN
09． MOSSY MOUNTAIN
10． BLUE WATER
11． EUPHORIA (featuring Joel Ross)
12． NEW PASSAGE