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Content Introduction "I'm completely captivated by the melty urban sound created by this Nordic master." - Music writer Toshikazu Kanazawa (Light Mellow) Commentary: Kunimondo Takiguchi (Ryusenkei) Includes one bonus track for the Japanese edition. The long-awaited second album from Nordic genius Andre Solonko, who captured the hearts of AOR and city pop fans with just one album. A flawless masterpiece that showcases his craftsmanship, which can now be called that of a "master of modern light mellow." Andre Solonko is the producer/saxophonist who leads the Nordic Finnish fusion band Vinyl Jam. His previous work, "U Etchu Mantunon?" (PCD-93630), released at the end of 2012, impressed many AOR and city pop freaks and DJs, and was a huge hit here in Japan as well. His new work has finally arrived. The sound, which pushes the urban AOR path even further than its predecessor, is undeniably high-quality. [An evolved work that puts a more urban AOR style into practice] If the previous work, with its soft soundscape, was a work that was conscious of 70's AOR, then this work, which is more solid and high-fidelity, can be seen as an homage to early 80's AOR. Andre's own light mellow sound production, which makes extensive use of saxophone and electric piano, is even more refined than before, while still adhering to analog recording, and a "sweet and dangerous scent" reminiscent of skyscrapers at night dominates the entire work. From the killer urban mid-groove "Teasing You" (M1), featuring soulful and coquettish female vocals reminiscent of Minnie Riperton, to the instrumental fusion "Living in a paper house" (M4), which fully showcases Andr?'s charm as a saxophonist, the sensual "Le Polaroid" (M5) with its sweet saxophone and French whispers, and "Afternoon with Stiina" (M6) with a hint of "Feel Like Making Love," there are countless highlights. Furthermore, the brilliant solos by Alain Millon, the keyboard prodigy of French jazz-rock legend Cortex, on tracks 1 and 3 are not to be missed. Not only will fans of the previous album be pleased, but this album is sure to be enjoyed by hardcore AOR fans in the vein of David Foster. Media Reviews and More: This is the second solo album from Andre Solonko, producer/saxophonist who leads the Finnish fusion band Vinyl Jam. Having captivated light mellow music fans with his previous work, he features soulful female vocals throughout this album. A flawless release that pushes the urban AOR path even further than its predecessor. (C)RS
