[Description]
Singer-songwriter NAOITO's second album, following the unforgettable 2010 release of his debut album, 『雑食Familia』(Zasshoku Familia), is a masterpiece of alternative ballads.
His energetic live performances made NAOITO's second album created songs penned over a span of 379 days, showcasing even greater eclectic influences than its predecessor. The nostalgia-infused melodies, reminiscent of "Enka", discovered at last, resonate universally, touching the hearts of people in every corner of the world.
Included in this album is the sequel to "Ichikabachikano," the track that ignited dance floors across Japan in 2010 through KINGDOM☆AFROCKS.
The second track was born from the art project "Yatai Trip," where NAOITO journeyed to the 38th parallel north on the Korean Peninsula and renamed it "괜찮아요" Undoubtedly, this track stands as one of NAOITO's masterpieces.
Moreover, the album includes a reworked version of the beloved fan favorite "FLOWERS," originally featured on a demo CD during his indie days, now recreated in a band version, showcasing NAOITO's spirit of experimentation and dedication.
The album boasts the same lineup as the previous Zasshoku Familia, featuring IZPON (percussion), SHIZUKA (percussion), Masaki Kobayashi (bass), Wada KG (drums), along with original members Daichi (trumpet) and Daigo Soga (blues harp & dub). Additionally, it introduces new collaborations, such as "Sativa" featuring Temjin (trumpet) and "Gwenchanayo" featuring Chun (accordion), both presenting innovative double trumpet arrangements.
Finally, the closing track "Kaze ni Mau Sora ni Momo" features icchie from Determinations (currently Yossy Little Noise Weaver) along with other notable musicians and artists who participated in this album. It offers a glimpse into the future, 379 days after the release of NAOITO's debut album Zasshoku Familia.
MUSICIANS:
- NAOITO (guitar & vocal)
- IZPON (percussion)
- SHIZUKA (percussion)
- Masaki Kobayashi (bass)
- Wada KG (drums)
- Daichi (trumpet)
- Temjin (trumpet)
- icchie (trombone)
- Daigo Soga (blues harp & dub)
- Junichi Kamikura (bass sax)
- CHUN (accordion)
Recorded & Mixed by:
- YAMARO (KOME studio)
- URBAN (POTATO studio)
Produced by NAOITO
NAOITO / 379DAYS (CD) / UBCA-1023
Tracklist
- CHANTIN’
- 괜찮아요 "Kencha-nayo"
- ぱ~らっぽん~interlude mix by IZPON~ "Parappon Chotto Otona na SAMBA~ Interlude Mix by IZPON~"
- くぅんびあ "Kunbia"
- 演歌艶花 "Enka Tsuyuhana"
- FLOWERS
- SATIVA
- 風に舞う空に桃 "Kaze ni Mau Sora ni Momo"
Product ID
Release Date: March 16, 2011
Catalog number: UBCA-1023
Released by: Tuff Beats
Distributed by: Lastrum Music Entertainment Co., Ltd.