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2024-05-31

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GB1594CD

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Artist

Chihei Hatakeyama

Label EU

Gearbox

Genre EU

Jazz

Chihei Hatakeyama is a musician and organizer from Tokyo. He has been performing for many years under his own name and as part of the duo Opitope. Starting out playing guitar in rock bands, he later transitioned to using a laptop computer as his main instrument. Hatakeyama creates beautiful soundscapes by combining recorded acoustic instruments like guitars, vibraphone, and piano with electronic processing. His debut album Minima Moralia was released by Kranky in 2006.

Gearbox is a British independent label founded in 2009 by Darrel Sheinman. Based in London and Tokyo, Gearbox releases new music by contemporary artists as well as previously-unreleased archival recordings. They are well known for their jazz releases, including the "BBC Jazz For Moderns" series taken from jazz programmes on the BBC. The label also has a series called Japanese Editions featuring legendary performances at Ronnie Scott's jazz club in London.

In addition to their record releases, Gearbox operates a mastering studio located at Tileyard Studios in King's Cross, London. Equipped with vintage analog equipment, including a 1967 Haeco Scully lathe with Westrex amplifiers, they offer high-quality lacquer cutting and mastering services. The studio also provides direct-to-disc or tape recording using the adjacent recording studio.

For its own releases, Gearbox Records collaborates with Optimal Media GmbH. Known engineers associated with the label include Darrel Sheinman (Daz), Caspar Sutton-Jones (caspar@gearbox), Cicely Balston (2013-2016), Carla Iannace (since 2021 - carla@gearbox), and Kristina Rhodes (2021-2023). The studio is credited on releases as Gearbox Records Studio or Gearbox Recording.

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Magnificent Little Dudes - Volume 01 is a captivating album released by Gearbox Records, featuring the collaborative work of Chihei and Ishiwaka Hatakeyama. This ambient masterpiece takes listeners on a mesmerizing journey through ethereal soundscapes and intricate musical textures.

Chihei and Ishiwaka Hatakeyama's unique blend of electronic and acoustic elements creates a dreamlike atmosphere that invites contemplation and introspection. The delicate balance between gentle melodies and subtle rhythms makes this album a perfect companion for moments of relaxation or creative inspiration.

Each track on Magnificent Little Dudes - Volume 01 unfolds like a sonic painting, with layers of sound building upon each other to form a rich tapestry of music. The seamless integration of field recordings, synthesizers, and guitars adds depth and complexity to the overall listening experience.

Listeners will find themselves immersed in a world of tranquility and beauty as they explore the intricate sonic landscapes crafted by Chihei and Ishiwaka Hatakeyama. From soft whispers to soaring crescendos, this album offers a diverse range of emotions and moods that will resonate with fans of ambient music.

Whether you are a seasoned ambient music enthusiast or new to the genre, Magnificent Little Dudes - Volume 01 is sure to captivate your senses and transport you to a realm of sonic wonderment. Immerse yourself in this enchanting musical collaboration and let the music take you on a transformative auditory journey.

Magnificent Little Dudes - Volume 01

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Discover Magnificent Little Dudes - Volume 01 by Chihei Hatakeyama on Gearbox Records. An ambient masterpiece of ethereal soundscapes and intricate textures. Vinyl records music for exclusive discovery.