Name: Tracing The Magic
Brand: Ikue Mori

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Release date

2022-06-24

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CDTZA4040

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Ikue Mori

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Tzadik

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Jazz

Tzadik is a US record label based in New York City, specializing in avant-garde and experimental music. Established in 1995 by composer and saxophonist John Zorn, Tzadik has become a prominent name in the industry. With Zorn as the executive producer of all Tzadik releases, the label operates as a not-for-profit cooperative.

With an extensive catalog numbering scheme, Tzadik offers a diverse range of musical experiences. From special editions to limited edition vinyls, their releases cater to various preferences. They also have dedicated series such as John Zorn's 50th Birthday Celebration Series and Radical Jewish Culture Series.

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Ikue Mori is a drummer, electronic percussionist, composer, and graphic designer born on December 17, 1953 in Tokyo, Japan. She first gained musical experience as the drummer for the influential no wave band DNA. After the band disbanded, she became active in the New York experimental music scene and began playing drum machines to create unique sounds. In recent years, she has used a laptop as her primary instrument but is still known for her "electronic percussion." Mori has collaborated with various artists including Dave Douglas, Kim Gordon, and John Zorn. She draws inspiration from visual arts and has received recognition for her work.

Mori's musical journey began after hearing punk rock which sparked her interest in music. Moving to New York City in 1977 led her to become involved in the city's vibrant music scene where she developed a distinctive style as the drummer for DNA alongside Arto Lindsay.

Since then, Mori has been an active figure in the New York experimental music scene. She transitioned from drums to drum machines and later incorporated laptops into her performances while still being credited with "electronic percussion." Collaborating with renowned musicians such as Dave Douglas and Thurston Moore showcases Mori's versatility and willingness to explore different genres.

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Tracing The Magic is Ikue Mori's most varied and fabulous CD to date and it is an absolute masterpiece! Seven pieces, each inspired by (and dedicated to) women artists whose powerful vision and creativity drove them to continue creating well into their '80s and '90s: Joan Jonas, Louise Bourgeois, Agnes Martin, Judit Reigl, Leonora Carrington, Jakucho Sekuchi, and Toko Shinoda. The ensemble lineups feature some of the most exciting musicians working today and include friends new (Charmane Lee, Sae Hashimoto) and old (Sylvie Courvoisier, Makigami Koichi, Erik Friedlander, Satoko Fujii, Natsuki Tamura, Zeena Parkins, Ned Rothenberg, David Watson). Moody, lyrical, textural, and evocative, the music is driven by Ikue's unique electronics and showcases her brilliant ear for orchestration, melody, and texture.

Tracing The Magic

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