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Title: Interesting taiko album
Review: ------------------------------------------------------Nihon Daiko"Japanese Drums"(ARC Music, 2012)------------------------------------------------------I think I'd have to side with those who welcome this album's atypical sound: it is doubtful that the full power of taiko music can be captured in film or sound recordings... You really kind of have to be there and feel the drums, as opposed to simply hear them. That being said, there are many great taiko recordings, and it is nice to hear one that sounds different and distinctive. This album, originally released in 2002, is from a tradition-oriented group from Hokkaido who prominently feature flute melodies as well as drums. Indeed, the flute is often the lead and while this may vex listeners who expect thunderous percussion, it is in keeping with many traditional taiko songs. Nice elegant performances; good for a chance of pace! Taiko star Joji Hirota guests on one track. (DJ Joe Sixpack, Slipcue Gude To World Music)
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