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About Nankuru Naisa
On Nankuru Naisa, Bob Brozman and Takashi Hirayasu eschew the intimate duets and Okinawan folk songs of their debut, Jin Jin/Firefly, in favor of a larger group of musicians and new songs composed by Takashi himself. Takashi's compositions are grounded in the plaintive melodies and loping rhythms of Okinawa, but selections such as "Koza No Machi (Koza City)," which chugs along to an irresistible swing beat, or "Haha No Uta (Song for Mother)," which has a strong Latin feel thanks to guest artist David Hidalgo, show that Takashi has been listening to, and learning from, different musical styles from around the world. Brozman adds delightful instrumental touches with his Hawaiian steel guitar, ukulele, and charango, and his understated playing helps make the meaning of the songs clear, even if you don't speak Japanese. There have been numerous CDs of "East meets West" fusion recorded in the last few years, but the musicianship and mutual understanding of Takashi Hirayasu and Bob Brozman makes Nankuru Naisa one of the best. --Michael Simmons
