NEW YORK TO JAMAICA

Kyozo Nishioka's wandering musical life is audible throughout this record. Long associated with acoustic folk, he moved into new territory through reggae and Caribbean sounds, while keeping his own unmistakable voice.

A1 brings an urban swing to the opening. B3 has an almost unruly New York pulse, and B4 creates a taut, humid atmosphere. Across these tracks, his roots remain visible even as the scenery changes.