Makiko & Bush Chemists - Seven Winds From The East

Review by Lauren Hoffpauir

Seven Winds From The East, the latest album by Makiko & Bush Chemists, is a unique and captivating blend of traditional Japanese music and dub reggae. The album features Makiko's hauntingly beautiful koto melodies, which are seamlessly woven into the dub rhythms crafted by the Bush Chemists.

The album opens with the title track, "Seven Winds From The East", which sets the tone for the rest of the album with its lush instrumentation and hypnotic rhythms. Other standout tracks include "Koto Dub" and "Tokyo Dub", both of which showcase Makiko's virtuosic koto playing and the Bush Chemists' mastery of the dub genre.

The album's production is top-notch, with each track expertly mixed and mastered to create a seamless listening experience. The combination of Makiko's traditional Japanese music and the Bush Chemists' dub reggae is a match made in heaven, and the resulting sound is both unique and captivating.

Summary by Lauren Hoffpauir

Seven Winds From The East is a must-listen for fans of both traditional Japanese music and dub reggae, as well as anyone looking for something truly original and innovative. Makiko & Bush Chemists have created a truly special album that is sure to stand the test of time.