空間 Kūkan by Yusaku Iida / NYORAI

Streaming https://music.imusician.pro/a/Ul9Z1j6s

Exclusive track, Fog, via BALLACID https://youtu.be/LMM__TIllYw
and Dim, via Strange But Dance Music https://on.soundcloud.com/HJ8zb

NYORAI had a successful debut in 2020, producing work for labels around the world. We are proud to present his new EP 空間 (Kūkan) that showcases the artist's ability to create music that is both familiar and fresh.

NYORAI draws inspiration from all over the world, from sunny skies to rain-soaked leaves to the changing shape of the moon each night. Japanese nature and its spirit of Zen have had a great influence on his work and continue to inspire him.

WARP Records has been a major influence on NYORAI, with Aphex Twin, Autechre, and Flying Lotus at the forefront. In more recent times, Four Tet, Burial, and Radiohead have also had an impact. Nineties hip-hop and neo-soul artists, such as D'Angelo, have also been an important part of his musical influences. Kraftwerk and Can are two timeless bands he admires. Recently, he has come to appreciate the sound of Max Cooper and Mesh Records, which can be heard in his most recent releases. Additionally, NYORAI is fond of traditional Japanese music.

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