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SYNCHRONOUS YAWN ~ CRACKS VITAL 004 ~ JAPAN ~ Jazz-Rock Fusion Recorded: 1999 - 2006 Released: 2007 1st album by excellent Japanese trio Synchronous YawnFind albums by this artist, led by guitarist / keyboardist Eishow MutohFind albums by this artist (who also wrote most of the music), with bassist Naoyuki SetoFind albums by this artist and drummer Masashi MatsumotoFind albums by this artist. Three guest musicians participate on several tracks, most notably the excellent soprano saxophonist Yuji KawamuraFind albums by this artist, who sounds like Wayne ShorterFind albums by this artist. The music is excellent, a mixture of Jazz-Rock Fusion and Japanese ethnic influences, somewhat resembling early Weather ReportFind albums by this artist. All these players are truly excellent and the album is full of mystic atmosphere and beautiful melodies. The recordings span a period of 7 years and since I couldn´t find any information about the band, I hope they still exist, as they have great potential. At least we have this document of their activities so far, hoping to hear more. The album reflects well the vibrant and advanced Japanese scene, which never ceases to surprise. Although completely obscure, this album surely deserves to be heard and enjoyed beyond its homeland. Recommended!

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