Anima Animus - Kumiko Yamashita - LP - Pre Owned Vinyl (Arrives in 14days)

Anima Animus stands as a testament to Kumiko Yamashita's fearless approach to music-making, where boundaries dissolve and traditions converse. Across this album, Yamashita deftly blends the expressive nuances of Japanese folk with the improvisational spirit of jazz and the layered architecture of Western classical. The result is a fusion that feels organic, yet strikingly modern—each track an invitation to explore new sound worlds. Rather than settling for easy cross-cultural references, Yamashita shapes her influences into something personal and searching. Intricate koto and shakuhachi phrases weave through contemporary piano and subtle electronics, creating a sonic palette that is as unpredictable as it is mesmerizing. The album's title—Anima Animus—hints at a dialogue between opposites, and indeed, the music continually juxtaposes delicacy with force, tradition with innovation. For collectors and listeners with a taste for the adventurous, this record offers a rare chance to hear an artist at the height of her creative curiosity. It's a rewarding listen—one that reveals new layers with each spin, and stands as a culturally significant artifact in the evolving story of global fusion music. Track List: A1 - アニマ・アニムス - 4:22 A2 - そばにいたいよ - 3:13 A3 - Seek - 3:53 A4 - Downtown Sundown - 4:22 A5 - New Year's Eve - 4:17 B1 - モーニング・ベルならしてよ - 3:07 B2 - Gimme Love - 3:39 B3 - 誰かがわたしを呼んでいる - 4:07 B4 - 5･6･7･8 Dance! - 3:19 B5 - Hello! ストレンジャー - 4:29