Incantation - Frank W. Becker / Michiko Akao - LP - Pre Owned Vinyl (Arrives in 14days)

On 'Incantation,' Frank W. Becker and Michiko Akao embark on an arresting sonic journey where East and West, tradition and innovation, fuse seamlessly. Akao, a revered Japanese shakuhachi virtuoso, and Becker, an adventurous composer and synthesist, craft a dialogue between the ancient flute and modern electronic textures. The result is a mesmerizing body of work that challenges conventional genre lines, inviting listeners into a soundscape that feels both meditative and unpredictable. Each track unfolds like a ritual—delicate, intense, and full of nuance—showcasing the expressive possibilities of the shakuhachi when paired with shimmering synths and subtle processing. The album's artistry lies in its restraint; silence, breath, and space are as vital as melody or rhythm. Listeners with a taste for avant-garde, ambient, or cross-cultural exploration will find 'Incantation' revelatory. This record is a must for collectors interested in the evolution of global fusion and the dialogue between old and new. It’s not just an album, but an invitation to experience music as spell—one that lingers long after the needle lifts. Track List: A1 - The Creation Of Heaven And Earth = 天地創造 - A2 - Transcendent Heaven (Etenraku) = 越天楽 - A3 - Illumination = イルミネーション - A4 - The Sacred Islands (Kimigayo) = 聖なる島々（君が代） - B1 - Canticle To The Morning Sun - B2 - Eclipse - B3 - Incantation - B4 - Transfiguration - B5 - Karyobin -