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

‘Incantation’ is an evocative collaboration between Frank W. Becker, known for his forward-thinking approach to electronic sound, and Michiko Akao, a virtuoso of the traditional Japanese bamboo flute. This album stands as a singular meeting point between East and West, ancient and modern. Becker’s deft electronic textures create a spectral landscape, while Akao’s shakuhachi melodies weave through with meditative clarity and subtle drama. Rather than clashing, their respective traditions converse: electronics pulse and shimmer, giving Akao’s organic breathiness a new, otherworldly dimension. The result is an immersive listening experience—one that never feels forced, but rather, organic and exploratory. ‘Incantation’ is not just a document of two artists meeting; it is a sonic ritual, inviting the listener to suspend their expectations and enter a liminal space. For collectors and connoisseurs of instrumental music, this record is a testament to the power of cross-cultural collaboration and the enduring magic of experimental sound. It’s an album that rewards attentive listening and reveals new details with every spin—a modern classic for those who value innovation and atmosphere in equal measure.

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 –