Tobira

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only 4 left

about the record

On Tobira, Illuha expands from a duo into a trio with percussionist Tatsuhisa Yamamoto, whose deep sense of groove and distinctive drumming transforms their electro-acoustic landscapes. Recorded over two focused sessions with a few overdubs, the album explores rhythmic structures, a new direction that feels both daring and unexpected in ambient music.

The music moves through hazy, noir-tinged textures of pulsing drums, distorted guitar, and bass, then settles back into delicate, angled atmospheres. Yamamoto’s subtle yet present touch enhances Illuha’s meticulous production, creating a striking balance between intention and improvisation.

Tobira—“door” or “opening” in Japanese—invites listeners to step through multiple sonic thresholds, each offering a unique terrain to navigate and explore.

  1. 1 - Mukaemizu 02:09
  2. 2 - Roji 11:53
  3. 3 - Tsukubai 05:41
  4. 4 - Nijiriguchi 11:19
  5. 5 - Monkou 12:33
  6. 6 - Okurirei 10:53
Tobira

22,00

only 4 left

  1. 1 - Mukaemizu 02:09
  2. 2 - Roji 11:53
  3. 3 - Tsukubai 05:41
  4. 4 - Nijiriguchi 11:19
  5. 5 - Monkou 12:33
  6. 6 - Okurirei 10:53

about the record

On Tobira, Illuha expands from a duo into a trio with percussionist Tatsuhisa Yamamoto, whose deep sense of groove and distinctive drumming transforms their electro-acoustic landscapes. Recorded over two focused sessions with a few overdubs, the album explores rhythmic structures, a new direction that feels both daring and unexpected in ambient music.

The music moves through hazy, noir-tinged textures of pulsing drums, distorted guitar, and bass, then settles back into delicate, angled atmospheres. Yamamoto’s subtle yet present touch enhances Illuha’s meticulous production, creating a striking balance between intention and improvisation.

Tobira—“door” or “opening” in Japanese—invites listeners to step through multiple sonic thresholds, each offering a unique terrain to navigate and explore.

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