Back catalogue: Post Rock/Experimental

Review: IV, the inaugural reissue from World Of Echo, highlights the exceptional talents of Japanese guitarist Naoki Zushi, celebrated for his role in psyche folk group Nagisa Ni Te. This 2018 release as Zushi at his creative zenith, featuring six tracks that gracefully reveal an understated grandeur. This album represents psychedelic guitar music that marries a thoughtful pace with bursts of inspiration. Zushi channels influences from renowned guitarists like Phil Manzanera and Robert Fripp, intertwining rich textures with profound emotional depth. In 'Mirror', for example, the track evolves from a tender psych-folk ballad into intricate, soaring guitar passages, while 'Nocturne' envelops listeners in a delicate interplay of repeating melodies and chords, building quiet yet powerful intensity. Zushi's intimate recording style adds a personal touch, allowing his guitar to serve as a conduit for deeper expression. His focus on evoking emotional subtleties creates a captivating soundscape, making IV a stunning embodiment of his artistic vision. This album is a remarkable showcase of Zushi's ability to blend intricate melodies with heartfelt resonance, ideal for admirers of nuanced guitar artistry.