Tracklist
Versions
| Title, Format | Label | Cat# | Country | Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spirit Of The Sun (CD, Album) | Compost Records | COMPOST 114-2 | Germany | 2002 | |
| Spirit Of The Sun (CD, Album) | SMEJ Associated Records | AICP 262 | Japan | 2002 | |
| Spirit Of The Sun (2xLP) | Compost Records | COMPOST 114-1 | Germany | 2003 |
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Reviews & Discussion
referencing Spirit Of The Sun, CD, Album, COMPOST 114-2
It's almost impossible not to admire an album as well-produced as Kyoto Jazz Massive's SPIRIT OF THE SUN. It encapsulates perfect the whole "future jazz" ethos: just jazzy enough to work a cocktail party, just rhythmic enough to make itself a presence on the dancefloor. But it's universality is also a drawback--it seems a bit too typical. You've got powerful divas singing uplifting vocals (and Victor Davies on "Deep in Your Mind"; you've got funky breaks to keep your feet tapping. The instrumental "Stargazer" has an appropriate dreaminess, while “Behind the Shadow” is as light as a soufflé. But I want something that really demands my attention, rather than well-done tracks that slide off the consciousness. "Eclipse" starts to fit the bill, with its more aggressive drum sequence, and "Substream" kicks in with a 4/4 house beat, but it's not quite enough.
referencing Spirit Of The Sun, CD, Album, AICP 262
Essential and perfect Jazz of the present... Dynamic drumsets, beautiful basslines and simply wonderful keys. And some superb jazzy vocals incorporated. I discovered this band while listening to Makoto's 'Human Elements' disc. Their version of 'Time' became my favourite. When I recieved 'The Spirit Of The Sun' I got the sound I had expected. Yes...I love it. Jazz is alive.