Hiroki Okano

Okanos 1st 2 IC releases are masterpieces. Zen like ambient with a definite use of restraint of instrumentation nothing is too saturated or domineering in the music. Instead it flows gently like the brook on the hillside of Mt Fuji the music making an accompaniment for inner focus. Hiroki intelligently utilizes synthesizers, ocarinas, samplers and various Japanese percussion to convey of instrumental hiku's for ou the willing participant to enjoy. There was a time when IC was a truly innovative and progressive electronic/contemporary instrumental label 1985-1994. This is a must have if you enjoy your ambient music with a Japanese touch of shi-zen.