Stellar is finally here! http://bachido.com/products
This 2nd album from Monsters of Shamisen features Kevin Kmetz, Masahiro Nitta and Kyle Abbott, as well as many talented special guests!
This album features 12 engaging songs including traditional classics and brand new originals!
- Korobushka
- Eden no Kanata
- Bolivianita
- Scarborough Fair
- Yasaburo Bushi
- Hikaru
- Tsugaru Jonkara Bushi
- Tsugaru Yosare Bushi
- Tsugaru Aiya Bushi
- Dyngyldai
11.Greensleeves - The Return
Stellar is a unique creation. With an appreciation for all cultural styles, I made the primary goal to capture the song’s feeling and heritage, and then incorporate shamisen appropriately. Rather than just as a background ensemble to support a shredding shamisen, the feeling of Stellar is to incorporate the shamisen WITH all the instruments , as my dream for the future of shamisen is to be an instrument commonly played along with others.
It’s time to imbibe in this musical meal!
—Kyle Abbott