It has been announced that SSW/pianist Ibuki Takai will release a new EP, “Voice of Venus,” on Wednesday, July 31st.
Last year, Ibuki Takai celebrated her 10th anniversary by releasing the EP “PIANO,” which is composed only of vocals and piano. This third EP is a conceptual ambient pop work of six songs that combines recordings of rich acoustic arrangements such as cello, double bass, and vibraphone with electronic sounds.
The recording members are Sora Sato (Vc.), Keitaro Kanamine (Cb., Br-Gt.), Taikimen (Per., Vib., etc.), recording is by Tamotsu, mixing is by Naoto Oka, and mastering is by ambient artist Chihei Hatakeyama. The artwork is by Kana Tarumi.
In addition, a live performance is scheduled for Tuesday, August 20th at Billboard Live TOKYO with a special lineup that will include recording members Taikimen (Performer), as well as Inoue Mei (Guitar), Chiba Hiroki (Ba), and Takahashi Naoki (Drums) as band members.
In addition, he is planning a nationwide release tour in the fall. Details will be announced on his social media. Let’s look forward to further news.
【release information】
Ibuki Takai “Voice of Venus”
Release Date：2024.07.31 (Wed.)
【event information】
“Ibuki Takai special band set in Billboard Live TOKYO”
Date and time: Tuesday, August 20, 2024
(1st Stage) OPEN 16:30 / START 17:30
(2nd Stage) OPEN 19:30 / START 20:30
Venue: Billboard Live TOKYO
Price: Service area: ¥5,700~ / Casual area: ¥5,200 (includes one drink)
Cast:
Ibuki Takai (Vo. / Pf.)
Inoue Mei (Gt.)
Hiroki Chiba (Ba.)
Taikimen (Per.)
Naoki Takahashi (Dr.)
*Food and drink charges not included
*Separate seat reservation fees may apply depending on the type of seat.
■Ibuki Takai:X (Twitter) / Instagram
