Izumii, an electronic pop duo based in Tokyo and New York, released their long-awaited new song “Back to Zero” on December 10th. This work, the first in partnership with Eryngii Records, symbolizes the beginning of a new journey for Izumii as an artist.
“Back to Zero” is based on the theme of rebirth and recovery in the digital age, and depicts the contradictions and conflicts created by technology that connects people. With a sound that embodies rebirth from destruction, it appeals to the importance of resetting in a modern society dominated by digital connections. A fusion of UK and German liquid drum and bass, New York trap rhythms, and J-Pop melodies, the sound reflects Izumii’s dual cultural roots in Tokyo and New York, creating a contemporary and genre-defying musical experience. Provide. This work in particular will provide new vitality and inspiration to listeners living today.
This song, in which vocalist Ken Isaacs sings, “Despite the repeated destruction of the world, I still aim somewhere, until the end of my dreams,” depicts a man who transcends the pain and perseverance of creation and discovers new possibilities. are. It contains Izumii’s unique perspective of viewing the cycle of destruction and rebirth in a positive light and exploring the essence of art.
The music video is also scheduled to be released on December 12th. The video, created by creative director Hayatoshi Suda, is set in a rural coastal area of Japan, and tells a story that intertwines transience and hope as the sun sets. The image of Izumii standing on a desolate beach, the power transmission tower rising from the sea, and the hazy cityscape in the distance resonate deeply with the theme of the song. Izumii is a duo consisting of Ken Isaacs (vocals, lyrics/composer) and Hayatoshi Suda (creative director, engineer, visual designer). With a musicality that combines Eastern and Western cultural elements, he creates sounds that give listeners a new perspective. “Back to Zero” will be distributed from Eryngii Records starting today, December 10th.
Pre-save/delivery link:https://eryngii.art/BackToZeroPR
What is Eryngii?
A new music label founded in 2023 in NYC by Robert Ramirez, Rikitaro Suzuki, and Tadashi Beddie. Our motto is to explore the intersection of Japanese and American music, bringing artists who create unique and captivating music to the world.
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