The world-famous pianist Keiko Matsui has released the highly anticipated follow up to her 2005 release, Moyo (Heart and Soul), entitled, The Road… Matsui is certainly one of the most brilliant musicians in the recording industry today, and she has a global fan base that are always eager to support all of her projects. Matsui’s music is inspirational, and her fans greatly connect with the artist.
Keiko Matsui’s tremendous talent is mesmerizing for all who have the opportunity to see the superstar perform live. Like her albums, her live performances are transcendent, and those in attendance leave the shows knowing that they have witnessed a truly great example of artistic expression -- an artist who shares her musical journey with the world of fans who are grateful for the experience.
The star’s new album, The Road…, was released on January 25, 2011 by Shanachie Entertainment. The album has already yielded two hit singles, and the fans and critics alike are loving the new project from the gifted pianist. The Road… is about the journey that one’s life takes them on. Like other successful artists, the pianist tours quite a lot. While it has been a few year’s since her previous album, the star continued to tour all over the world, and the venues continue to be sold-out as the fans are always excited when Matsui returns for additional shows.
On The Road…, Matsui collaborated with an array of phenomenal visionaries -- musicians that added their prowess to the tracks on which they are featured. Among the artists that the star worked with on the album are, Kirk Whalum, Jackiem Joyner, and Richard Bona, to name a few.
The album contains nine amazing songs: “Secret Pond,” “Falcon’s Wing,” “Nguea Wonja.” “ Bohemian Concerto,” “Embrace & Surrender,” “Awakening,” “Touching Peace,” “Affirmation,” and “The Road…”. While each song is completely unique from the others, one of the qualities that each song shares, is that each track is deeply reflective, the songs will certainly resonate with fans, as each song takes the listener on a journey of reflection and is a musical confluence.
The Road… is another great additional to Matsui’s impressive library of work. There is much distress in the world today, and Matsui’s music has been a soundtrack for the lives of many; a reminder of the ethereal, in a world of corporeal events. The album will certainly be a project essential for any Matsui fan’s collection of music. The project will thrill the star’s existent fan base, and will certainly garner additional fans all over the world.
For the fans wondering about the catastrophic earthquake and tsunami that struck Japan on March 11 -- Keiko Matsui and her family are safe and are in Tokyo, Japan. The following press release was posted on the star’s official website: “On Friday, March 11, 2011 Japan was struck by a disaster that forever changed that beautiful country and the entire world. All of our hearts grieve collectively for the lives lost and torn apart by the devastating earthquake and tsunami. During the past week there has been an outpouring of concern for Shanachie recording artist and pianist, Keiko Matsui. We wanted to get the word out that Keiko Matsui and her family are safe and currently still in Tokyo. They are dealing with the challenges brought on by the aftermath of the disaster. Keiko would like to thank everyone for their prayers and concern not only for her family but for all families in Japan. Donations for relief and aid can be made through Operation USA (opusa.org) and the Red Cross (redcross.org). As many of you know aside from being a deeply spiritual and inspired musician, Keiko is also a humanitarian and activist and will likely be involved in efforts to aid in the healing and recovery of Japan. We will keep you posted on her activities.”
For more information, please visit www.keikomatsui.com.
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