Dream A Dream
Libra, 2025
9/10
The pianist Satoko Fujii is joined by Takashi Sugawa and Ittetsu Takemura for these 5 songs that make up the outfit’s first studio album.
“Second Step” leads with the unpredictable keys alongside atmospheric drumming for the cinematic performance, and the title track follows with waves of ambience amid the radiant keys and strategic bass from Sugawa.
“Summer Day” occupies the middle spot and showcases Fujii’s finger acrobatics in a very artistic presence, while “Rain Drop” balances minimalism with reflective bouts via the moody rhythm section and building keys.
“Aruku” is the final track, and it’s a mesmerizing display of meticulous piano, unparalleled drumming from Takemura and eloquent bass for a dizzying exit.
The trio have already released 2 live albums, and this studio effort is just as exceptional, where the dynamic interaction and improvisational vision makes for top notch, avant-garde jazz.
Travels well with: Natsuki Tamura/Satoko Fujii- Aloft; Satoko Fujii Tokyo Trio- Jet Black