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Album Title: Bon voyage
An instrumental album themed around the arrival of the New Year and the moment of departure, "Bon voyage" takes you on a sonic journey to new horizons.
The themes of "New Year" and "Travel" are intricately woven into each track, inviting listeners to embark on a musical adventure.
"Bon voyage" carries with it a heartfelt wish hope for new paths, excitement for unknown worlds, and a warm encouragement for the journey of life itself.
Every moment, every fleeting scene is captured in sound, offering you the space to create your own unique story.
May this music become the soundtrack to your journey.
Tracklist:
1. Seeds of Hope
Fireworks bloom in the night sky, scattering seeds of hope.
Inspired by the airline Solaseed Air, this track paints a picture of fireworks illuminating the sky and gently sowing seeds of hope across the world.
Each musical note is like a seed falling softly into the listener's heart, quietly growing into new hope and joy.
May these fleeting moments of beauty become a guiding light for your journey.
2. Cabbage and New Year's Eve
The ordinary moments are often the most dramatic.
The rhythmic chopping of cabbage on a cutting board "crisp," "chop," "snap."
In a quiet kitchen, with distant temple bells marking the year's end, even these small sounds become a countdown to the New Year.
Its a reminder that the most special moments are often hidden in the ordinary.
And yet it's not that serious of a song. (laughs)
3. Happy New Year
The sampled voice of "New Year" dances lightly on guitar melodies.
The simple yet powerful phrase "New Year" blends seamlessly with electric guitar rhythms, carrying the crisp energy of a new beginning.
Each repetition of the word floats gently on sound waves, planting tiny seeds of hope in the listeners heart.
Start your New Year with music and possibility.
4. Melody of the Koto
The sound of the koto paints the New Year morning with gentle light.
In the fresh morning air of the New Year, the delicate tones of the koto dance lightly.
Traditional echoes meet lively rhythms, creating a vibrant landscape of sound.
Each pluck of the strings brings a sense of joy and anticipation for the year ahead.
5. Snowy Journey
The sound of wheels on snow tells a story of winter travel.
Wheels carve rhythms into snowy paths, each sound a chapter in a winter tale.
The crisp air, the endless white landscape everything becomes part of a serene melody.
These sounds, both gentle and resolute, paint a picture of a journey stretching far beyond the horizon.
6. KAGOSHIMA YUKI
The airport announcement "Kagoshima-bound" blends into music.
The sampled airport announcement echoes softly, signaling the beginning of a new adventure.
Its voice merges with rhythmic beats, carrying with it a sense of excitement and anticipation.
The runway stretches forward, and the sky beckons with infinite possibilities.
"Kagoshima-bound" becomes not just a destination, but a musical ticket to somewhere new.
7. Bon voyage
The sound of a guitar whispers, "Have a good journey."
As the train gently begins to move, guitar melodies hum softly, bidding farewell with warmth and kindness.
"Bon voyage" is more than just music its a passport to a personal journey, a conversation with oneself, or a voyage to distant places.
Let the seven soundscapes crafted by Kunigami Taichi carry you to new horizons.
He studied classical piano from early childhood, building a strong foundation in music. At 14, he discovered the guitar, and within three months began performing on the streets. The spirit of blues he learned from a homeless man he met during that time became the origin of his musical expression. At 20, he walked across Japan. Those days spent moving in rhythm with nature continue to live at the core of his creative work. Beyond Music In his 20s, he became the director of a nursing-care facility. He temporarily stepped away from music and devoted himself to witnessing and engaging deeply with stories of life and death. Return to Music In 2018, he resumed his career in earnest and has released numerous works since. He actively expanded his live performances, including sold-out one-man shows at Nagoya CLUB QUATTRO and Diamond Hall. International Activities & Collaborations In 2023, under the executive production of Shingo Yasumoto, he collaborated with notable artists in Japan and abroad. London Kenji Suzuki (Simply Red) - Sound Production / Guitar Gota Yashiki - Drums Roman Roth (Simply Red) - Drums Japan Susumu Nishikawa - Sound Production / Guitar FIRE - Bass Yuya Ishii - Drums MIZ - Strings That same year, he released the instrumental EP SAMURAI GUITARIST. He sold out a one-man show in Tokyo and went on to perform at live events and festivals in London and Lithuania. Through songwriting and production with local artists, he expanded his international musical exchange. In 2024, he adopted the artist name Taichi Kunigami. He launched the New Moon / Full Moon Project, a unique creative rhythm: releasing music albums on new moons and short films on full moons. In 2025, he won 1st place in the Guitarist category at one of Europe's largest music competitions, with over 20,000 entries across 13 European countries. In the same year, he began the multidisciplinary art series Map of Time, blending music, storytelling, and AI. The series has received high recognition at international film festivals across Europe and the United States, including awards nominations and official selections. Award Winner - Best Hollywood Day Short Film Festival 2025 Award Winner - Independent Shorts Awards Award Winner - Five Continents International Film Festival Honorable Mention - Berlin Kiez Film Festival Honorable Mention - RED Movie Awards Layering guitar, voice, OP-1, and natural sounds, Taichi Kunigami creates a one-person orchestra, continuing to craft works that quietly accompany the lives of individuals across borders.
Taichi Sakagami