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i from tk is pleased to announce the release of its first 5-song EP [I'm from Tokyo], co-written with Musashi Village producer Jeff Loik. The EP is about the lights and shadows of Tokyo, and the internal struggles and importance of individual choices amidst the hustle and bustle of the city. It also features Sadajyo of Musashi Village, making it one of the most noteworthy releases of the EP.
Opening track 1. [I'm from Tokyo] is a song that expresses the energy of Tokyo and its strong will for self-expression. The lyrics reflect Tokyo's iconic landmarks and self-exploration within the city, and speak to the complexity of society.
2. [Yasashisa no Shu-ha-su] focuses on kindness and pain that are often overlooked in our daily lives and expresses delicate emotions.
3. [How's your life] depicts the artist's attempts at self-realization in today's shifting lives through collaboration with Sada Jyo.
4. [Hell Night] depicts the night of Tokyo and the darkness of the mind. It expresses his continued belief in himself in the midst of inner turmoil.
Finally, the bonus track 5. [Bird] offers a floating sound with themes of freedom and liberation. This song expresses a longing for a world away from the hustle and bustle of the city and a wish for self-liberation.
The EP is a realistic part of Tokyo, but also an opportunity for listeners to reflect on themselves.
Track Listing:
1. i'm from Tokyo
2. frequency of kindness
3. how's your life
4. hell night
5. Bird (Bonus Track)
Based in Tokyo, i from tk is an artist active in a wide range of genres, including painting, sculpture, and music. He has been fascinated with art since his childhood, and the works he creates are strongly influenced by his emotions and the images in his own head. He is currently making music with musashi village producer Jeff Loik and guitarist Sota Nakamura. In 2022, he won an audition of about 3000 people and performed at the Ringo Music Festival. And this year, it will be released on July 14, 2023. The film is called "ice cream fever" directed by Tetsuya Chihara, and original idea by Mieko Kawakami. The 1st single [puzzle] will be used as the soundtrack of the movie. Starring Riho Yoshioka, Serina Mottola, Utaha [Wednesday's Campanella], and Marika Matsumoto, the film features a cast of gorgeous actresses and artists. i from tk's music career is less than two years , but the quality is such that you don't feel it.