NELO

Reiya Terakubo, a trumpeter and singer-songwriter from Sapporo, Hokkaido, has been gaining attention with his 2025 first album "Reiya The P.A.V.E.", which was nominated for "Best Jazz Album" at the MUSIC AWARD JAPAN 2026. While continuing to expand his artistic expression through solo performances and festival appearances, he is steadily evolving his sound.

Following the ambitious track "My Samba feat. Skaai," which symbolized the direction of his future musical style, his second single of 2026, "NELO," is a piece that traverses alternative, jazz, and dance music - performed entirely with live instrumentation. Built on a minimal, repetitive beat, the trumpet and vocals blend seamlessly, creating a groove that quietly intensifies with warmth.

A defining feature of this work is the powerful way he plays the trumpet, as if releasing the energy and emotions hidden deep within. The sound feels like a direct transformation of his inner impulses into music, imbuing the entire track with profound energy.

Rather than relying on flashiness, the sound draws listeners in through its "depth," elevating it into a physical musical experience that works both on the dance floor and in everyday life. This is Reiya Terakubo's unique breakbeat style - transcending genre boundaries.