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Kilowatt

Kazumi Watanabe · 1989

51 min · 10 tracks · jazz

A vibrant fusion of jazz improvisation and electronic textures, pushing traditional boundaries into the avant-garde.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo listening experience
  • vibrant textures for focused listening
  • immersive journey through soundscapes
  • thoughtful background for creative work

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking fast-paced excitement
  • prefer standalone tracks only

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Kilowatt' was released in 1989, Kazumi Watanabe had already established himself as a prominent guitarist in the Japanese jazz scene. This album marked his venture into more experimental territories following his acclaimed 'Nexus' album from 1987, positioning him as a pioneering force blending jazz with contemporary influences.
Stylistic neighbors
Pat Metheny· John McLaughlin· Bill Frisell

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 1000 Mega 4:57
  • 2 Capri 4:09
  • 3 No One 5:31
  • 4 Jive 3:46
  • 5 Papyrus 4:49
  • 6 Sunspin 5:13
  • 7 Pretty Soon 5:35
  • 8 Bernard 4:39
  • 9 Dolphin Dance 6:58
  • 10 Good Night Machines 6:17

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