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Satoshi Tomiie releases new album Magic Hour on his own Abstract Architecture imprint.

The long playing marks his 3rd, and first solo album release since New Day in 2015.

Over the past three years, Tomiie has dedicated himself to crafting the music on Magic Hour. Drawing inspiration from various sources, he has created a collection of tracks that showcase his evolution as an artist. With multiple releases during this period, Tomiie has honed his sound and refined his artistic vision.

The first single from the album, titled 'Echos Cosmiques', was released in early 2023 to critical acclaim. It served as a taste of what was to come, generating anticipation and excitement for the full album release. One of the standout tracks is the title tune, 'Magic Hour', which features Kuniyuki Takahashi on live percussion. The collaboration between Tomiie and Takahashi adds an organic and vibrant element to the album.

Tomiie's previous release under the moniker Sato, 'Blue, Black and Grey' (Chapelle XIV Music / 2022), showcased his interpretations and realizations influenced by dub and ambient music. This album served as a fantastic introduction to the musical journey that Magic Hour continues. Building upon the foundations laid by 'Blue, Black and Grey', Magic Hour further solidifies Tomiie's unique and everlasting artistic trajectory. — (via Label)

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The esteemed Satoshi Tomiie has been dedicating the past three years to creating his long-awaited album Magic Hour, finally droping it soon on his own imprint, Abstract Architecture.

This is his third album released under his birth name and the latest since New Day back in 2015. Over this period, he has had multiple releases spanning a range of styles, but Magic Hour promises to be a collection of tracks showcasing his personal evolution as an artist.

His previous releases under the moniker Sato showcased the dub and ambient side of his sonic repertoire, and Magic Hour appears to build and expand on these ideas.

The title track ‘Magic Hour’ — is a prime example of the sound he’s honing in on for this project. At seven-and-a-half minutes long, it’s a slow-burner, with new elements expertly placed, creating a moody, atmospheric sensation. The almost whisper-like percussion is as soothing and euphoric as the bass is rolling, driving the track along its path. It’s a collaboration with Kuniyuki Takahashi on percussion, giving the track its undeniably natural and organic feel.

The remainder of the LP is as equally dub and minimal-influenced as the title track.

‘Blast’ is a much slower Tomiie than we’re used to, with a beefy in-your-face dub hitting your core. ‘Meditation in an Emergency’ is a slowed-down minimal techno track with synths unlike any other surrounding you in bliss. — (via MixMag Asia)

Vinyl tracklist:
A1  You Are Here
A2  M01
AA1 Magic Hour 
AA2 Blast
C1  A52
C2  Phase Space
D1  Meditation In An Emergency
D2  Fast Track

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Label: Abstract Architecture 
Format:2 x Vinyl, 12", Album
Repressed: 2025 / Original: 2024
Genre: Electronic
Style: House, Deep House, Dub Techno

File under: Electronic // House/Electro/Techno
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