I bought some tickets for his next gig today (it's in January but I'm super excited and I've seen him 3 times already!) so I thought I'd post some of his work here for those who don't know him and those who appreciate him already, ladies and gents let me introduce to you my all time favourite artist (by far), the grandmaster from Japan: DJ Krush!
For those who don't know him, the word genius fits him like a glove but is just not enough. the man has been around for more than 20 years, producing hip hop/rap, trip hop, "jazz", electronic tunes of his own kind.
Respected and admired by artists and music lovers from all over the globe he has inspired many and I'm sure he will continue to inspire many more in the coming decades! His
turntablism skills are no question either and he's definitely to be checked on stage, whether he comes solo or with guest appearances (which goes from emcees to jazz players or even
traditional Japanese artists).
It's quite impossible for me to make a small selection of songs that'd represent the extent of his work but I'll still try!
Smooth and contemplative, Zen (2001) is one treat for the ears, I love putting the first song in the morning setting up for a perfect day:
Still quite chilled, "On the Dub-ble" an old track from 1994 (damn what was I listening to at time?!!)
And now a piano storm:
How about a sunny and jazzy tune?
Some of his latest work:
The man is quite eclectic and listening to one of his album or live concert can transport you to places.
Finally for those interested, here is his
discography (definitely worth digging into).
Apologies for the wall of videos but if I had to do it for one artist, that had to be him!
Hope you'll enjoy!