Release
Dreamy Drive feat. Aya & Michi
2024 · SINGLE · CHILL IN ITOSHIMA #1 · COLORAN RECORDS
福岡県糸島で活動する/糸島を訪れたアーティスト達がコラボして、糸島のチルな空気感を世界に届ける、COLORAN KORAN.JP主催のコレクティブ アート＆ミュージック プロジェクト 「Chill in Itoshima ～糸島でチルしよ～」のリリース第一弾、「Dreamy Drive (feat. Aya & Michi)」。
海沿い・夕焼け・広がる山・のどかな田んぼ道など、魅力あふれる糸島ドライブにぴったりなチルビート。日々の暮らしの中で ”一歩踏み出して楽しむ” きっかけになるような、気持ち良い風を感じられる一曲。
POPSのニュアンスを含む独自のスタイルで、主にJAZZシンガーとして福岡中心に活動するAya、糸島の自然と猫をこよなく愛し、R&B・JAZZ・ROCK・POPS等の様々なジャンルを歌いこなすシンガーMichi、”聴くだけでととのうチルギター”をはじめとする全楽器の演奏とミキシング・音楽プロデュースを担当したJP’s PlayRoomのコラボレーションにより生まれた。マスタリングは、ロンドンのメトロポリス・スタジオにて、Oasis・Pet Shop Boys・Blur等の楽曲を手掛けてきたAndy 'Hippy' Baldwinが担当した。
アートワークとアニメーションは、糸島新聞で四コマ漫画「東京猫又 糸島放浪記」を連載する、糸島在住のイラストレーター・デザイナー・漫画家、にしむら るいが手掛けた。本作品には「心地よい音楽に包まれ、糸島の自然を満喫している猫たち、チルとドリ」が描かれている。猫たちのマイペースで独特のゆるさの中にある優しく楽しい空気感が、チルでグルーヴィなサウンドと合わさり、ドライブをもっと楽しませてくれる。
『さて、次はどこへ行こうかな。毛並みをフワフワとなびかせて…』
Credits
Lyrics: Aya, Michi, JP’s PlayRoom Music: JP’s PlayRoom Arranged & Produced by JP’s PlayRoom Vocal & Chorus: Aya, Michi Guitar, Bass, Programming, Mixing: JP’s PlayRoom Mastering: Andy ‘Hippy’ Baldwin (Metropolis, London) Artwork & Animation: Rui Nishimura COLORAN KORAN.JP LLC Presents 2024 COLORAN RECORDSDreamy Drive (feat. Aya & Michi) : This is the first release from "Chill in Itoshima", a collective art and music project organized by COLORAN KORAN.JP. The project features collaborations between artists based in or visiting Itoshima, Fukuoka, aiming to share the relaxed vibe of Itoshima with the world.
The track is a chill beat, perfect for a scenic drive through Itoshima's beautiful landscapes - whether it's along the coast, through the mountains, or down peaceful country roads. It's a song that brings a refreshing breeze to your everyday life, encouraging you to take a step forward and enjoy the moment.
This collaboration includes Aya, primarily a jazz singer active in Fukuoka, who brings a unique style with a touch of pop while also exploring other genres; Michi, a singer who loves Itoshima's nature and cats and excels in various genres like R&B, jazz, rock, and pop; and JP's PlayRoom, who handled all the instruments, mixing, and music production, and is known for his "chill guitar" that relaxes you just by listening. The mastering was done at London's Metropolis Studio by Andy 'Hippy' Baldwin, who has worked with artists like Oasis, Pet Shop Boys, and Blur.
The artwork and animation were created by Rui Nishimura, an illustrator, designer, and manga artist based in Itoshima, known for her four-panel comic "Tokyo Nekomata Itoshima Wandering" published in the Itoshima Newspaper. The artwork features cats, Chill and Dori, enjoying the nature of Itoshima while wrapped in pleasant music. Their laid-back, playful vibe perfectly matches the chill and groovy sound, making your drive even more enjoyable.
"Where shall we go next? Let's let the wind ruffle our fur as we ride on..."
Credits
Lyrics: Aya, Michi, JP's PlayRoom Music: JP's PlayRoom Arranged & Produced by JP's PlayRoom Vocal & Chorus: Aya, Michi Guitar, Bass, Programming, Mixing: JP's PlayRoom Mastering: Andy 'Hippy' Baldwin (Metropolis, London) Artwork & Animation: Rui Nishimura COLORAN KORAN.JP LLC Presents 2024 COLORAN RECORDSMusic Video
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