He focuses on the mystical aspects of South American folclore. As one of the pioneers who shifted the perception of South American music—traditionally associated with Latin and salsa—by infusing “folclore” and “cumbia” with an electronic twist to introduce them to dance music fans, he is a true icon of the scene. Even as time passes, he continues to stoically delve deeper into South American folklore. It’s truly beautiful, prayer-like music. That said, it doesn’t veer into excessive spiritualism; instead, it’s skillfully elevated into dance music. This is the very essence of the “Andes Step.” Available only on LP, this album features a remix of a track by Nicolás Cruz (sample 3)
. Although it’s a remix album, the flow is well-crafted, resulting in a high-quality collection of ethno-ambient dub that feels like watching a movie. (Original Japanese text by Shhhhh)