"Koto" offers a rare look at Laraaji's early electronic experiments, showcasing the ambient textures and rhythmic patterns that would define his later work. The album bridges his deep interest in spiritual minimalism with the sonic possibilities of electronic instrumentation.
- "Koto" was recorded in 1980 but remained unreleased until 2023.
- The album was recorded in Laraaji's basement studio on a Tascam Portastudio.
- Numero Group compiled the tracks from various sources, including Laraaji's personal archive.
Laraaji is a composer and performer known for his pioneering work in ambient electronic music, particularly his use of the zither. At the time of "Koto," he was revisiting earlier electronic explorations after decades focused on ambient guitar and spoken word.
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