Micus crafts a mesmerizing soundscape on "Towards the Wind," utilizing his signature array of non-European instruments to create a deeply meditative listening experience. The album showcases his unparalleled ability to weave intricate melodies and textures into a cohesive, transportive whole.
- "Towards the Wind" was recorded and mixed by Stephan himself at his home studio in Germany.
- The album features Micus playing the Japanese hichiriki, the Sanskrit tanpura, and the West African kora, among other instruments.
- Like much of Micus's work, "Towards the Wind" was released on the esteemed German jazz and world music label ECM Records.
Stephan Micus is a German multi-instrumentalist known for his work in world music and ambient folk, often performing solo on a diverse array of instruments. "Towards the Wind" was released mid-career, after a period of prolific output for ECM Records.
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