Departure

This is a wonderful cd for Hiroshima who have been around almost 40 years, Dan Kuramoto never ceases to amaze me time & time again & with June Kuramoto (no relation) they're simply masterful at the art of world jazz. Songs like Have You Ever Wondered with special guest Tetsuya Tex Nakamura on harmonica is haunting, Koto Cruise, Blues For Sendal are magical & the flavorful First Nation make this cd an easy 4 star mark for the album called Departure.

As a fan of Hiroshima for years and a keyboardist I am drawn to their music. Obon, Another Place, and their latest Departure are among my favorites. Hiroshima always does quality work, their mixture of new age/jazz/world music sound is just right and I like it most on their albums when there are no vocals just music as on Departure. Koto Cruise is just my style, even the reworking of their amazing song One Wish is done tastefully, just a different spin on an excellent song, very good album.

I have been a fan of Hiroshima (the Jazz Group)for over 25 years.Their Blend of Light Jazz with alittle Koto harp, Taiko percussion,and flute,always helps take the edge off a crappy long day.They are great live as well.This newest group of tunes is right in the mix of what they do best.You can find all their music on Amazon, where it's getting hard to findout in public music stores.

Long time fan. This was a great CD! Truly a departure from what I expected. This work showcased the amazing talent of the individuals of this great jazz group. Every number was new and different.

Whenever I see a Hiroshima CD, I quickly grab it because I just simply enjoy their music. I've been to several of their concerts and can play their music throughout the day listening to my collection. This particular CD is a "departure" from their regular recording, however I've grown to enjoy it.

I like the music, but the CD was scratched when I got it. It will only play the first four songs then it gets to the scratch and stops. Good thing I didn't pay much for it. The seller definitely didn't check the quality of this second hand item. Thumbs down.

The latest Hiroshima was well worth the wait. It finally contained some of the taiko drums that I love so. The wide selection of new songs is great and I highly recommend this album to any Hiroshima lovers and new fans of Hiroshima. Don't delay and get your copy.

I've been a Hiroshima fan since 1979 and this newest album is why. June Kuramoto's distinctive sound is always a treat. Koto Cruise reminds me of her solo in DaDa and the remakes of Thousand Cranes and One Wish are superb. This band is still great even after 30 years!

Disco correctisimo, como todos los de jazz-fusión que realiza este grupo, altamente recomendable como todos los de Hiroshima exceptuando uno de villancicos navideños

ヒロシマは、やはり「ヒロシマ」のままです。時代と共に若干の音の変化はあるが、聴いてすぐにわかる「ヒロシマ」サウンドは、古くからのファンを裏切らない。初期のあの良さは、薄れる部分はあるが、それはどのアーティストにも言える事。ヒロシマはまだ、良さが残っている数すくない貴重なグループ。個人的に賞賛したい。