Arashi at Pardon, To Tu

Arashi means “storm” in Japanese, and this word is indeed apt to describe the ultrapowerful music of this trio put together by the legendary saxophonist and clarinetist Akira Sakata. Accompanied here by a diabolical, Nordic rhythm, Sakata is capable of unleashing free sparkling illuminations but also more intimate, always personal, atmospheres. Arashi alternates thunderstorms in the form of rapid and intense free assaults, with moments of pure contemplation (the calm after the storm ?) where Akira Sakata uses a warm and moving clarinet, or some powerful throat singing, by which we are instantly transported....

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Arashi means “storm” in Japanese, and this word is indeed apt to describe the ultrapowerful music of this trio put together by the legendary saxophonist and clarinetist Akira Sakata. Accompanied here by a diabolical, Nordic rhythm, Sakata is capable of unleashing free sparkling illuminations but also more intimate, always personal, atmospheres. Arashi alternates thunderstorms in the form of rapid and intense free assaults, with moments of pure contemplation (the calm after the storm ?) where Akira Sakata uses a warm and moving clarinet, or some powerful throat singing, by which we are instantly transported.

Arashi had its debut during Molde Jazzfestival in July 2013. Since then, the trio has made two albums together — 2014's Self-Titled debut and 2016’s “Semikujira,” — both released on CD and Vinyl by Trost Records in Austria. After three succesful tours in Japan and Europe, Arashi will hit the road again this spring with performances in Poland, Sweden, Italy, Austria and Norway. The music is improvised and of high energy. All three players are known for their stamina and will to push themselves and the music beyond traditional boundaries.

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