Crossing Ohashi Bridge

The latest offering from Goldberg Ens/Layfield/Watkins, "Crossing Ohashi Bridge", is a vibrant and eclectic mix of sounds that will leave you tapping your toes and scratching your head in equal measure. This album is a sonic rollercoaster, taking you on a journey through Japanese folklore, jazz fusion, and avant-garde experimentalism. The first track, "Moonlit Samurai", sets the tone for the album with its haunting melodies and intricate instrumentation. The interplay between Goldberg's ethereal vocals, Layfield's virtuosic drumming, and Watkins' mesmerizing bass lines is nothing short of mesmerizing. It's like being wrapped in a warm, musical blanket and taken on a mystical journey through time and space. As the album progresses, tracks like "Sakura Blossom" and "Neon Geisha" showcase the band's versatility and creativity. Each song is a mini masterpiece, blending traditional Japanese instruments with modern jazz sensibilities and electronic flourishes. It's a heady mix that will leave you reeling and begging for more. "Crossing Ohashi Bridge" is a bold and daring statement from Goldberg Ens/Layfield/Watkins. It's an album that defies categorization and challenges your preconceptions of what music can be. So sit back, buckle up, and get ready to cross that bridge into a world of wonder and innovation. Trust us, you won't regret it.