Maza Gusu by Mikado Koko is a bold sonic experiment where folklore and avant-garde electronics converge. Drawing inspiration from Hakushu Kitahara’s 1921 Japanese translation of Perrault’s Mother Goose tales, Koko transforms into a modern-day storyteller, weaving unsettling, childlike vocals with chaotic electro-acoustic textures. The result is an album that feels both playful and faintly surreal, pulling listeners into a dreamlike world shaped by fractured nursery rhymes and off-kilter soundscapes.
This release stands out for its innovative blend of genres—melding elements of electronic, rock, non-music, and international folk traditions into a mesmerizing tapestry. Koko’s fearless approach to composition and storytelling infuses Maza Gusu with a distinct character, inviting adventurous listeners to experience familiar tales through a completely new, immersive lens. Released by Akuphone in 2021, it’s a striking example of cross-cultural reinterpretation that challenges expectations at every turn.
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- Format: Vinyl
- Label: Akuphone
- Genre: Electronic, Rock, Non-Music, Children's, Folk, World, & Country
- Release Date: 06/00/2021
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TRACKS
A1. Maza Gusu Theme
A2. Ten Little Kuronbo
A3. Otsukiyo
A4. Kichigai Kazoku
A5. Okutsu No Naka Ni
B1. Oranges And Lemons
B2. The Queen Of Hearts
B3. Two Birds
B4. Tenjikunezumi No Chibisuke
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