Brian Marsella Ikue Mori Archipelago X Japan Poster and even Rock In Rio

and even Rock In Rio before breaking up

While much of the chat surrounding Adrian Sherwood's legend has tended towards the scope and deftness-of-touch of his innovative production and remixing work

and that's where a lot of these songs come from

The Stepkids signed with Stones Throw and found a real manager

Throughout the record

Brian Marsella Ikue Mori Archipelago X Japan Poster and even Rock In RioLaptop wizard Ikue Mori, master keyboardist Brian Marsella and classical percussion virtuoso Sae Hashimoto are Archipelago X, a dynamic new trio born during the 2020 pandemic. Recording at their home studios and exchanging tracks back and forth for months, the music is detailed, evocative and dramatically mysterious, blending electronica, classical, ambient, film soundtrack, pop and jazz into a remarkably original aggregate. Inspiring and engaging