I own three Kodo releases, Sai-So, Ibuki and a Sheffield recording from 1985 entitled Heartbeat Drummers of Japan. Sai-So and Ibuki were both released in the late '90's and contain songs that show their influence and collaboration with international artists. Very interesting and fun compositions, but I much prefer their earlier work which is much more at the root of traditional Japanese music. Maybe I'm biased by my Japanese heritage, but songs like O-Daiko just do something for my spirit.
A friend of mine received training from Ondekoza whose members were once affiliated with Kodo many years ago and is part of a troup based in Los Angeles called Zendeko. They haven't recorded anything, but give many performances throughout the year.
A friend of mine received training from Ondekoza whose members were once affiliated with Kodo many years ago and is part of a troup based in Los Angeles called Zendeko. They haven't recorded anything, but give many performances throughout the year.