sources – Ittouryoudan [Digital]

One of two related albums from neoclassical instrumental band sources. This album's title comes from a Japanese proverb that dates back to the samurai; ‘Ittou Ryodan ni suru’, to cut something in two with one swift blow of a blade. The saying has become an idiom that represents decisiveness, knowing when to strike and cut things off that hold you back. It's related album, Tsumugu, means to bring things together.

sources Ittouryoudan Tracklist:

1. Ittouryoudan (一刀両断)

   A strong will, as if they could swiftly cut something in two with one strike.

2. Honey trap

   A bewitchingly sweet trap.

3. Suiheisen no Kanata e (水平線の彼方へ)

   What can be found beyond the horizon.

4. Othello

   Based on Shakespeare’s tale of jealousy, suffering, anger and the conflicts of war.

5. BITE

   This track is the theme song to theatre production of Kyūketsuki BITE, capturing the essence of Dracula and his minions’ escapades.

6. Shamal: Sajin no Arashi (シャマール～砂塵の嵐)

   Based on shamal, a strong wind that creates sandstorms over Iraq and the Persian Gulf that obscures one’s view.

7. Neon beat

   Neon lights glittering in the city’s nightscape.

8. Restart!

   The strong will of a person who manages to cut free from their past and move forwards afresh.