FourColor

*200 copies limited edition* TON is thrilled to present “Moko”, the eighth album by FourColor, the solo project of Keiichi Sugimoto. With a remarkable discography spanning labels like 12k and Apestaartje, FourColor has established itself as a master of blending processed and raw guitar chords, drones, synthesizers, and samplers into a warm, evocative, and deeply immersive sonic landscape. “Moko” continues this tradition, yet it also marks a new chapter in Sugimoto’s artistic journey.

The album’s ten tracks are meticulously composed and arranged, yet they retain a sense of spontaneity and generative energy, capturing the essence of Sugimoto’s creative process. For the opening track, Sugimoto collaborates with Moskitoo, a longtime friend and frequent collaborator, whose ethereal vocals add a hauntingly beautiful dimension to the music. While “Moko” may evoke comparisons to “Superstition” by Minimo & Mosquito, it stands apart as a distinctly personal work, reflecting Sugimoto’s intimate engagement with his own sonic materials.

Throughout the album, Sugimoto navigates a delicate balance between softness and intensity, weaving together fragile details of electric, electronic, and acoustic sounds. The result is a collection of songs that feel both expansive and introspective, inviting listeners into a lush, intricate soundscape. Rather than dissecting the nuances of each track, we encourage you to immerse yourself fully in the soft, mesmerizing maze that Sugimoto has crafted. Moko is an album that rewards deep listening, offering a profound and emotional journey through its richly textured layers.