Sakuro - Tonfigur (2022)

Tonfigur, like Sakuro's music has a double meaning. In German, it translates to a clay figure, while also the word "ton" can be used in reference to a sound. The shaping of substance and sound is of particular interest to Sakuro, as you can hear in his debut album. The double meaning you will hear, is regarding the play of dark and light, electronic and organic. With deep, booming bottom end, and sparkling and floating horns and percussion. Down-pitched and distorted vocal samples, paired with clear and crisp vocal contributions. Sakuro has spared no detail, there's something almost secretive and esoteric about the LP, it's a heavy listen that will leave you feeling light. Yes, it can do just that.