Japan meets Jamaica in Tokyo Riddim Band’s new single - Illustrious keyboardist Izumi ‘Mimi’ Kobayashi revisits her classic hit, now as a newly formed duet with Jamaican singer Ras Tavaris.
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Tokyo Riddim Band continue their journey striding across times and cultures, this time with their colourful keyboardist and frontwoman Mimi Kobayashi breathing new life into a song she originally penned in 1981. ‘Lazy Love’ first featured on Mimi’s highly sought after Coconuts High LP, which she recorded in LA recruiting top session players to play alongside her. It was also included in Time Capsule’s 2024 compilation of Japanese reggae - Tokyo Riddim 1976-1985.
This soulful pop tune turned deep dub cut retains the romantic charm of the original, whilst the tasteful performances of the Tokyo Riddim Band and Ras Tavaris combined with Prince Fatty’s studio magic give the song a newly found depth.
London based Tokyo Riddim Band is a unique fusion of cultures, bringing together the vibrant energy of three generations of Japanese female musicians with the eclectic sounds of London. Their dynamic performances blend reggae drums, funky bass lines, and the smooth City Pop guitar, all magically dubbed-out live on stage. This is not just music; it's a cultural phenomenon, offering a fresh and exciting take on the reggae scene.
Title: Lazy Love feat. Ras Tavaris
Artist: Izumi “Mimi” Kobayashi & Tokyo Riddim Band
Label: Time Capsule
Cat No: TIME703
Genre: Reggae, Dub, City Pop, Japanese
Format: 7 inch vinyl & Digital
Pre-Order/Info release: Tues 23rd July 2024
Release date: Fri 9th Aug 2024
A: Lazy Love feat. Ras Tavaris (3:56)
B: Lazy Dub (dubbed by Prince Fatty) (4:07)
Composed by Izumi Kobayashi
Written by Chieko Shrader
Recorded, mixed & dubbed by Prince Fatty at Prince Fatty Studios, London
Mastered by Noah Priddle for Prince Fatty Studios
Produced by Kay Suzuki
Band Members:
Izumi “Mimi” Kobayashi (Organ/Main Vocal)
Megumi Mesaku (Saxophones)
Ayana (Backing Vocal)
Marley Drummond (Drums)
Nathan Dawkins (Bass)
Euan McGinty (Guitar)
Kay Suzuki (Siren/Backing Vocal)
Horseman (Percussion - guest musician)
Ras Tavaris (Guest Vocal)
Lyrics:
Lazy Love Lazy Love
Driftin' out to midnight with who?
Lazy Love Lazy Love
Stepping on glass pond with who?
Not so much, not so much tryining
I'm looking for slow easy loving
Not so much, not so much crying
I'm looking for slow easy loving
Yes I let you go, yes I make you come
Baby I'll set you free, baby I'll make you leave
Lazy Love
Lazy Love
I'm looking for slow easy love
You can go out with someone new
Go out with any new love, any damn thing you want
Like I do, like I do to you
You know what's right with our love
Yes I let you go, yes I make you come
Baby I'll set you free, baby I'll make you leave
Lazy Love
Lazy Love
I'm looking for slow easy love
Lazy Love
Lazy Love
I'm looking for slow easy love
