Tomo Nakayama

Fog on the Lens

2015-05-15

Tomo Nakayama’s first solo release, Fog On The Lens, has a familiar and foreign sound. This easy-listening, piano-driven record features ten tracks written and performed solely by the seattle-based singer-songwriter. After nearly a decade of fronting the chamber pop band Grand Hallway, Nakayama’s solo debut is delicate, raw, and beautiful. A heavy use of falsetto and frequent harmonies drive the tone of the songs, with unexpected synths and an array of percussion. A very calming listen.

review by Ben

Quick Links:

More reviews tagged #Folk

  • reviewed 08/2017

    Jeremy Pinnell
    Ties Of Blood And Affection

  • reviewed 03/2008

    THE WRIGHTS
    The Wrights

  • reviewed 05/2009

    THE INDIGO GIRLS
    Poseidon and the Bitter Bug

  • reviewed 02/2004

    Mountain Goats
    We Shall All Be Healed

  • reviewed 07/2004

    Seth Bernard
    Constellation

  • reviewed 01/2012

    VARIOUS ARTISTS
    Chimes of Freedom: The Songs of Bob Dylan

Compiled by the WYCE Journalism Club

The opinions expressed in these reviews are those of the individual volunteers that submitted the article and do not necessarily reflect the views of WYCE or GRCMC; nor its staff, donors, or affiliates.