Shun Ishiwaka | Essential albums and listening guide

Meet the artist

A drummer and composer who works in a wide range of styles, from jazz improvisation to songful compositions, and even experimental soundscapes. In addition to his dynamic and meticulous playing techniques, he also uses the piano and multi-track recordings in his own works to create a rich musical world. Fine accents and broad rhythmic waves adapt to the needs of different partners.

Sharp improvisational responses and gentle support for a song come from the same attentive ear. His own work includes keyboards and layered voices, revealing a compositional world wider than the label of drummer suggests. Both forceful playing and restraint matter. Following these roles offers a route through exchanges across contemporary Japanese musical genres.