Album Review: Kagero creates romantic 'Japanese Gypsy Rock'

Kagero- Japanese Gypsy Rock
Electroacoustic/ Flamenco/Rock
Brooklyn, NY
Unsigned

DOWNLOAD: Kagero- My Little Bonita

For fans of: Gogol Bordello, Jose Gonzalez, Acacia Orchestra, gypsy rock

Kagero sounds good. That's no exaggeration. The all-Japanese trio play a style of music that one may not expect. Their debut album, Japanese Gypsy Rock, also an apt description for them highlights the band's diverse influences. They create a concocation of pretty music. Music you can slow dance to. Music you can kiss to. Music you can fall in love with. Romantic music. This romantic tone is apparent in the first song "My Little Bonita." Singer Rob sings "I'm still crazy for you." Short and simple. The words radiate closely to your heart. The acoustic and violin is sweet. The vocals are lovely and crisp. The song is definitely bonita (beautiful). If you like flamenco and Gogol Bordello, then this band is for you! Every song is a gem. The album is available on the band's website here. 

If this sounds like the kind of band you want to see, check them out this Thursday, Aug. 26th at The Saint in Asbury Park, NJ with Psychedelphia. 601 Main St, Asbury Park, NJ 07712. 8pm. $8, $13. 18+.  Advance tickets available here. 

Band line-up and tracklisting below. 

Kagero is: 

Kaz Fujimoto: Lead Vox, Guitar & Harmonica

Robbie Simpson: Backing Vox, Electric & String Bass

J.W.: Fiddle

Tracklisting: 

1. My Little Bonita

2. Shanghai Calls Me

3. My Daddy Is a Thief

4. Red & Black

5. 2 + 1 Is Almost 5

6. Mermaid from Istanbul

7. Grappa

8. Say No Adieu

9. On The Promenade