Telepath 以心伝心

Released in 2006, Telepath 以心伝心 is the second studio album by the Japanese supergroup PYRAMID, consisting of guitarist Yuji Toriyama, drummer Akira Jimbo, and keyboardist Hirotaka Izumi. The album represents a peak in the 'modern fusion' sound of Japan, characterized by ultra-high-fidelity production and a technical proficiency that borders on the mathematical. Unlike the more aggressive fusion of the 1970s, this record leans into the 'smooth' and 'nu jazz' influences that permeated the Japanese jazz scene in the early 2000s. It features a mix of original compositions and sophisticated covers, such as Bob James' 'Westchester Lady' and The Crusaders' 'Street Life,' reimagined through their clinical, high-tech lens. The album is highly regarded for its drum production, showcasing Jimbo's 'triggered' hybrid drumming style which allows for a wide palette of sounds within a traditional kit setup. It stands as a definitive document of the 'City Fusion' subgenre.