On "Blue Solstice: Volume 2," Album, Ghanaian multi-instrumentalist Kwaku Asante offers up another collection of transportive neo-soul instrumentals. Across 10 tracks of original compositions, Asante seamlessly blends West African rhythms with jazz harmony.
Flitting between piano, guitar and keyboards, Asante allows each melody to blossom patiently. Supporting players provide live percussion, bass and polyrhythmic counterpoint to round out the warm, eclectic sound.
"Volume 2" maintains the ethereal yet grounded feel of its predecessor, marrying contemplative jazz textures with subtle Afrobeat and highlife nuances. Asante proves himself a truly skilled musical storyteller across different styles.
With immersive originals perfect for lose yourself in, "Blue Solstice: Volume 2" underscores Kwaku Asante as one of West Africa's foremost purveyors of eclectic, feel-good instrumental fusion. Meditative and inspiring in equal measure.