《Boy 1 EP》Akitsugu Fukushima 褔岛章嗣 - AI女声献唱，日裔音乐才子Akitsugu Fukushima 打造的梦幻电音之作《Boy 1 EP》 - 近代香港电影配乐能手，日裔音乐匠人Akitsugu Fukushima 的全新梦幻电音之作《Boy 1 EP》全球上线 - 少年成长的悸动，日裔音乐才子Akitsugu Fukushima用电音打造动漫式的后古典乐派 新一代电音才子，来自日本的Akitsugu Fukushima (褔岛章嗣或简称Aki)，曾为多部近代香港电影担任配乐，包括入围第58届金马奖两项奖项的《少年》、《马达·莲娜》及《我们的十八岁》。他的作品更被台湾金马奖和金马影展 (2020/2021) 征用为宣传片的官方配乐。不但如此，Aki的音乐作品也曾被冰岛著名音乐人Ólafur Arnalds 垂青，在他的音乐工作坊挑选为优胜者之一。Aki擅以细腻生动的手法，恰到好处为电影增添色彩，让音乐在画面中回荡。在日本，Aki也开始为不少的J-Pop歌手（包括动画《鬼灭之刃》和《链锯人》片头/尾曲演唱人Aimer和著名歌手yama）作曲及编曲，为他在日本流行音乐市场打开了知名度。 在Aki心中酝酿著一个故事，是一个关于小男孩成长的梦幻历程，他以音乐构建整个虚构世界，而即将推出的迷你专辑《Boy 1 EP》便是他亲手雕琢的成品，充满著浓郁的日式Indie Electronic气息。 〈Hero〉是Aki早前上架的先行单曲，描绘一位小男孩，对电视内的英雄人物产生憧憬。直到某天在夏日庭园中，他有意无意的扮演心中的英雄角色，宛如努力履行自己的使命。〈Hero〉想述说男孩犹如纯洁无瑕的小王子，未曾了解自己其实身处在架空的场景。在面对现实中的残酷无情，男孩的心灵依然充满了希望。 随后的〈Asobi〉（玩乐）有著令人扭动身躯起舞的简约电子节拍，配以晶莹剔透的钢琴与弦乐，展现了Aki独有的梦幻电音魅力。 第三首曲目〈Kioku〉(记忆）则属于唯美之作，细腻的Downtempo电音肌理，伴随著吉他的曼妙音符，宛如在你耳旁亲昵的温柔倾诉。 最后的曲目为〈Suimen〉(水面)，女主唱如梦似幻的演绎，其实是Aki运用了最新AI技术创造出来的虚拟女声，充满了飘渺不食人间烟火的梦幻质感，为这张精彩的迷你专辑划上完美句点。 《Boy 1 EP》母带远赴日本，交由著名音乐人柏大辅Kashiwa Daisuke（曾参与新海诚电影配乐，也是台湾金音奖评审）负责母带处理。在柏大辅的操刀之下，不但提升了整体音乐质感，也让专辑听起来有一气呵成的感觉。 至于专辑封面淡雅清新的男孩肖像画，别具灵气的笔触，是由澳门插画家小玉亲手描绘。 《Boy 1 EP》将为Aki的音乐道路带来崭新的乐章，而专辑已在全球各大音乐平台上架，让大家体验他如梦似幻的音乐魅力。 "Boy 1 EP" by Akitsugu Fukushima - Embrace the ethereal realm of electronic music with "Boy 1 EP," a mesmerizing creation by the Japanese musical prodigy, Akitsugu Fukushima, featuring vocals by an AI songstress. - From the mind of Akitsugu Fukushima, the maestro behind modern Hong Kong cinema scores, comes the globally accessible "Boy 1 EP," a symphony of dreams in electronic soundscapes. - Experience the pulsating journey of adolescence as envisioned by Japanese musical virtuoso Akitsugu Fukushima, who melds electronic beats into a cinematic, post-classical narrative. Heralding a new era of electronic music genius, Akitsugu Fukushima (also known as Aki) hails from Japan. He's composed scores for numerous contemporary Hong Kong films, including the critically acclaimed "Youth," "Madalena," and "Our Eighteen," - which received nominations at the 58th Golden Horse Awards. His compositions have also been featured as official soundtracks for promotional videos at the Taiwan Golden Horse Awards and Golden Horse Film Festival (2020/2021). Notably, Aki's musical prowess has earned recognition from renowned Icelandic musician Ólafur Arnalds, who selected him as one of the winners at his music workshop. Aki's delicate yet vivid compositions breathe life into films, resonating within their frames. In Japan, he's also gained prominence for composing and arranging music for J-Pop artists, including Aimer, known for her songs in anime like "Demon Slayer" and "Chainsaw Man". Within Aki's creative reservoir lies a tale—an enchanting odyssey of a boy's journey into adulthood, meticulously crafted into the forthcoming mini-album, "Boy 1 EP." Laden with rich Japanese Indie Electronic vibes, this album is a testament to Aki's artistry. "Hero," the lead single preceding the EP, portrays a young boy idolizing television heroes, until one summer day in the garden, he inadvertently assumes the role of his inner champion, embodying a sense of purpose. "Hero" mirrors the innocence of a prince, unaware of his fictional surroundings, yet resilient in the face of harsh realities, his spirit brimming with hope. Following suit, "Asobi" (Play) boasts minimalist electronic beats that beckon bodies to sway, accompanied by crystalline piano and strings, showcasing Aki's enchanting electronic allure. The third track, "Kioku" (Memory), is a poignant masterpiece—its intricate Downtempo electronic textures intertwined with the graceful notes of a guitar, whispering tenderly in your ears. Closing the album is "Suimen" (Water Surface), where a dreamlike female voice, created through cutting-edge AI technology, enchants listeners with its ethereal quality, casting a surreal aura over this captivating mini-album. The mastering of "Boy 1 EP" journeyed to Japan, under the expert hands of renowned musician Kashiwa Daisuke, known for his contributions to Shinkai Makoto's film scores and his role as a judge at the Taiwan Golden Melody Awards. With Daisuke's expertise, the album not only elevates in sound quality but also flows seamlessly from start to finish. Adorning the album cover is a serene portrait of a boy, delicately illustrated by Macau-based artist Xiao Yu, infusing the release with spiritual grace. "Boy 1 EP" marks a new chapter in Aki's musical journey, now available globally on all major music streaming platforms. Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of his dreamlike musical allure.