Toki Fuko – Spirit Medicine

Label: Astral Industries – AI-34
Format: Vinyl, LP, 180g
Country: UK
Released: 23 Aug 2023
Genre: Electronic
Style: Ambient

AI-34 arrives from Toki Fuko. Known previously for his contributions of deep and hypnotic techno, he presents on Astral Industries further development of his sound in this long-form work. A two-part sojourn into vibrant organic soundscapes and liminal sonic archaeologies, ‘Spirit Medicine’ is an ethereal yet human-centric venture into the realms of consciousness.

Soft chimes mark the opening, making way for expansive pads and the emergence of a bristling jungle panorama. Solitary flute melodies call out to the valley, riding over a bed of drones and earthy rhythms. Later juxtaposed with broadcasted voice samples, the natural fabric ruptures with exposed layers spilling through, only to fade back into the ether. Perhaps a memory, or the momentary glimpse of a parallel reality.

180g black vinyl. Mastering by Noel Summerville. Original artwork by Theo Ellsworth.

A. Part One
B. Part Two