"Mushi" is translated from Japanese most directly as "bug" or "insect." However, in a Japanese story mushi are creatures more basic than the simplest organisms. Think of an arm...humans are the fingertips, plants the palms, and paramecium the forearms. Mushi exist somewhere up beyond the shoulder, in the heart or the mind. They represent the essence of existence and consist of life energy itself.
I release music as Mushi Music because I try to go back to the basics of songwriting and sonic image. I wish to shape my sounds in ways to express different ideas more distinctly and am working on learning/developing new techniques to do so.
I have several years of experience writing songs and performing as a rock guitarist and vocalist. I have many years experience playing piano (about 8) but many venues are less than piano friendly, so I have less performance experience with that instrument. Finally, I do all my production myself on my computer. I would love to collaborate with other musicians and technicians in the hopes of making something immensely awesome.
A drug chemist by day, I am a cut chemist by night. I hope you find something to enjoy and ponder during your stay.
Sat nam,
Sam a.k.a. Mushi
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Thank you, and welcome to a discussion among Music and Theater people, Film Makers and Philosophers, Painters and Poets. I invite you to my current exhibitions of paintings and poems, and look forward to talking with you. There's no better place for enlightened discussion than in the presence of art. (More at www.kenboe.com) I currently am in one show in Phoenix, one in California, one in Miami: TEAPOT TOTEMS AND POEMS @ THE FIREHOUSE artspace 1015 N 1st Street, DOWNTOWN PHOENIX - Open Weekends, or call 602-253-2251.
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Hey, thanks! I am glad to discover your music. And I love your story about mushi. What a fun word. ;) Anyway, thanks again, and good luck in October on Ourstage!