WAY OF THE SUN

When I was in high school I remember being buying a copy of JADE WARRIOR's "Kites" which I always loved and found very eclectic and unusual. Years later I discovered their other work which although is somewhat similar in format is also quite amazing instrumental stuff. JADE WARRIOR never deviated too far from the serene combo of Tony Duhig on guitars and percussion with Jon Field on percussion and flutes. "Way of the Sun" is a more upbeat sound than of their previous 3 releases mixing East-Asian with soft fusion and progressive genres. The foundation of their genius rests in the soft flute passages mixed with acoustic guitars and lush percussive waves. At times one can draw allusions to the music of DEUTER, GANDALF and even Mike OLDFIELD. A great album for those Sunday mornings.