He honed his craft in New York City, where he collaborated with iconic artists like José James and DJ Premier’s BADDER band. He’ll be on tour in 2024, including Kuroda at BIRD!
Takuya Kuroda has five albums to his name, including his Blue Note Records debut, ‘Rising Son’. His latest release, ‘Fly Moon Die Soon’, explores the contrast between the grandeur of nature and the complexity of man. Takuya meticulously crafted this album over two years, blending slick production with live instrumentation. The nine-track masterpiece showcases his versatility, from uptempo jazz-funk to soulful melodies and revisited classics. In 2022 he released ‘Midnight Crisp’, another successful and critically acclaimed album. ‘Midnight Crisp’ is Takuya’s seventh studio album, produced entirely independently and also released on UK label First Word (winner of the Worldwide Award’s Label of the Year in 2019). Takuya Kuroda stands as a beacon of innovation in the global jazz scene, and his music is a testament to his evolution as an artist. Takuya Kuroda is truly a unique talent, so make sure you join him at BIRD!
