Whether they temporarily transported themselves into the animal world with the title of their debut remains to be seen. However, it's clear that Tō Yō, with "Stray Birds From The Far East," absorbs, dissects, and reassembles diverse influences. The quartet appreciates the psychedelic sounds of American bands from the 60s, combining them with traditional Japanese melodies. This blend appears in tracks like "Li Ma Li," with its airy, light guitars, and works equally well in the dynamic, powerful "Tears Of The Sun."
