Keiko Matsui - Moyo Heart Soul

Review by Eva Wiland

Album Review: Moyo Heart Soul by Keiko Matsui – Jazz That’ll Make Your Heart Skip a Beat (and Maybe Your Feet Too) Alright, let’s talk about Moyo Heart Soul, the 2007 jazz gem from Keiko Matsui. If you’re into smooth vibes with just enough edge to keep things interesting, this one’s for you. It's like sipping a latte while lounging in some fancy Tokyo café—except suddenly, you're transported to Thailand or Russia or wherever else this album decided to take its chill pill. First off, props to Keiko for wearing both hats as artist and producer. You don’t see that every day unless you count Taylor Swift, but let’s not go there right now. And shoutout to Cristihan Gutterre (yes, spelled exactly like that) for being listed twice as executive producer—double duty means double cool points, right? Now, onto the music. With tracks like “Um Novo Dia (A New Day)” and “When I Close My Eyes,” this album doesn’t just play—it whispers sweet nothings into your ears. Take “Um Novo Dia,” for example. The melody hits you like sunshine breaking through clouds after a week of gloomy weather. It starts soft, almost shy, then builds into something so uplifting it feels like someone handed your soul a warm blanket. Honestly, if this track doesn’t make you feel optimistic about life, maybe check your pulse because you might be part zombie. Then there’s “When I Close My Eyes.” Oh man, this one sticks. Why? Because it’s got layers. Like an onion—but way less tear-inducing. There’s even a Township Version that adds a whole new flavor, kind of like sprinkling chili flakes on your chocolate ice cream. Sounds weird at first, but once you get it, you can’t imagine it any other way. This tune is haunting yet comforting, like remembering an old friend who moved away but still texts you memes sometimes. Other standouts include “Black River,” which has a moody groove perfect for brooding dramatically by a window during a storm, and “Marula,” which sounds like what would happen if trees could sing lullabies. Seriously, these songs are so vivid they practically paint pictures in your brain. So yeah, Moyo Heart Soul is smooth jazz gold with a dash of contemporary flair. Released across Japan, Thailand, and Russia under labels like Victor and Platinum, it’s clear this album was meant to travel. And honestly, isn’t that what great music does? Takes you places without charging baggage fees. Final thought: Listening to this record made me realize two things. One, Keiko Matsui knows how to craft melodies that stick better than gum on a hot sidewalk. Two, if jazz albums were people, this one would definitely be the mysterious stranger at a party who leaves early but somehow becomes the topic of conversation for weeks. Go figure.

Artist: Keiko Matsui
Album: Moyo Heart Soul

Jazz

2007

Rating: 5.0

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Tracks

Track	Duration	Preview
Allure	4:34
Old Potch Road	5:54
Marula	3:20
Um Novo Dia (A New Day)	4:12
Caricias	5:32
Into The Night	4:27
When I Close My Eyes	4:24
A Great Romance	4:04
After The Rain	4:24
When I Close My Eyes (Township Version)	4:13
An Evening In Gibraltar	3:31
Moyo (Heart And Soul)	3:44
Black River	4:29

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Catalog Numbers

VICJ-61521

Labels

Victor
Victor, Platinum

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CD
Album
Unofficial Release

Companies

Role	Company
Manufactured By	Victor Entertainment, Inc.
Distributed By	Victor Entertainment, Inc.
Licensed To	Platinum Marketing and Distribution Company Limited
Marketed By	Platinum Marketing and Distribution Company Limited
Phonographic Copyright (p)	Black River Entertainment
Copyright (c)	Black River Entertainment
Pressed By	GRII Stamper

Credits

Role	Credit
Executive Producer	Cristihan Gutterre
Producer	Keiko Matsui
Executive-Producer	Cristihan Gutterre

Notes

Track 13 is a bonus track for Japan.
Booklet 8 Pages.
℗ & © 2007 Black River Entertainment. Los Angeles, CA
Under exclusive license to Platinum Marketing and Distribution Co., Ltd.
For sale in Thailand only.
Track 13 is a bonus track for Asia.

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Matrix / Runout: VICJ - 61521-1 1WV
Rights Society: JASRAC
Barcode: 4 988002532520
Barcode: 8 858305 008021
Barcode (String): 8858305008021
Matrix / Runout: DIP LBR14 DIP 00056070115 MOYO GRII-CD072000 [GRII Stamper logo]
Mastering SID Code: IFPI L999
Mould SID Code: IFPI L915

About Keiko Matsui

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Japanese jazz keyboard player and composer. Wife of (). Graduated from Japan Woman's University (Nihon Joshidaigaku) majoring in the children's culture. Studied music in Yamaha Music Foundation where she became a top student in Yamaha System and was selected to be the recording artist for them when she was 17 years old. She composed her first major film score that year.

Real Name

ݾ౅Ŷ୐ = Matsui Keiko (Maiden Name ܟ౅)

Name Vars

K. Matsui
K.Matsui
Keiko
Matsui
Кейко Мацуи
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Aliases

Keiko Doi

Interesting fact about Album

Here’s something interesting: Keiko Matsui's album *Moyo Heart Soul* blends smooth and contemporary jazz with a global touch. Released in 2007, it found audiences in Thailand, Russia, and Japan. One standout detail? The track "When I Close My Eyes" has two versions on the album—a standard one and a Township Version. It’s like getting two perspectives on the same story. Plus, Keiko herself produced the album, showing her deep connection to the music. Cool, right?

Comments

juliazellers

2025-03-16

Go Kelv ??

nik3922

2025-03-15

She is a BOSS

laurajimenezalmeida

2025-03-14

Easy on the ears......

tomaloodejalo

2025-03-14

Keiko, kazu and the beautiful music they create is ABSOLUTELY out of this universe...I LOVE their style and how dedicated, yet fun oriented they are...I am a former pro musician and ENJOY just listening...