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Originally the songs on this EP were written for Patreon. During 2020 and 2021, Tone wrote 15+ songs as Monthly Songs for Patreon.
We picked 4 songs from there and recorded with band. (So some of you may have heard the song in their Patreon versions.)
The lyrics are directly based on the Bible because Tone wanted to focus on God's message. "Return To Me" is based on the Book of Zechariah, "Seek Me And Live" is based on the Book of Amos, and "Silently" is based on Psalms 62&63.
The title song "To Rome" is based on the story of Paul going to Rome in the Book of Acts, also based on the actual story of Japanese Samurais visiting Rome back in the 16th and 17th century.
Notably there was a man called "Petro Kasui Kibe" who lived in 16th and 17th century. He was a Japanese samurai but became a believer and went to Rome (Italy) after a long journey. He became a Catholic priest and eventually came back to Japan. After years of missionary work, he was caught and executed because Christianity was banned in Japan.
We were inspired by this story and the artwork is based on it.
We are glad if you buy this EP on Bandcamp, because we need some financial support for our upcoming tour. (Soon to be announced)
Our official Imari Tones T-shirts are also available there. (Yes, we finally made our band T-shirts!)
We hope you will enjoy the music!
Thank you for your support.
God bless you~!!
Tak / Imari Tones
::: IMARI TONES: Christian Samurai Goes To Rome | New EP "To Rome" (2022) |
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