Artistry Music
Raul Midon - The Mirror / Raul Midon CD, Import, Japanese Belt and Instructions Included - Import CD
Raul Midon - The Mirror / Raul Midon CD, Import, Japanese Belt and Instructions Included - Import CD
CD
R&B & Soul
General/R&B & Soul
March 20, 2020
Will usually ship within 1~5 business days of receiving cleared payment.
Couldn't load pickup availability
Catalog No.: KKP1050
JAN/ISBN: 4909346021006
Number of Discs: 1
Country/Region of Manufacture: Import
Credits:
Raul Midon
Description:
Raúl Midón’s 11th studio album Self-produced / All original compositions—10 tracks brimming with Raúl’s signature style Songs that speak to his true self, with lyrics inspired by Gil Scott-Heron Jazz, Swing, Mellow Tunes, R&B, Tropical, and Poetry Readings It has been 15 years since blind singer-songwriter Raúl Midón burst onto the scene in 2005 with his solo album *State of Mind*, released on the major label Manhattan Records. Since then, he has consistently released albums. In March 2020, he released his 11th album, *The Mirror*. Born on March 14, 1966 (Year of the Fire Horse) in New Mexico, Raul has been blind since birth. He is known for being a dedicated scholar and a man of great intellect. He taught himself music and the guitar, eventually becoming self-sufficient through his music. During his college years, he spent all his time in the library, learning about things he didn’t know. Back then, researching things was difficult, but songs like “All the Answers” (from the 2007 album *A World Within a World*), which reflects on how the advent of the internet has made it possible to find answers to anything with a simple search, demonstrate just how much he loves learning and how insatiable his thirst for knowledge is. Raúl Midón—who has honed his guitar skills, mimics the sound of a trumpet with his mouth, and performs his own compositions—carefully observes the world despite being blind and weaves his lyrics with a rich vocabulary. His new album, *The Mirror*, features an impressive lineup of guest artists. These include jazz vibraphonist Joe Rock, Andrés Forrero on drums, Richard Hammond on bass, Janis Siegel (of Manhattan Transfer) on backing vocals, and Gary Alesbrook on trumpet. Here, he incorporates narrative elements—speech and narration—from the pre-rap era of Black music. According to Raul, he was consciously inspired by records by poets like Gil Scott-Heron from that era. [Members] Raul Midon (g—all tracks, vo—all tracks, charango—3, programming—3, 7, banjo—8) Gary Alesbrook (tp—4) Vincent Cherico (ds—4, 6, 9) Johndi Martino (piano—tracks 4, 6) Andres Forero (drums, percussion—tracks 1, 3, 5, 7) Richard Hammond (electric bass—tracks 1, 3, 5, 7) Lauren Kinhan (background vocals-1) Boris Kozlov (upright bass-4, 6, 9) Joe Locke (vibraphone-6) Romeir Mendez (upright bass-10) Janis Siegel (background vocals-1) Billy Williams (drums-10)
Tracklisting:
1.I Love The Afternoon
2.If I Could See
3.You're The One
4.Disguise
5.I Really Want To See You again
6.A Certain Cafe
7.The Mirror
8.One Day Without War
9.Cold Cuts And Coffee
10.Deep Dry Ocean
Shipping & Returns
Shipping & Returns
**Shipping Carriers**
We ship all orders via **Japan Post**, **DHL**, or **FedEx**, depending on the destination and shipping method selected at checkout.
---
**Delivery Time**
- **In-stock items**: Orders are processed and shipped within **51 to 5 business days or 5 to 30 business days** from the date of purchase.
- **Pre-orders**: Items will be shipped within **7 business days** after the official release date.
- **Special order items**: Delivery may be delayed depending on the supplier's stock status. We will contact you if delays exceed the estimated timeframe.
Please note: Delivery times may vary due to customs clearance, weather conditions, postal delays, and holidays. Thank you for your understanding.
---
**Shipping Costs**
Shipping costs are calculated automatically at checkout using our shipping rate calculator. Final shipping charges depend on your destination and the total weight of your order.
We currently offer **international shipping** to most countries.
---
**Returnsv**
We have a 30-day return policy, which means you have 30 days after receiving your item to request a return.
To be eligible for a return, the product must be unused, unopened (i.e., shrink wrap or manufacturer seal must be intact), and in the same condition as when you received it, including the original packaging.
Customers are responsible for return shipping costs unless the return is due to our error (e.g., defective, damaged, or incorrect item). Please note that we are unable to refund the original shipping charges.
To initiate a return, please contact us at ruryaam@gmail.com. If your return is accepted, we’ll provide you with a return shipping label and detailed instructions. Items sent back to us without first requesting a return will not be accepted.
You can always contact us for any return-related questions at ruryaam@gmail.com.
---
**Damages and Issues**
Please inspect your order upon delivery and contact us immediately if the item is defective, damaged, or incorrect. We will work quickly to resolve the issue.
Return Address: Rury Art & Music Inc., 2-3-3 Minamikoiwa, Edogawa-ku, Tokyo, Japan 133-0056
(Please contact us before sending any items.)
---
**Non-returnable Items**
Unfortunately, we cannot accept returns for items on sale or gift cards.
---
**Exchanges**
To exchange an item, we recommend returning the original item and placing a new order separately after the return is accepted.
---
**Refunds**
Once we receive and inspect your returned item, we will notify you of the approval status. If approved, your refund will be processed to your original payment method within 5–10 business days. Please note that your bank or credit card provider may take additional time to post the refund to your account.
