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Second Release: “Intersecting Souls: The Harmony of Love's Regret and Forgiveness by Nao Yoshioka and Big State”
This season, the eagerly awaited second lead single from Nao Yoshioka’s upcoming album is unveiled. A collaboration with Big State, known for his deep and buttery voice from US New Jersey, has come to life through an online session that spanned continents. Drawing inspiration from their personal love experiences, this piece starts with the emotion of “regret” from Big State and blends with the “forgiveness” introduced by Nao Yoshioka. The story unfolds a tapestry where deep desires and sincere love intersect, depicting a rejuvenated love overcoming past mistakes, the beauty of simple moments, and the anticipation for the future.
Raised in the church, Big State acquired various musical skills from a young age, guided by the advice of Queen Latifah. Now, as an emerging artist gaining attention in social media and the music industry, his timeless sound inspires people across generations. The mixing and mastering of this track were handled by LA’s top engineer, Sam Brawner, known for his work with Anderson Paak., Mac Ayres, Moonchild, and Devin Morrison.

[Credits]
Lyrics: Nao Yoshioka, Big State
Produced by: Big State
Mixed & Mastered by: Sam Brawner, Blue Dream Studios

A&R: Michael Harris
Label Director: Yohei Nishii
Executive Producer: Naoki Yamanouchi

[Bio]
A contemporary soul singer with a powerful voice and expressive skills refined in New York, this artist blends a modern taste distinct from a laid-back style yet deeply rooted in history. Born in Japan and having moved to New York alone, Nao’s encounter with soul music led to a pivotal moment where her heart synchronized with the Sam Cooke classic, inspiring her to create music that resonates deeply with people’s emotions. Despite being Japanese, she has a soulful voice reminiscent of Aretha Franklin and Whitney Houston, combined with a strength of character forged through life experiences as an outsider and overcoming adversities.
Nao’s impressive live vocal performances have achieved over 3.4 million views on a now-viral YouTube video. She has performed solo at prestigious venues like Blue Note New York and London Jazz Cafe. She has participated in major festivals like the Java Jazz Festival in Asia and the Capital Jazz Fest in the USA, making a mark internationally.
Nao is the first Japanese artist to reach the 32nd spot on the Billboard UAC chart. Her collaborations with veteran artists like John Batiste, Nathan East, Eric Roberson, and Mamas Gun have garnered strong support, and she’s also worked with rising artists like Devin Morrison and Blue Lab Beats. In 2024, the release of her highly anticipated 5th album and a world tour are eagerly awaited. 

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