{"title":"Umeko Ando","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUmeko Ando (1932 – 2004) was a renowned Ainu singer and mukkuri player. With her captivating voice and mastery of the traditional instrument, she became a symbol of the indigenous Ainu culture. Umeko's music beautifully conveyed the rich heritage and struggles of her people, resonating with audiences worldwide. Her unique blend of traditional melodies and contemporary influences left an indelible mark on the music scene, making her an iconic figure in preserving and promoting Ainu cultural identity.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"upopo-sanke","title":"Upopo Sanke","description":"\u003cp\u003e“Upopo Sanke“ means “Let's sing a song\" in the Ainu language. Umeko Ando (1932-2004) was one of the best-known artists of the Ainu, an indigenous, long-suppressed community in northern Japan. She sings their traditional songs together with Oki Kano on the Tonkori harp, who also recorded the album. The two are supported by members of the female vocal group Marewrew as well as Ainu percussionists, a string player and a male singer who provides rhythmic shouts and also throat singing. The call-and-response structure of many of the songs is performed with a mantric quality in a vocal style that is perhaps best described as elastic and breathing. There seems to be a gentle smile in every note and syllable. This music softly hits the heart.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pingipung","offers":[{"title":"LP","offer_id":50490779042123,"sku":"2028891","price":38.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0867\/1120\/6219\/files\/PINGIPUNG081_76004801_thumbnail_4096.jpg?v=1727674020"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0867\/1120\/6219\/collections\/test_a487bbd5_thumbnail_4096_d44ef9a6-a3f7-4513-aee5-3dcde4f2ed58.jpg?v=1727674003","url":"https:\/\/shop.roughtrade.com\/fr\/collections\/umeko-ando.oembed","provider":"Rough Trade","version":"1.0","type":"link"}