They are a pioneer in Japanese nu-jazz music and have been working hard to get great reviews from all over the world. Jan Hagenkotter (INFRACom) organized a gig called “UNA MASS” in Frankfult. ), Yannick (Needs), Michael Rutten (Compost). The next year, in February 2007, they released “Prussian Blue EP”, their first album without Japan. This includes the remix by Nicola Conte. Their full-length album “Prussian Blue”, which was released in April, gained a good reputation quickly. Native was founded in 1999. They have 8 albums to their credit. Their street career began in 1999. They consider it the most important thing to play live. They travel around Japan in just one car, playing close to 100 gigs per year. Cool and stylish sounds are based on acoustic Jazz. Their distinctive groove and colorful track style is attracting wide attention from the jazz and club scene. from http://www.cnative.com