09 March 2010

The Midday Distraction #68: Timothy Harada

Featuring a trio of tunes from a talented Japanese artist who's made some of his music available at Music Alley.

Here's what you'll hear today (right-click to download MP3 or to open in a new tab in window):
  • Timothy Harada: "More Than Words"
  • Timothy Harada: "At This Time; In This Place"
  • Timothy Harada: "The Dying Children of Gaza: No Words"
(Total play time: 14:09)

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