Songwriter and guitarist Machan’s second album, “Motion of Love“, was released last July by Nu Groove Records. The album includes ten songs, nine of which are her own creation. Born in Japan and now based in New York, Machan has shared stages with artists ranging from Pat Benatar, Aretha Franklin, George Benson to Pink Floyd, Hiroshima and Sting. Her experience in the pop and jazz worlds has marked her eclectic voice as a songwriter. “Motion of Love” is an album with both a pop and a Brazilian vibe, where the breeze of bossa novas and the sound of nylon string guitars are combined with pop and rock melodies with catchy arrangements. The CD features guest appearances by jazz greats Randy Brecker, John Medeski, John Scofiled, and Brazilian percussionist Portinho, as well as from Government Mule’s Danny Louis.

Tunes that stand out: “Motion of Love”, “More”, “Extraordinary thing”, “In your word”, “A Broken Heart Like This”.

Track Listing:

1. Motion Of Love
2. More
3. Everyday
4. Beautifully Broken
5. Broken Heart Like This, A
6. Extraordinary Thing
7. Little Bird
8. In Your Word
9. Without Your Smile
10. Vulnerable