Motoi Sakuraba

I create this thread for people who listen to Sakuraba's works. I would like to discuss how and why you guys enjoy his works.

To be honest, I couldnt stand the music of Sakuraba, and I rarely enjoy his compositions on any game (Tales of Destiny, Valkyrie Profile, etc). Maybe the main reason is because his style doesnt suit me at all. He's described of using progressive rock and cinematic score which is my least favorite genre in music. We could talk about matter of personal taste here.

Originally Posted by Wikipedia

Motoi Sakuraba takes the baroque and melodic Japanese progressive rock of the 1980s and expands it with his own trademark complex rhythms, emotional flutes, use of male choir and heavy reverb. The lighter side of his style is a crossover between symphonic progressive rock, cinematic orchestra and new age. Sakuraba is considered to be one of the best progressive rock keyboard players with an awesome performing style (as can be witnessed on the DVD release of his Star Ocean and Valkyrie Profile live concert), introducing many jazz-like improvisations to his music style. In recent years he has made a serious effort toward expanding his style even further.

So tell me guys, what do you think about Motoi Sakuraba? What makes you enjoy the music? Hope this could lead good discussion.

Jam it back in, in the dark.