Frontier Backyard "Gladness"
Frontier Backyard is celebrating its 10th anniversary, and they have a new remix album out now featuring remixes by Cubismo Grafico, Halfby, Dorian, Avec Avec, YOSUKEKOTANI (Harvard), TA-1 (Furuta Taichi of Koncos), Yasei Collective, and more. The band will be...
Posted on September 7, 2014 at 20:53. | Released on September 3, 2014
Harvard "Hahvahd"
Pop unit Harvard are officially back together, after disbanding once in 2007. Recently they had been performing some live shows now and then, and finally here's a brand new album! Check out the new video below, they're as catchy as...
Posted on October 29, 2011 at 00:02. | Released on November 2, 2011
Gig report: Charity event: KAJI Hideki, Chabe, Harvard, Love and Hates
Text and photos by Patrick Benny for Tokyo's Coolest Sound Last Wednesday was held a charity event organized by Kaji Hideki, with the help of Harajuku Astro Hall where he has been doing regular events for a long time. The...
Posted on April 25, 2011 at 23:25.
Teen Runnings "Now"
Having debuted with "Let's Get Together Again" in 2012 (on Kyoto label Second Royal), here's the 2nd album from Tokyo-based 3-piece band Teen Runnings. This one is being released on Sauna Cool, label that popped up at the end of...
Posted on July 31, 2014 at 23:40. | Released on July 23, 2014
Nag Ar Juna "How Many Friends Can Die Happily?"
Brand new from White Lily Records is a first album by Nag Ar Juna. Behind this strange name is the band project of Hashimoto Tatsuki, better known for his production works for the likes of Harvard and Kaji Hideki, and...
Posted on July 3, 2012 at 23:34. | Released on July 4, 2012
Kaji Hideki "Blue Heart"
Kaji Hideki has a brand new album out this week! This is a first release on his own label Blue Boys Club, coming 1½ year after "Teens Film" (a collaboration album with Riddim Saunter), and 2½ years after latest solo...
Posted on May 14, 2012 at 22:24. | Released on May 16, 2012
Various Artists "We Were Escalator Records 2.3 selected by Naka Masashi"
Here's yet another installment of Escalator's "We Were Escalator Records" series, again selected by label boss Naka Masashi (Losfeld). It's said to be the last one... time will tell! Various Artists "We Were Escalator Records 2.3 selected by Naka Masashi"...
Posted on May 2, 2008 at 14:16. | Released on May 28, 2008
Riddim Saunter "Brighten Ours From The Remixes"
Party band Riddim Saunter, label-mates of Cubismo Grafico Five, have a remix album coming featuring Cubismo Grafico, Kiiiiiii & DJ Codomo, Kotani Yōsuke (Avalon, ex-Harvard), Tzboguchi Masayasu (Tokyo Zawinul Bach, DCPRG)) and more. At the same time will be released...
Posted on February 8, 2008 at 16:55. | Released on March 23, 2008
Various Artists "We Were Escalator Records 2.2 selected by Naka Masashi"
Following-up on "We Were Escalator Records 2.1", as it was to be expected, here's another compilation from Escalator Records. This one is also selected by label boss Naka Masashi. Various Artists "We Were Escalator Records 2.2 selected by Naka Masashi"...
Posted on January 15, 2008 at 17:46. | Released on February 20, 2008
Avalon "4 Gospels For 2 Testaments"
Avalon will be back with a 2nd release, again in the form of a mini-album of 6 songs, follow-up to "Tate House 6 Don'ts". Ex-Harvard's Kotani Yōsuke suggests not to try to interpret the title too deeply. Escalator also offers...
Posted on November 5, 2007 at 15:48. | Released on December 26, 2007
Various Artists "We Were Escalator Records 2.1 selected by Naka Masashi"
Despite the creepy title, it's probably not the end of Escalator Records itself, as there's a new Avalon coming with the next catalog number. Maybe I wouldn't mind if this would mean the end of the "We Are Escalator..." compilation...
Posted on November 5, 2007 at 15:02. | Released on December 26, 2007
Avalon "Tate House 6 Don'ts"
Kotani Yōsuke of Harvard, pop unit that suddenly disbanded on May 3rd this year, is already back with a new band called Avalon! A first mini-album is being released on Escalator in September. Avalon "Tate House 6 Don'ts" ...
Posted on August 7, 2007 at 11:23. | Released on September 26, 2007
Harvard "Test"
One month after "Best", Harvard will have a rare tracks collection released under the title "Test", all non-album tracks, including some previously unreleased songs and demos. Total 13 tracks. Harvard "Test" 1. CLEAN&DIRTY -Chorus Version- 2. CLEAN&DIRTY -Live Version- 3....
Posted on June 28, 2007 at 10:32. | Released on August 29, 2007
Harvard "Best"
One last breath from Escalator band Harvard with two releases this summer, called "Best" and "Test". "Best" will contain a selection of their best songs, plus a previously unreleased track called "Purple Roses". "Test", a collection of rare tracks, will...
Posted on June 28, 2007 at 10:27. | Released on July 25, 2007
Harvard "Lightyears"
Just two weeks after the release of new single "She Is All", Harvard will be back with a brand new album! Harvard "Lightyears" 1. Waiting For The Light Years 2. Your Universe 3. She Is All 4. Words Millefeuille 5....
Posted on October 30, 2006 at 13:40. | Released on December 13, 2006
Harvard "She Is All"
Harvard has a new limited CD single coming up, beginning the band's self-described "new chapter". The single is produced by Kanda Tomoki, and a new album is in the works. Track 2 is a cover of Omar Lye-Fook. At the...
Posted on October 18, 2006 at 10:46. | Released on November 29, 2006
Various Artists "We Are Escalator Records part 8 mixed by Tsuneoka Akira"
Escalator Records are already at their 8th installment of popular mix series "We Are Escalator Records". This time the selector is Tsuneoka Akira of Cubismo Grafico Five, Hi-Standard and S.P.L. Various Artists "We Are Escalator Records part 8 mixed by...
Posted on September 18, 2006 at 13:23. | Released on September 27, 2006
Jet Set Leger opens!
Jet Set has a new shop opening in Tokyo on August 25! The name is Jet Set Leger, and it will be located in the B1F of LaForet Harajuku! To celebrate the opening, there will be in-store events, described below,...
Posted on August 2, 2006 at 10:43. | Released on August 25, 2006
Various Artists "Ciclismo 3"
Number three of Escalator Records' fun Ciclismo series, packed with original songs by the Escalator artists (and their international friends) is due for mid-July. Seems like it somehow features good Swedish friend Jens Petersen! Can't wait! Various Artists "Ciclismo 3"...
Posted on June 19, 2006 at 16:30. | Released on July 26, 2006
Cubismo Grafico Caribbean Ensemble "What A Wonderful World" (12")
It's not a secret that Cubismo Grafico Matsuda "Chabe" Gakuji loves steel drums, but who would have expected the Cubismo Grafico Caribbean Ensemble! This will include a self-remix plus two Cubismo long-time favorites. The record will be released in a...
Posted on May 11, 2006 at 17:15. | Released in July 2006
"Vanishingpoint" (DVD)
Loki, graphic designer whose works you have seen on CD jackets of artists such as Cubismo Grafico Five, Harvard, Sunaga t̀ Experience, and Cymbals, is releasing a first DVD of visual works. The DVD will also feature music by Cubismo...
Posted on April 19, 2006 at 11:23. | Released on April 20, 2006
Update: Harvard
Harvard "Talkin & Loud" Artwork added...
Posted on February 8, 2006 at 11:28.
Harvard "Talkin & Loud"
This is Harvard's 3rd album, including a few new versions of songs previously released on "Lesson" and "Oracle". There's yet another album planned for release this year. Harvard "Talkin & Loud" 1. Loud Lovesong 2. Mad Gemma 3. Back to...
Posted on January 12, 2006 at 16:28. | Released on March 2, 2006
Various Artists "We Are Escalator Records part 7 mixed by Harvard"
The 7th installment of the "We Are Escalator Records" series of mix CDs from Escalator Records will be mixed once again by Harvard, who were also responsible for "Part 4". A flyer accompanying the "Henry" compilation hints that there may...
Posted on December 7, 2005 at 21:48. | Released on January 11, 2006
Various Artists "Henry"
Escalator is dedicating a compilation to Henry the vacuum cleaner. All brand new tracks by Cubismo Grafico, Yukari Fresh, Strauss, Harvard, Miniflex and more! Various Artists "Henry" 1. Strauss "Working With H" 2. Harvard "Neonlight" 3. The Lowbrows "Blue" 4....
Posted on October 31, 2005 at 15:53. | Released on December 7, 2005
Update: Ciclismo 2, Harvard, m-flo
Recent updates... Various Artists "Ciclismo 2" Track list and artwork added Harvard "Oracle" Direct pre-orders together with "Ciclismo 2" ship early! m-flo "Loop In My Heart / Hey!" Track list added...
Posted on June 21, 2005 at 09:56.
Various Artists "Ciclismo 2 - Sound for Climbers"
Second cycling-themed compilation from Escalator, this time with a "mountain" theme. The compilation will feature all new songs by Cubismo Grafico, Harvard, Yukari Fresh, Clear, Miniflex, and more... Various Artists "Ciclismo 2 - Sound for Climbers" 1. Miniflex "Helico" 2....
Posted on June 13, 2005 at 15:22. | Released on July 2, 2005
Yukari Fresh "Me" (12") / Harvard "Looks Like Chloe" (7")
Two analog releases from Escalator at the end of June: Yukari Fresh's excellent "Me" in a 12" edition (CD here) containing 8 songs including a bonus instrumental track, and a 7" single from Harvard introducing the lead track from their...
Posted on May 26, 2005 at 11:49. | Released on June 24, 2005
Harvard "Oracle"
Harvard is back this year with a second album, over two years after their previous full-length "Lesson". The album will feature special guests Horie Hirohisa (Neil and Iraiza), Matsuda Gakuji (Cubismo Grafico, Neil and Iraiza), Kanda Tomoki, Frontier Backyard, Riddim...
Posted on April 28, 2005 at 13:25. | Released on July 7, 2005
Various Artists "We Are Escalator Records part 5 mixed by Naka Masashi"
Yet another Escalator non-stop mix CD, this time selected by Escalator boss Naka Masashi (Losfeld). Various Artists "We Are Escalator Records part 5 mixed by Naka Masashi" 1. Daisy / Nicoletta 2. En Voiture-Lit / Yukari Fresh 3. Pain /...
Posted on March 15, 2005 at 13:14. | Released on March 30, 2005
Various Artists "We Are Escalator Records part 4 mixed by Harvard"
It just won't stop! After Yukari Fresh ("We Are Escalator Records vol.3 mixed by Yukari Fresh"), it's now Harvard's turn to mix their favorite Escalator tracks. Harvard is currently recording a second album. Various Artists "We Are Escalator Records part...
Posted on November 5, 2004 at 13:47. | Released on December 3, 2004
Various Artists "We Are Escalator Records vol.3 mixed by Yukari Fresh"
After two volumes selected and mixed by Matsuda "Chabe" Gakuji (Cubismo Grafico), it's now Yukari Fresh's turn to take the commands. Yukari picks and mixes her favorite Escalator tracks for our pleasure. Various Artists "We Are Escalator Records vol.3 mixed...
Posted on September 1, 2004 at 18:17. | Released on October 31, 2004
