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  1. HNC "CULT"
    Hazel Nuts Chocolate is back with a 3rd album as HNC! Yuppa said somewhere that you can call her "H.N.C." or any old names you got used to. As heard on some demo tracks at MySpace, she continues doing fun...
    Posted on November 9, 2009 at 22:12. | Released on December 2, 2009
  2. Ino Hidefumi "Inocology"
    Ino Hidefumi is back with a 3rd album, this time entirely original! Also he seems to have an intriguing space concept going, the album being described as "cosmic travel music of the 21st century"! This comes a bit over a...
    Posted on November 4, 2009 at 22:25. | Released on November 13, 2009
  3. Aira Mitsuki "PLASTIC Live From Tokyo" (Download)
    Available now on iTunes Japan are these 4 live tracks, from Aira Mitsuki's last show of her recent tour supporting her 2nd album "PLASTIC". Included is "China Discotica" that opened the show with her playing an electronic drum set. I...
    Posted on November 4, 2009 at 20:34. | Released on November 4, 2009
  4. Vanilla Beans "Vanilla Beans Produce kaigi DVD" (DVD)
    Neo-Shibuya-kei idol unit Vanilla Beans has a first DVD coming. Included is a talk event held earlier this year with Okite Porsche (of unit Roman Porsche), a funny long-haired guy who's an important figure of the idol scene. The DVD...
    Posted on October 26, 2009 at 23:00. | Released on October 28, 2009
  5. BUBBLE-B "BUBBLE-B no Big Bang" (CD+DVD)
    Indies techno artist and video remixer BUBBLE-B, who keeps the J-death techno scene alive with his label Speedking, has a brand new album out! Follow-up to the "BUBBLE-B no Good Evening" DVD (2004), this new release actually contains both CD...
    Posted on October 20, 2009 at 20:23. | Released on October 21, 2009
  6. Nomiya Maki/Fernanda Takai "Maki Takai No Jetlag"
    Nomiya Maki (ex-Pizzicato Five) unites with Brazilian singer Fernanda Takai (Pato Fu) for a mini-album containing songs selected by the two. Included are a new original song by Maki called "Nagoya" with Japanese lyrics, P5's "A Message Song", Ishida Ayumi's...
    Posted on October 14, 2009 at 00:20. | Released on October 20, 2009
  7. Various Artists "From Us To You! The covers of the Fab Four by Japanese performers"
    This new Japanese release contains previously released covers of The Beatles performed by Japanese artists, including Takahashi Yukihiro (Yellow Magic Orchestra), Clammbon, Hirota Mieko and many more. Nice jacket too! Various Artists "From Us To You! The covers of the...
    Posted on October 13, 2009 at 23:43. | Released on October 21, 2009
  8. Tokyo No.1 Soul Set + Halcali "konya wa Boogie Back"
    The latest from Halcali is this cover of Scha Dara Parr with Ozawa Kenji's hit song "konya wa Boogie Back", here produced by Tokyo No.1 Soul Set. The song was heard a lot on TV in a commercial for Nissan...
    Posted on September 27, 2009 at 13:22. | Released on September 23, 2009
  9. capsule "FLASH BEST"
    After Nakata Yasutaka has gained lots of fame as a producer for various artists (Perfume, Meg, Suzuki Ami,..), it's now time for a first greatest hits album from capsule! This focuses on releases since "S.F. sound furniture" (2004) and seems...
    Posted on August 25, 2009 at 23:30. | Released on August 26, 2009
  10. Yellow Magic Orchestra "POSTYMO ~ Yellow Magic Orchestra Live in London 2008 + ~" (DVD)
    Yellow Magic Orchestra's performance at the London Royal Festival Hall from 2008, part of the Meltdown Festival, is now out on DVD! This was their first show in London in 28 years. The band features of course the three original...
    Posted on August 25, 2009 at 21:55. | Released on August 26, 2009
  11. Various Artists "Katamari Takeshi: 'Katamari Damacy Tribute' Original Soundtrack"
    This new cover and remix album of songs from new Playstation 3 game "Katamari Damacy Tribute" features YMCK (MySpace), Buffalo Daughter (MySpace), Sexy-Synthesizer (MySpace), rei harakami, Matsumae Kimitaka (Expo), Kirinji, Afra, Señor Coconut, atom and more. Various Artists "Katamari Takeshi:...
    Posted on August 25, 2009 at 21:09. | Released on August 19, 2009
  12. Crystal Kay "Best of Crystal Kay"
    Ok this is out of my camp, but this 30-song 2-CD greatest hits album of singer Crystal Kay (Wikipedia) will contain a new song by Nakata Yasutaka (capsule, Perfume), only on a bonus 3rd disc in the limited edition. Other...
    Posted on August 18, 2009 at 21:21. | Released on September 2, 2009
  13. Crazy Ken Band "Girls! Girls! Girls!"
    Crazy Ken Band is back with a new 11th album! It's their first on a major label. A limited edition contains a bonus DVD with live performances from the "Zero Tour". Crazy Ken Band "Girls! Girls! Girls!" クレイジーケンバンド 「ガール! ガール!...
    Posted on August 15, 2009 at 16:02. | Released on August 12, 2009
  14. Various Artists "PANIC Level.01"
    Excellent magazine Marquee, always keeping the post-Shibuya-kei scene happy, brings us a compilation featuring some of the best Japan has to offer recently, and that at a nice price. Included are songs by Urbangarde (MySpace), Dr.USUI (Motocompo), Sweet Vacation (MySpace),...
    Posted on August 11, 2009 at 23:54. | Released on August 5, 2009
  15. Soccerboy "My Dear Horse"
    Soccerboy (MySpace), boss of label Tokyo Fun Party and salaryman DJ acclaimed in Tokyo's underground club scene, has a first real mix CD out now, available through HMV Japan only. The CD contains plenty of floor-ready tracks and even a...
    Posted on August 2, 2009 at 14:10. | Released on August 1, 2009
  16. Sunahara Yoshinori "No Boys No Cry Original Soundtrack"
    A whole 8 years since the amazing album "Lovebeat", Sunahara Yoshinori (ex-Denki Groove) brings us this new original release in the form of his first ever movie soundtrack. The movie is "No Boys, No Cry", a Japan/Korea collaboration directed by...
    Posted on July 27, 2009 at 23:21. | Released on July 29, 2009
  17. Aira Mitsuki "PLASTIC"
    This week, Aira Mitsuki is back with a 2nd album, not even a year since "Copy". I count 7 tracks taken from the three latest singles: "Robot Honey", "sayonara Technopolis", and "BARBiE BARBiE", leaving us with 7 brand new tracks...
    Posted on July 19, 2009 at 22:25. | Released on July 22, 2009
  18. Various Artists "World Standard.08 -A Tatsuo Sunaga Live Mix-"
    Here comes a new live mix CD from Japan's club-jazz leading DJ Sunaga Tatsuo (Sunaga t Experience). The theme is "This is how I feel about jazz, #2", but beyond jazz this mix is said to breaks barriers with house...
    Posted on July 5, 2009 at 23:38. | Released on August 5, 2009
  19. Perfume "⊿"
    Perfume's 3rd album is coming next week, with a strange title that reads "Triangle". Always produced by Nakata Yasutaka (capsule), this follow-up to best-selling "Game" comes with very high expectations! Included are the 3 latest singles "One Room Disco", "love...
    Posted on July 1, 2009 at 22:35. | Released on July 8, 2009
  20. Aira Mitsuki "Aira no kagaku CD"
    Aira Mitsuki has a new CD being sold only at the "exciting bookstore" chain Village Vanguard throughout Japan. The title refers to "otona no kagaku" ("science for adults"), a magazine that always comes with a kit to build something, last...
    Posted on June 17, 2009 at 21:01. | Released on June 17, 2009
  21. Maezono Naoki Group "hi o tsukeru. Maezono Naoki Group dai1shū." (12")
    Konishi Yasuharu (Pizzicato Five) is a pianist! Maezono Naoki Group started performing late 2008 and has been releasing small-sized magazines irregularly. Finally here's a first album, but be aware that it's vinyl only (no CD anyway). If you're interested at...
    Posted on June 12, 2009 at 00:42. | Released on June 24, 2009
  22. akiko "Hit Parade -London Nite Tribute-"
    Jazz singer akiko has a rocking new album coming up, paying tribute to Japan's first rock DJ event "London Nite". Featured producers include Konishi Yasuharu, Sunaga Tatsuo (sunaga t experience), Matsuda "Chabe" Gakuji (Cubismo Grafico) and more. Konishi Yasuharu's tracks...
    Posted on June 11, 2009 at 23:51. | Released on June 24, 2009
  23. Vanilla Beans "koi no Theory" (Download)
    More good post-Shibuya-kei pop from Vanilla Beans with their latest single "koi no Theory", now available for download only. The song is the theme of movie "fujoshi kanojo". There's some remix contest going on, grab the files by going here...
    Posted on June 10, 2009 at 23:59. | Released on April 28, 2009
  24. Meg "Beautiful"
    Out now is this 3rd album by techno-pop idol Meg, again produced by Nakata Yasutaka (capsule, producer of Perfume), coming a year after "Step". This includes lead tracks from singles "Precious" and "Freak" The limited edition contains a bonus DVD,...
    Posted on June 3, 2009 at 23:40. | Released on May 27, 2009
  25. Towa Tei "middle and mellow of TOWA TEI"
    Here comes a greatest hits collection of Towa Tei selected by editor-in-chief of magazine Barfout! Towa Tei "middle and mellow of TOWA TEI" 1. Let Me Know (from "Let Me Know" single) 2. Technova-Opaz Flying High Remix Ver.3 (from "Future...
    Posted on May 18, 2009 at 22:28.
  26. Various Artists "Massage Nonmix"
    Out a few weeks ago on the LD&K label are these two "non-mix" CDs by DJs Ikeda Masanori (Mansfield) and Inoue Kaoru (Chari Chari, Seeds and Ground). It's club/street culture magazine Massage that brings us these releases, of which the...
    Posted on May 6, 2009 at 19:36. | Released on April 22, 2009
  27. Konishi Yasuharu selection - Universal
    Taken from his upcoming book "Marshall McLuhan kōkoku dairiten. Konishi Yasuharu. Disc Guide 200mai.", Konishi-san brings us two series of rare albums being re-issued on CD. While in the same direction as the columbia*readymade Japanese jazz-rock reissues from last year,...
    Posted on May 3, 2009 at 01:14. | Released on April 22, 2009
  28. Konishi Yasuharu selection - RCA
    Taken from his upcoming book "Marshall McLuhan kōkoku dairiten. Konishi Yasuharu. Disc Guide 200mai.", Konishi-san brings us two series of rare albums being re-issued on CD. While in the same direction as the columbia*readymade Japanese jazz-rock reissues from last year,...
    Posted on May 3, 2009 at 00:45. | Released on April 22, 2009
  29. Aira Mitsuki "Aira Mitsuki Special Live '090319' in LIQUIDROOM" (DVD)
    A first DVD from Aira Mitsuki (MySpace), of a show recorded at Liquid Room just 2 months before release! With 19 songs, 5 different costumes, this was a really great show! Read my report of the show. You bet that...
    Posted on April 28, 2009 at 23:49. | Released on May 20, 2009
  30. 8bit Project "Spicy Innovator VS Superior Marionette"
    Here's a 2nd album by 8bit Project, the unit of Itō Toshiharu (ex-Mansfield), Matsutake Hideki (Logic System, and also the said "4th member of YMO") and Saitō Hisahi (of YMO homage band Y Setsu O). Like their first album "Familiar...
    Posted on April 27, 2009 at 21:46. | Released on April 29, 2009
  31. Various Artists "House Nation - Ruby"
    This new compilation of Avex' House Nation series includes two Fantastic Plastic Machine appearances: a ravex track and also a remix he did of The BPA (aka Norman Cook) feat. Iggy Pop. Also included is a version of Ayuse Kozue's...
    Posted on April 17, 2009 at 00:11. | Released on April 8, 2009
  32. Perfume "Perfume 'BUDOUKaaaaaaaaaaN!!!!!'" (2DVD)
    Here comes a DVD of the live shows that Perfume gave at Tokyo's large venue Nippon Budokan over two days last year (November 6 and 7, 2008). Perfume "Perfume 'BUDOUKaaaaaaaaaaN!!!!!'" (DVD) (Region 2 / NTSC) Disc 1 1. Computer City...
    Posted on April 11, 2009 at 16:37. | Released on April 22, 2009
  33. ravex "trax"
    Here's a full-length album by ravex, the all-star producer unit of Fantastic Plastic Machine, Ōsawa Shinichi and Taku Takahashi (m-flo). This special unit celebrates the 20th anniversary of Avex, and the 80th anniversary of birth of Tezuka Osamu, and the...
    Posted on April 4, 2009 at 22:53. | Released on April 29, 2009
  34. Various Artists "Songs For Tibet From Japan"
    Out just now is a benefit compilation for Tibetan freedom, featuring Japanese artists such as Cornelius, Cubismo Grafico, Hosono Haruomi, Ōsawa Shinichi, Boredoms, Afrirampo, dj Kentaro, etc. Release official page Various Artists "Songs For Tibet From Japan" オムニバス 「ソングス フォー...
    Posted on March 26, 2009 at 23:09. | Released on March 25, 2009
  35. Perfume "One Room Disco"
    Perfume's first single of 2009 is coming very soon! As always this is written and produced by Nakata Yasutaka (capsule), said to be the producer most in demand in Japan right now. The limited edition comes with a bonus DVD....
    Posted on March 7, 2009 at 13:10. | Released on March 25, 2009
  36. Cornelius "Ultimate Sensuous Synchronized Show" (DVD)
    This 2-DVD set containing The Cornelius Group's "Ultimate Sensuous Synchronized Show" held at the Tokyo International Forum a year ago (March 30, 2008) part of the tour for album "Sensuous". The 2nd disc contains some rare Cornelius documentaries and live...
    Posted on March 5, 2009 at 21:43. | Released on May 13, 2009
  37. The Lady Spade "Dial 'S' for The Lady Spade!"
    DiscID: 96068b0e
    Posted on February 19, 2009 at 23:13. | Released on March 4, 2009
  38. ravex "Believe in LOVE feat. BoA"
    ravex, the all-star producer unit of Fantastic Plastic Machine, Ōsawa Shinichi and Taku Takahashi (m-flo), brings us a 2nd single, this time with tracks featuring BoA and Gotō Maki. A curious "MEGA ravex" track also holds a long list of...
    Posted on February 7, 2009 at 10:29. | Released on February 18, 2009
  39. Fujisawa Shiho "Funky Girl"
    Girl DJ/trackmaker Fujisawa Shiho is already back with a 2nd album! Features vocalists Matsuda "Chabe" Gakuji (Cubismo Grafico), hiro:n, Shōno Juri, Okada Kyōko, and more. Mixed and mastered by Yoshida Tetsuto. Jet Set offers a bonus promo only 7" while...
    Posted on January 22, 2009 at 22:59. | Released on January 28, 2009
  40. Citrus "Pits Are The Pits (25 GOLD=RARE=DEBRIS 1992-2000)"
    Legendary band Citrus has a first and last "album" out just now! This is actually a collection of all of their 4 released EPs plus a bunch of rarities, such as rare tracks "Hivernate under the ground" (from magazine Barf-Out!,...
    Posted on January 17, 2009 at 23:33. | Released on January 21, 2009
  41. Aira Mitsuki "Valentine STEP"
    DiscID: 1b072803
    Posted on January 9, 2009 at 13:04. | Released on January 21, 2009
  42. Vanilla Beans "Vanilla Beans"
    DiscID: f30f6a10
    Posted on January 6, 2009 at 00:27. | Released on February 25, 2009
  43. Vanilla Beans "ashita wa ashita no natsu ga kuru" (Download)
    Here are two more recent Vanilla Beans downloads that I had nearly missed. Both of these are to be included on the upcoming self-titled first album, although they will be offered respectively in "album version" and "remastered version". So, just...
    Posted on January 4, 2009 at 23:09. | Released on December 24, 2008
  44. YMCK "Family Cooking"
    DiscID: 6d063e09
    Posted on December 2, 2008 at 23:57. | Released on January 21, 2009
  45. Horie Yui "Vanilla Salt ~Toradora Ending Theme"
    Anime voice actress Horie Yui's latest single will certainly appeal to Perfume and Aira Mitsuki fans, and it's arranged/produced by Nakatsuka Takeshi (Qypthone)! A limited edition contains a video clip of the title track, which can also be seen on...
    Posted on November 30, 2008 at 21:22. | Released on October 22, 2008
  46. Various Artists "Second Royal vol.4 ~Winter Issue~"
    Kyoto label Second Royal brings us a 4th compilation, this time with a winter theme. This contains new tracks by residents Handsomeboy Technique, Rufus and Halfby (actually, Halfby's is a recycled iTunes-only release from 2 years ago). There's also a...
    Posted on November 24, 2008 at 20:31. | Released on December 13, 2008
  47. Perfume "Dream Fighter"
    Perfume is back again with a new single, 2nd since their hit album "Game". As usual this is produced by capsule's Nakata Yasutaka, who has also been busy with new albums for his own band (out on the same day)...
    Posted on November 9, 2008 at 12:06. | Released on November 19, 2008
  48. capsule "MORE! MORE! MORE!"
    DiscID: 7d0a9f0a
    Posted on November 9, 2008 at 02:20. | Released on November 19, 2008
  49. Tomohisa Obata "Sastain Life + MUSIC" (12")
    New-comer DJ, composer and trackmaker Obata Tomohisa brings us this brilliant first 12" produced by Fujisawa Shiho. These 4 cute and happy vocal tracks featuring singer Yuka will be sure to turn the heads of capsule and Perfume fans! This...
    Posted on October 30, 2008 at 22:19. | Released on November 7, 2008
  50. Perfume "First Tour 'GAME'" (DVD)
    Perfume toured sold out venues throughout Japan for hit album "GAME". Now here's your chance to enjoy the show too! Video sample at Tower Records (look for the large yellow banner) Perfume "First Tour 'GAME'" (DVD) Perfume 「First Tour 『GAME』」...
    Posted on October 14, 2008 at 00:37. | Released on October 15, 2008
  51. Denki Groove "Yellow"
    DiscID: 8a0ae40b
    Posted on October 12, 2008 at 22:38. | Released on October 15, 2008
  52. yes, mama ok? "Incomplete Questions"
    yes, mama ok? have a complete boxed set just out that regroups all of their releases on LD&K and Columbia. That's a total of 55 songs from "Coffee Cup de Rendez-vous tte saikō yo", "tea party", "suna no Pudding", "modern...
    Posted on October 4, 2008 at 15:41. | Released on September 26, 2008
  53. Polymoog free live at Apple Store Shibuya
    Polymoog (Elektel) will perform techno-pop using the Gakken SX-150 (toy synthesizer) and other instruments. He will be accompanied by VJ HIGUCHI Yasuyuki (faction bleu). Polymoog free live on 10/3 (Friday) at Apple Store Shibuya Starts at 20:00 (30 min.) Price:...
    Posted on October 2, 2008 at 09:41. | Released on October 3, 2008
  54. Various Artists "incense"
    DiscID: 2b114513
    Posted on September 27, 2008 at 23:15. | Released on September 24, 2008
  55. Meg "Precious"
    Here comes a new single from Meg, once again produced by Nakata Yasutaka (capsule, Perfume)! This comes in two editions, each with different artwork, and quite strange one at that! The DVD contains a video clip of the title track...
    Posted on September 6, 2008 at 02:39. | Released on September 17, 2008
  56. Tokyo Boys Bravo, DJ chipple in Koenji
    Announcement! / 告知 I will be DJing at Kōenji café-bar Connection on September 12, in an event focusing on techno-pop of the 80's. I plan to play techno-kayō, vocal pop of the 80's either produced by or reminding of YMO,...
    Posted on August 31, 2008 at 13:47. | Released on September 12, 2008
  57. Yann Tomita "Yann Tomita's 'Summer Workshop'" (2 DVDs+Book)
    Yann Tomita brings us this set of 2 DVDs mainly consisting of a live show and lecture held on July 9, 2006 at small venue Shibuya Uplink. Featured are Ohno Yumiko (Buffalo Daughter, Doopees), Kahimi Karie, and Takagi Kan. As...
    Posted on August 24, 2008 at 23:56. | Released on August 27, 2008
  58. bice mini-live at HMV Shibuya
    bice continues promotion for her new album "kanaerarenai koi no tame ni", out now on columbia*readymade. Konishi Yasuharu will appear as a special guest at this mini-live and autograph session at HMV Shibuya. See bice's information page for the full...
    Posted on August 4, 2008 at 22:15. | Released on September 6, 2008
  59. Barfout! presents Club Authentica vol.25: bice live
    bice is doing a promotion tour throughout Japan tour this August, promoting her new album "kanaerarenai koi no tame ni" out now on columbia*readymade. This special show here presented by magazine Barfout! is a unique chance to see a full...
    Posted on July 23, 2008 at 16:30. | Released on August 7, 2008
  60. Cubismo Grafico Five "Pleasures"
    Cubismo Grafico Five has been releasing a bunch of 7"'s containing new songs over the last year or so, all in collaboration with different artists. Most of those have sold out since, but no worries, all songs can finally be...
    Posted on July 22, 2008 at 16:30. | Released on August 8, 2008
  61. Nakatsuka Takeshi "Kiss & Ride"
    Nakatsuka Takeshi (Qypthone, Happiness Records) has a new solo album on the way. The album is said to be part mellow house, part electro-pop, and will feature guests Nomiya Maki (ex-Pizzicato Five), Eli (ex-Love Tambourines), Utamaru (Rhymester), and more. Nakatsuka...
    Posted on July 22, 2008 at 16:04. | Released on September 17, 2008
  62. HASYMO "the city of light / tokyo town pages"
    HASYMO, the recent unit of Sakamoto Ryūichi, Hosono Haruomi and Takahashi Yukihiro (all three formerly YMO = Yellow Magic Orchestra), has a new single coming up. Included are "the city of light", the theme song of News23, and "tokyo town...
    Posted on July 22, 2008 at 15:38. | Released on August 6, 2008
  63. Aira Mitsuki "Copy"
    DiscID: ad0d230c
    Posted on July 16, 2008 at 00:35. | Released on September 3, 2008
  64. Various Artists "1 ~Every Conversation Records Compilation~"
    Escalator Records' sub-label Every Conversation, which aims to release 7"'s of foreign artists that they judge would appeal to the Japan indies scene, is releasing a first CD compilation. The perfect way to catch up with what's been up! Various...
    Posted on June 30, 2008 at 21:19. | Released on July 30, 2008
  65. Switched On! #5: Hazel Nuts Chocolate and Motocompo live
    Hazel Nuts Chocolate and Motocompo will perform at the 5th edition of the Switched On! new-wave-dance-pop party series. Switched On! official MySpace Switched On! #5 on 6/29 (Sun.) at Kichijōji Bar Drop Live: Hazel Nuts Chocolate Motocompo V/order DJs: Dr.Usui...
    Posted on June 24, 2008 at 17:42. | Released on June 29, 2008
  66. Kawashima Circulation Bus Line live at Enban
    Kawashima Circulation Bus Line is the new unit of electronic artist Hosaka Akane (MySpace), whose album "Niko Niko Denki Muzic" is just out, together with DJ Peaky who accompanied her at a recent live performance. This is KCBL's very first...
    Posted on June 22, 2008 at 16:29. | Released on June 28, 2008
  67. tron: Hosaka Akane live
    Electronic artist Hosaka Akane's album "Niko Niko Denki Muzic" is just out, and she will be performing at this nice event that will also serve as release party! Also playing will be San Franciso-based Christopher Willits (who has done a...
    Posted on June 11, 2008 at 15:28. | Released on June 14, 2008
  68. Perfume "love the world"
    Here comes a first new single from Perfume since the release of hit album "Game". This includes 2 brand new songs, of course produced by Nakata Yasutaka (capsule). As usual, there will be a limited edition with a bonus DVD....
    Posted on June 2, 2008 at 13:24. | Released on July 9, 2008
  69. arcorhyme live and workshop vol.2
    arcorhyme (MySpace), the unit of Takanami K-tarō and Nishimura Ikuyo, will do a 2nd and last (of the series) workshop event at café Go Slow located inside the Ikejiri Institute of Design. The event of course includes a live show,...
    Posted on May 30, 2008 at 15:08. | Released on June 7, 2008
  70. Various Artists "Beautiful Techno"
    Especially with Perfume taking over the charts lately, Japan is really in techno-pop mode right now! This compilation is a great opportunity to catch up, and will feature artists like Meg, Aira Mitsuki, immi, Q;indivi, and more. It will total...
    Posted on May 28, 2008 at 15:49. | Released on July 16, 2008
  71. Plastic Sex Night: live at Soft
    Plastic Sex, the unit of Nakanishi Toshio (ex-Plastics) and Nomiya Maki, will perform a live show at Shibuya Soft this Thursday! There will also be shows next month in Kobe (6/12 at Beber) and Osaka (6/13 at Noon). Plastic Sex...
    Posted on May 20, 2008 at 21:57. | Released on May 22, 2008
  72. Hosaka Akane "Niko Niko Denki Muzic"
    DiscID: 9a0a600c
    Posted on May 19, 2008 at 15:47. | Released on June 10, 2008
  73. Boot Beat "Manifesto! 3"
    DJ Boot Beat (aka Kamiya Naoaki) has a 3rd mix CD of his popular "Manifesto!" series, mixing pop, jazz, easy listening, latin, Brazilian, breakbeats, etc. A few Japanese artists are also included: Arai Toshiya (Missing Linc, Mr.comicstore), DJ Sora-Mimi and...
    Posted on May 16, 2008 at 15:11. | Released on May 16, 2008
  74. Various Artists "House Connection ...", "Jazz Connection ~around the shibuya corner~ presented by cafe&diner Studio"
    Two compilations related to cafe&diner Studio, a Shibuya café where are held DJ and live events, will feature a bunch of great artists from the club scene, grouped under "house" and "jazz" themes. Featured are akakage, Fujisawa Shiho, Sunaga t...
    Posted on May 14, 2008 at 14:49. | Released on July 9, 2008
  75. World Happiness
    Takahashi Yukihiro (Yellow Magic Orchestra, Sketch Show) and art director Shindō Mitsuo (Contemporary Production) present this summer festival where can be caught pupa (Takahashi's new all-star unit), HASYMO, Suzuki Keiichi (Moonriders), Tokyo Ska Paradise Orchestra, Bonnie Pink, NRT320 (Shindō Mitsuo's...
    Posted on May 8, 2008 at 13:56. | Released on August 10, 2008
  76. Ino Hidefumi "Living Message"
    Fender Rhodes player Ino Hidefumi, also the owner of café Tenement in Ebisu, has a 2nd album on the way. While first album "Satisfaction" consisted only of covers, this one is 2/3's original songs! Having previously released some brilliant compositions...
    Posted on May 7, 2008 at 16:09. | Released on June 27, 2008
  77. Meg "Heart"
    Electro-pop idol Meg has a new single, the 2nd since album "Beam". This is again produced by Nakata Yasutaka (capsule) who's lately most famous for the new best selling album "Game" he produced for Perfume. Meg "Heart" 1. Heart 2....
    Posted on May 2, 2008 at 15:55. | Released on May 7, 2008
  78. De De Mouse release party, with YMCK, Buffalo Daughter and Halfby
    YMCK, who of late are rarely caught live in their home land, will perform at De De Mouse's release party for his album "sunset girls". And it doesn't stop there, Buffalo Daughter will also be performing, as well as DJs...
    Posted on May 1, 2008 at 16:52. | Released on July 3, 2008
  79. IDF free live at Apple Store Shibuya
    IDF, the session unit of Fender Rhodes playre Ino Hidefumi, Kojima Daisuke (DSK, Port of Notes) and Fujiwara Hiroshi, will perform a free show at Apple Store Shibuya! You can expect this to be crowded. IDF has a CD being...
    Posted on May 1, 2008 at 11:46. | Released on May 9, 2008
  80. Neo-Shibuya-kei web site and free download compilations
    April 28 is Shibuya day (4=shi, 2=bu, 8=ya), and to celebrate, a neo-Shibuya-kei information web site has opened! The content is all in Japanese, but still you can find lots of links to artists who fall under the category. That's...
    Posted on April 30, 2008 at 10:52. | Released on April 28, 2008
  81. Hosono Haruomi "Archives Vol.1", Various Artists "Daisy Holiday"
    Hosono "Harry" Hauromi (YMO, Sketch Show) brings his label daisyworld back from the dead. The first releases will coincide with his 61st birthday on July 9. These are a collection of rare musical works of his, ranging from TV shows...
    Posted on April 22, 2008 at 15:51. | Released on July 9, 2008
  82. Vanilla Beans "Nicola"
    DiscID: 31042e04
    Posted on April 18, 2008 at 14:42. | Released on May 21, 2008
  83. DISCO 08: Plastic Sex live
    Nomiya Maki's big recital might be over, but she's not taking it easy just yet! Indeed, he will be appearing on stage as part of Plastic Sex, her unit with Nakanishi Toshio (Plastics). DISCO 08: Plastic Sex live on 4/26...
    Posted on April 16, 2008 at 17:23. | Released on April 26, 2008
  84. Kinbara Chieko "Velvet Night ~ Pray For Strings"
    DiscID: 7d0eff0a
    Posted on April 16, 2008 at 17:08. | Released on May 21, 2008
  85. Scha Dara Parr "Lights Camera Action"
    Scha Dara Parr has a new single lined up, and it features Matsuda "Chabe" Gakuji (Cubismo Grafico) on keyboards! The song is the ending theme of late night TV drama "shūkan Maki Yōko". Scha Dara Parr "Lights Camera Action" スチャダラパー...
    Posted on April 11, 2008 at 11:19. | Released on June 11, 2008
  86. Various Artists "issho ni utaō! NHK minna no uta ~otona Ver.~", "~kodomo Ver.~"
    Released in February, this is a various artists cover album of songs that were featured on NHK's long-running program "minna no uta", performed by many artists. Included is a cover of Pizzicato Five's "Message Song", Ōnuki Taeko's "Metropolitan bijutsukan" ("Metropolitan...
    Posted on April 9, 2008 at 16:56. | Released on February 6, 2008
  87. arcorhyme and the Soundmatic Circle of Friends vol.2
    arcorhyme, the unit of Takanami K-taro (ex-Pizzicato Five) and singer Nishimura Ikuyo, brings us one of their biggest events so far. It will be the first time that they perform on stage in Tokyo with their all-star recording members, so...
    Posted on April 8, 2008 at 17:30. | Released on May 24, 2008
  88. Aira Mitsuki "Darling Wondering Staring / Star Fruits Surf Rider"
    DiscID: 3705fe05
    Posted on April 7, 2008 at 15:53. | Released on May 7, 2008
  89. Various Artists "Niw! Collection"
    Indies punk label Niw! has a compilation coming up celebrating its 5 years. The compilation consists of mostly (all?) new recordings, including ones by Cubismo Grafico Five, Frontier Backyard, Riddim Saunter and more. Various Artists "Niw! Collection" 1. Niw! Records...
    Posted on April 4, 2008 at 10:20. | Released on May 23, 2008
  90. Various Artists "Island Moon ~Groove Love~"
    unchained groove (aka Groove Unchant) produces this compilation of R&B covers. Featured artists include Toki Asako (ex-Cymbals), eli (girl it's U, ex-Love Tambourines), Suzuki Momoko (Cosa Nostra), Yoshimi (Sonicberry Favour), Maki Rinka and more. Official release page at label site...
    Posted on March 26, 2008 at 15:08. | Released on May 21, 2008
  91. utakata onpu na haru: Chocolat & Akito live
    Chocolat & Akito will perform their music at a special event while illustrator Satō Yuri will produces live painting. Paper cutting master Hayashiya Shōraku will also show his tricks. Food from vegetarian café Alaska will be available. Official information page...
    Posted on March 24, 2008 at 18:01. | Released on April 26, 2008
  92. Emi Kawano Trio live
    Jazz pianist and singer Kawano Emi and her trio will perform 3 evening sets at jazz bar Zinc in Asakusa. Drinks and some light food are available. Sounds like a very pleasant evening! Emi Kawano Trio live on 3/28 (Friday)...
    Posted on March 24, 2008 at 17:32. | Released on March 28, 2008
  93. Hasebe Novko w/ Isoda Osamu live
    Hasebe Novko and Isoda Osamu, both former members of early 90's band Modern Choki Chokies, will perform a live show on a Sunday afternoon. It's their first in about 3 years! They will share the stage with an instrumental latin...
    Posted on March 24, 2008 at 16:11. | Released on April 6, 2008
  94. Tomoe Shinohara Live Paint Performance
    Multi-talent Shinohara Tomoe brings us a new fun experiment combining visual arts and music. She will perform together with Steve Etō and Buffalo Daughter's Ohno Yumiko, and visual artist Mucho Muramatsu. DJ Lyoma, a Japanese mostly active in Berlin, will...
    Posted on March 20, 2008 at 11:52. | Released on April 13, 2008
  95. Fujisawa Shiho "Happy Hour"
    Tokyo's indies club scene's girl DJ and trackmaker, Fujisawa Shiho (MySpace), offers us a first full-length album featuring vocals by the likes of Pecombo and Qypthone's Izumi. Included is the single "Colorful na kimochi" that was released as a 12"...
    Posted on March 20, 2008 at 09:58. | Released on April 23, 2008
  96. arcorhyme afternoon live at Grand Cru
    arcorhyme are constantly trying out new show concepts, this Sunday they will perform at Après-midi Grand Cru, the pasta and wine restaurant located below Café Après-midi (the café). There will be two free sets with different songs. Charge is free,...
    Posted on March 15, 2008 at 10:29. | Released on March 16, 2008
  97. Polysics "We ate the machine"
    Polysics have a brand new album coming up! A limited edition will contain a bonus DVD of a live performance from last year at the Hibiya Open-Air Concert Hall. A single will also be released a month in advance, including...
    Posted on March 5, 2008 at 16:33. | Released on April 23, 2008
  98. el silencio del sol de la escena: midori hirano live
    Electro musician Midori Hirano will come from Kyoto to perform in an event organized by songs from thousand downfall and Ovum. Also playing are Fort Wayne and COM.A. songs from thousand downfall & OVUM present "el silencio del sol de...
    Posted on March 3, 2008 at 16:59. | Released on March 9, 2008
  99. Latin Panic! Tokyo Panorama Mambo Boys live
    Tokyo Panorama Mambo Boys, back this year with new releases "Mambo Imperial" and "Mambo Deco" (with more to come), are also back tonight with their legendary club event. Also known as "Latin Panic!", the event hosted at Shinjuku Oto will...
    Posted on February 29, 2008 at 11:55. | Released on February 29, 2008
  100. Cover Lover Project "seishun Dance ~ The Best of Bossa Covers"
    The "cover lover" series, that's been going on ever since the fun "Vol.1 ~Bossa de Punk~", is now back with something of interest. This time we're offered a selection of hit J-pop/dance songs performed as acoustic bossa nova. Included are...
    Posted on February 27, 2008 at 17:37. | Released on March 19, 2008

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