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  1. Kiiiiiii "Gold & Silver" (DVD)
    Finally, Kiiiiiii's first DVD is ready for release! For those not in the know, Kiiiiiii is an indies performance unit of u.t and Lakin, two cute girls who sing and drum nursury rhyme-like songs in English in the privacy of...
    Posted on April 14, 2006 at 11:24. | Released on April 21, 2006
  2. Nomoto Karia "hitomi no naka ni Mirror Ball" "Bubbly" (Download)
    columbia*readymade idol Nomoto Karia will have two new songs released for download at the end of the month. Of course, both are produced by Konishi Yasuharu, and are at Karly's favorite BPM: 135. Konishi-san claims "hitomi no naka ni Mirror...
    Posted on April 11, 2006 at 18:23. | Released on April 26, 2006
  3. Audio Dregs Japan Tour 2006
    U.S. indie electronic label Audio Dregs, that has more than a few ties with Japan, will be passing by Tokyo early May during a tour organized by magazine Afterhours. In Tokyo, artists that will perform are fantastic dreamy casio band...
    Posted on April 11, 2006 at 16:36. | Released on May 6, 2006
  4. Pizzicato Five "pizzicato five we dig you for vinyl 1 + 2" (12")
    Accompanying the release of "pizzicato five we dig you" (formerly entitled "5 minutes of pizzicato five") will be released two 12"'s containing 8 of the cut-ups. Art direction is of course by Konishi-san. The cover of #1 says "Pizzicatomania no...
    Posted on April 10, 2006 at 10:22. | Released on May 24, 2006
  5. World Standard - Sunaga t̀ Experience first live
    Sunaga t̀ Experience, the solo unit of Sunaga Tatsuo, will play a first ever live concert! That's not just a DJ show, as he will be accompanied by a rhythm section plus 3 wind instruments. Performed will be songs from...
    Posted on April 6, 2006 at 10:51. | Released on April 28, 2006
  6. "Steam kakarichō: kakarichō Original hen" (DVD)
    Late night short series Steam kakarichō's first DVD is just out, and already a second DVD is to be released in a week! Unlike the first series, these will feature not real comedians but the original characters Dick Tarō, Ikura-san,...
    Posted on March 15, 2006 at 12:12. | Released on March 24, 2006
  7. Mr.comicstore "The Theme of Comics" (12")
    Mr.comicstore, the new club unit of Arai Toshiya and Nagai Katsutoshi, that contributed a track to the great "Steam Head" soundtrack, now has a first release of their own. This is a 12" with 2 original tracks plus two remixes,...
    Posted on February 27, 2006 at 21:52. | Released on January 20, 2006
  8. InK first live at Liquid Room
    Ishino Takkyu (Denki Groove) has a new unit together with Kawanabe Hiroshi of Tokyo No.1 Soul Set. The unit is called InK (Ishino 'n' Kawanabe) and a first live show has been scheduled. There's an album scheduled for release on...
    Posted on February 6, 2006 at 15:50. | Released on March 31, 2006
  9. YMCK free mini-live
    YMCK will perform a free mini-live this weekend to promote their latest album "Family Racing". YMCK free mini-live on 1/8 (Sunday) at Tower Records Shinjuku (Flags 7F, South-East exit) Starts at 16:00 Those who buy the album at Tower Records...
    Posted on January 5, 2006 at 10:32. | Released on January 8, 2006
  10. "Trainsurfer 1" (DVD)
    By the same director as Steam kakarichō, Nakao Hiroyuki, comes Trainsurfer, another fun CG shorts series featuring real people. This one puts its guests in situations on top of Tokyo trains! The show aired on MTV Japan has featured the...
    Posted on December 26, 2005 at 22:25. | Released on March 10, 2006
  11. Wada Akiko "Ragga Akiko"
    A new album of Wada Akiko remixes, this time focusing on a reggae theme, is out just today. Interesting appearances by CKB-Annex (a few members of Crazy Ken Band), Kawakami Tsuyoshi and His Moodmakers (Kawakami Tsuyoshi is a member of...
    Posted on December 16, 2005 at 16:33. | Released on December 16, 2005
  12. Marquee Night vol.7 "Girls Punk Party"
    Held this coming weekend, Marquee magazine's Marquee Night vol.7 will have a "girl art punk" theme. A not-to-be-missed chance to catch all these bands at once! Marquee Night vol.7 "Girls Punk Party" on 12/17 (Saturday) at Shibuya Club Quattro (32-13...
    Posted on December 13, 2005 at 10:48. | Released on December 17, 2005
  13. Various Artists "Tribute to yes, mama ok?"
    Short-lived bright indies pop band "yes, mama ok?" (fan site) created many great songs just one decade ago. Marking the band's 10th anniversary, today's artists put together a fan tribute album, which is planned to be released in early 2006....
    Posted on December 13, 2005 at 10:34. | Released on April 20, 2006
  14. RS-3000 "All You Need Is Love"
    This album was released last month, but I thought it deserves a mention. RS-3000 is Akakage's Itō Yōichirō's new solo unit! The theme is "club music of year 3000", mixing lounge, breakbeats, jazz, with a reggae twist. RS-3000 "All You...
    Posted on December 1, 2005 at 11:34. | Released on November 2, 2005
  15. YMCK "Family Racing"
    Finally! A second album from YMCK is coming before the end of the year! The album features 8 new songs, one featuring Japan's Famicom hero Takahashi Meijin. There will be two editions, one of the CD only, and a limited...
    Posted on October 27, 2005 at 10:09. | Released on December 21, 2005
  16. p&art sasanoooha "p&art Music"
    Osaka's fun club breakbeat unit p&art sasanoooha (read "Panda to Sasanoha"), who appeared on the recent Nomiya Maki album and maxi single, are back in surprise wih a brand new album, "p&art Music" ("Panda to Music"). All songs and a...
    Posted on October 24, 2005 at 12:40. | Released on December 7, 2005
  17. Futon "Give Me More!"
    Thailand-based multi-cultural (Thai+Japan+UK) electro punk band Futon, who have contributed to Nomiya Maki's album "Party People" and who I've seen before at the Soi Music Festival in Bangkok, has a first Japan-released album coming out very soon! The album will...
    Posted on October 7, 2005 at 13:26. | Released on October 12, 2005
  18. Party People Party: Nomiya Maki live
    Nomiya Maki will give one hell of a party this October, following the release of her new album "Party People". Taking place at one of Tokyo's newest and trendiest venues, ageHa, the all-night event will feature performances by most guests...
    Posted on September 30, 2005 at 14:30. | Released on October 28, 2005
  19. Clazziquai Project "Instant Pig"
    Korean club pop unit Clazziquai Project's 2004 first album "Instant Pig" is being released in Japan this month, including two bonus English versions. They will also appear on m-flo's upcoming remix album "Dope Space Nine" out in November. Clazziquai Project...
    Posted on September 15, 2005 at 00:27. | Released on September 28, 2005
  20. Kawasome Yoshihiro presents: Digiki live
    Our man Digiki is in town, and he knows the good spots! He'll be performing at Enban in Kōenji next Tuesday. Also on the bill are Hot Troche and others. Kawasome Yoshihiro presents on 9/6 (Tuesday) at Kōenji Enban (map)...
    Posted on August 31, 2005 at 15:47. | Released on September 6, 2005
  21. Update: Nomiya Maki, m-flo, Perfume, ...
    Recent updates... Nomiya Maki loves m-flo "Big Bang Romance" Track list added m-flo "Beat Space Nine" Track list added Perfume "Linear Motor Girl" Artwork added Soundtrack "Summer Timemachine Blues" Track list and artwork added Chocolat & Akito "Chocolat & Akito"...
    Posted on August 19, 2005 at 13:12.
  22. Nomiya Maki "Party People"
    Nomiya Maki's next album "Party People" will be out in October. Seems like she's back on the major scene, on the Avex label Rhythm Zone, news that goes hand in hand with her September single with m-flo "Big Bang Romance"....
    Posted on August 11, 2005 at 09:52. | Released on October 12, 2005
  23. Update: MissWonda
    MissWonda "Wonderful Tangent" Bonus CD-R details added, new sound samples at Usagi-chang...
    Posted on August 10, 2005 at 15:55.
  24. Various Artists "Tribute To Thunderbirds"
    Celebrating their 40th anniversary, a tribute album to the Thunderbirds is coming! The album will feature covers by Japanese artists including Konishi Yasuharu, the Surf Coasters, RyukyuDisko, Miura Jun and more! Official release page at Vap Various Artists "Tribute To...
    Posted on August 8, 2005 at 15:47. | Released on August 24, 2005
  25. Perfume "Linear Motor Girl"
    capsule Nakata Yasutaka-produced idol unit Perfume has a first major release coming up! The limited edition will contain a random trading card of one of the three 16-year old girls: Nocchi, Yuka and A~chan. Perfume "Linear Motor Girl" Prefume 「リニアモーターガール」...
    Posted on August 8, 2005 at 15:14. | Released on September 21, 2005
  26. Hazel Nuts Chocolate "Cute"
    Hazel Nuts Chocolate is back this year with a new album, "Cute", title which perfectly fits Yuppa-chan and her lovely music. The album features Plus-tech Squeeze Box' Hayashibe Tomonori who did most of the programming. Hazel Nuts Chocolate "Cute" 1....
    Posted on July 12, 2005 at 11:24. | Released on September 14, 2005
  27. MissWonda "Wonderful Tangent"
    Usagi-chang Records artist MissWonda's first album is coming this summer! The album, [I think] produced by Suzuki Akira (Sonic Coaster Pop), is said to mix elements of electro rock, early eurobeat, latin house, neo-acoustic, etc. Copies bought at participating Tower...
    Posted on July 5, 2005 at 08:46. | Released on August 17, 2005
  28. Fantastic Plastic Machine "Sound Concierge #502"
    A new mix CD in FPM's Sound Concierge series is coming out in August. The mix CD will contain a new FPM song, "Tell Me", from his forthcoming album expected in October! As usual, there will be a limited edition...
    Posted on July 4, 2005 at 10:54. | Released on August 31, 2005
  29. 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
  30. Asia Engineer "Oh! Deluxe Maxi"
    Seems like I had missed this one, including a remix by Konishi Yasuharu. I saw one of Asia Engineer's videos and it seemed to me like they're sort of similar to Rip Slyme. Fun beats for the summer from the...
    Posted on June 10, 2005 at 09:46. | Released on May 11, 2005
  31. 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
  32. Usagi-chang "Mini" Night vol.0003
    Usagi-chang Records's 3rd "mini" night will feature all regular DJs and a macdonald duck eclair mini live. MDDE will perform some new songs from their upcoming album. Aprils' Imai Kentarō won't be present this time because he's off to Taiwan...
    Posted on May 16, 2005 at 23:56. | Released on May 28, 2005
  33. Higurashi Aiha "Platonic"
    Although her solo works hadn't quite caught my attention so far, ex-Seagull Screaming Kiss Her Kiss Her Higurashi Aiha's new album seems like it will be a winner! Producers include Sunahara Yoshinori (ex-Denki Groove), Oyamada Keigo (Cornelius), Asa-chang, Hatori Miho...
    Posted on May 11, 2005 at 16:32. | Released on May 25, 2005
  34. Various Artists "Readymade Digs Disney 3"
    Last time we got Disney's jazzy grooves, this time we get soft rock songs from the 60's and 70's, of course all selected by Konishi Yasuharu. All songs are said to be released on CD for the first time, so...
    Posted on April 27, 2005 at 16:40. | Released on July 13, 2005
  35. YMCK live at KDDI Designing Studio
    This Saturday is the right time to visit the recently open KDDI Designing Studio in Harajuku, as Famicom warriors YMCK will be giving a free show, together with VJ Kodama Yūichi. They are planning to also perform songs from their...
    Posted on April 27, 2005 at 13:52. | Released on April 30, 2005
  36. Panache "The Black Letters"
    What may my Swedish friend Kristofer have in his bag? I don't know for sure, but considering his great taste, shared daily at Panache Sounds, it will surely be great! Coming soon from Rallye Records (Kanazawa, Japan). Official release page...
    Posted on April 18, 2005 at 15:19. | Released on May 25, 2005
  37. Yellow Magic Orchestra "YMO Remixes 99-00 The Best"
    A compilation of the best YMO remixes will be released soon, including two remixes said to be on CD for the first time (Konishi Yasuharu and Denki Groove's). Orders at Tower Records may include a limited edition bonus 12" containing...
    Posted on February 7, 2005 at 17:05. | Released on March 24, 2005
  38. speena vs Konishi Yasuharu "Material Girl / toshishita no otoko no ko"
    These two songs performed by speena and produced by Konishi Yasuharu, which will appear on the upcoming album "candy lovely music!! ~mune no botan ga hajikete~", are first released as a single. Konishi-san also mentioned a vinyl release on 524...
    Posted on February 4, 2005 at 10:40. | Released on March 2, 2005
  39. Yukari Fresh "Me"
    Yes, it's true! Yukari is Fresh again, and she's back with a brand new album just in time for Valentine's Day! The album will include remixes by Headman, Chicks on Speed, Avenue D, Bumblebeez, DataRock, Punks Jump Up and more!...
    Posted on January 15, 2005 at 17:02. | Released on February 26, 2005
  40. Halcali "Halcalimix"
    Halcali's first remix album will contain remixes by OTF, Halfby, Yuka Honda (Cibo Matto), Ishino Takkyū (Denki Groove), Okamura Yasuyuki, and more! Some of the tracks have been previously released on Halcali's singles, but some are brand new. Halcali "Halcalimix"...
    Posted on January 11, 2005 at 16:17. | Released on March 16, 2005
  41. Usagi-chang "Mini" Night vol.0002
    Usagi-chang Records is having a second "mini" night with a great DJ line-up and a Micro Mach Machine mini live. Usagi-chang "Mini" Night vol.0002 On 1/29 (Saturday) at Sangenjaya Chrome From 23:00 until 5:00 Price: ¥2000 (2 drinks) DJs: macdonald...
    Posted on January 6, 2005 at 11:18. | Released on January 29, 2005
  42. Various Artists "Yellow Magic kayōkyoku" & "Techno Magic kayōkyoku"
    Two interesting compilations of 80's techno-pop/kayō, certainly containing a lot of gems, will be released in February at a relatively low price. The first compilation has 3 CDs and consists of only songs written/produced by Yellow Magic Orchestra members (Sakamoto...
    Posted on December 7, 2004 at 17:54. | Released on February 23, 2005
  43. Oui Oui at Lounge O
    It seems like Oui Oui, the DJ/performance unit of Nomiya Maki (Pizzicato Five) and Teramoto Rieko (T.V. Jesus) will be performing at Lounge O part of a Valentine's Day special party. It's not often that they can be caught in...
    Posted on December 4, 2004 at 11:46. | Released on February 10, 2005
  44. Kengisyu Kamui's Samurai Night
    Event featuring live performance by sword fighters Kengisyu Kamui who appeared in Kill Bill. Kengisyu Kamui's Samurai Night 剱伎衆かむゐのサムライナイト ～かむゐ危機一髪！海上大決戦の巻～ on 12/13 at Shinjuku Loft Opens at 18:00, starts at 19:00 Price: advance ¥2500 (Pia 187-162, Lawson 35237), door ¥2800...
    Posted on November 23, 2004 at 12:59. | Released on December 13, 2004
  45. Fantastic Plastic Machine "Sound Concierge" #501 and Annex
    A third series of mix CDs by Tanaka Tomoyuki aka Fantastic Plastic Machine has been announced. The formula is same as before, one lounge CD and one house CD. Update 1/6: This time, one of the two CDs seems to...
    Posted on November 12, 2004 at 13:12. | Released on February 23, 2005
  46. Dégustation À Jazz
    Tomorrow I'm off to Dégustation À Jazz held at Unit, where will be performing the Kikuchi Naruyoshi Quintet Live Dub feat. Kahimi Karie! Dégustation À Jazz On 11/3 At Daikanyama Unit Opens at 19:00, starts at 20:00 (map) Charge: advance...
    Posted on November 2, 2004 at 13:55. | Released on November 3, 2004
  47. Plastics Sex
    Plastics Sex, Nakanishi Toshio aka Tycoon Tosh (Plastics, Major Force, Melon)'s new unit featuring NOMIYA Maki, will be performing tonight at Shibuya Eggman! According to Nomiya Maki's moblog, they will be playing around 26:00. Plastics Sex will have an album...
    Posted on October 15, 2004 at 17:47. | Released on October 15, 2004
  48. P&art Sasanoooha "panda to sasanoha"
    High-energy breakbeats club unit P&art Sasanoooha from Osaka, who have remixed Pizzicato Five, Lupin the 3rd and Astro Boy, have a new full album coming out soon! Page announcing new album Homemade Records official site P&art Sasanoooha "panda to sasanoha"...
    Posted on August 7, 2004 at 16:35. | Released on August 25, 2004
  49. Cubismo Grafico "Foga"
    Cubismo Grafico has a new album coming out in October, the title is... "Foga"! Most songs are supposedly 132bpm. Cubismo Grafico "Foga" Track list 1. Fog132 2. I'm In The Fog 3. Vaseline For 11 Basslines 4. Sunday Niteclub 5....
    Posted on August 7, 2004 at 16:20. | Released on October 16, 2004
  50. Dahlia "musics for my funeral"
    Dahlia, now the solo unit of former member Kaori, has a new (mini-?)album coming out on Happiness Records. Producers are Kimura Madoka (Perfect Circle), Nakatsuka Takeshi (Qypthone), Nakata Yasutaka (capsule) (for the song "maxima!" which previously appeared on the Contemode...
    Posted on August 3, 2004 at 11:14. | Released on August 10, 2004
  51. Pandatone "Lemons and Limes"
    Music Related shachō Trevor Sias' solo project Pandatone has an upcoming album called "Lemons and Limes" to which I'm very much looking forward! Official release page at label Neo Ouija (UK) Pandatone "Lemons and Limes" Track list 1. summerfill 2....
    Posted on August 2, 2004 at 18:18. | Released on July 31, 2004
  52. Wack Wack Rhythm Band mini-live
    Wack Wack Rhythm Band will perform a free mini-live in front of LaForet Harajuku! LaForet Harajuku Summer Live & Act Featuring Wack Wack Rhythm Band In front of LaForet Harajuku Sunday 8/8, starts at 17:00 FREE! Wack Wack Rhythm Band...
    Posted on July 20, 2004 at 22:08. | Released on August 8, 2004
  53. Various Artists "Tribute to YMO"
    There's a tribute album to Yellow Magic Orchestra coming out in September. Featured artists include Tokyo Ska Paradise Orchestra, Ken Ishii, Clammbon, Jazztronik, a unit formed of Katayose Akito (Great 3) and Chocolat (husband and wife), and many others. Official...
    Posted on July 16, 2004 at 15:29. | Released on September 8, 2004
  54. Nagisa Cosmetic "Nagisa Cosmetic"
    Nagisa Cosmetic, Ichikawa Nagisa's unit with capsule's Nakata Yasutaka, has a first (mini-?)album being released this month. Expect more of that capsule sound! Sound samples can be heard at contemode (go to the Release & Event page and click the...
    Posted on July 7, 2004 at 10:33. | Released on July 21, 2004
  55. Aprils "Pan·da" (CD/VD)
    The Aprils, who are currently finishing their US/Canada tour with Par Avion, have just announced the release of their first full album "Pan·da", which they describe as a "happy, catchy, kirakira, spacy and picopico summer party album". The limited edition...
    Posted on July 6, 2004 at 10:52. | Released on August 4, 2004
  56. You The Rock feat. FPM "Grand Master Fresh Pt.2"
    The new dance single by rapper You The Rock★ is produced by Fantastic Plastic Machine, and the B-side features Tokyo Ska Paradise Orchestra. A video clip can be seen at the promotional site on the information page. You The Rock★...
    Posted on July 5, 2004 at 14:48. | Released on July 22, 2004
  57. Pippi: The Musical
    Pippi Longstocking is revived this year in a musical starring none other than Shinohara Tomoe! Doesn't that sound like a perfect match? Pippi: The Musical Starring Shinohara Tomoe At Setagaya Public Theatre From 8/1 until 8/15 Adults: ¥8500, children: ¥7500...
    Posted on June 23, 2004 at 22:10. | Released on August 1, 2004
  58. Night of Lil' Dragons at Roppongi SuperDeluxe
    There will be a special event at SuperDeluxe in Roppongi on June 15, featuring a bunch of artists doing tribute to Bruce Lee. Notably, this marks the return of Taiwanese singer Judy Ongg, with her 1979 hit "miserarete". This time...
    Posted on June 14, 2004 at 07:24. | Released on June 15, 2004

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