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
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
Clazziquai Project "Beat In Love"
Korean club unit Clazziquai Project, good friends with m-flo, FPM and the likes, has a new album aimed at Japan coming soon. Included are mostly tracks from their previously released (outside of Japan) album "Robotica", including remixes by FPM and...
Posted on July 22, 2008 at 16:49. | Released on August 13, 2008
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
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
Meg "Step"
Her previous album "Beam" was released only 6 months earlier, but Meg has already a new album called "Step" coming up! Of course it's again entirely produced by Nakata Yasutaka (capsule). It totals to 8 songs, 2 of which are...
Posted on May 20, 2008 at 16:16. | Released on June 18, 2008
Suzuki Ami "One"
Suzuki Ami's next single will be produced by Nakata Yasutaka (capsule) with who she had previously collaborated on single "Free Free / Supermusic Maker" last year, tracks which also appeared on album "Dolce". That's not all, as a full album...
Posted on May 13, 2008 at 17:41. | Released on July 2, 2008
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
Perfume "Game"
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Posted on January 23, 2008 at 16:53. | Released on April 16, 2008
Aira Mitsuki "China Discotica"
Aira Mitsuki, who debuted as an audition-winning indies idol last August, has a first major single coming up! For those not in the know, she says that she loves Perfume and capsule, and that surely reflects very much in her...
Posted on January 22, 2008 at 09:57. | Released on March 5, 2008
Meg "Magic"
Electro-pop idol Meg has a new single coming up, her first since album "Beam" released last December. Once again the producer is Nakata Yasutaka (capsule). Meg "Magic" 1. Magic 2. Miracle 3. Magic (extended mix) Universal UPCH-5529 Out 3/5, ¥1200...
Posted on January 17, 2008 at 16:17. | Released on March 5, 2008
Suzuki Ami "Dolce"
Not even a year after her album "Connetta" with a similar collaboration concept, Suzuki Ami is back with another album featuring Shinohara Tomoe, Nakata Yasutaka (capsule), Rocketman, Captain Funk, sugiurumn, Hoff Dylan, Studio Apartment, and more. Rocketman's track is produced...
Posted on January 15, 2008 at 17:29. | Released on February 6, 2008
Various Artists "Toki Asako Remixes Weekend Shuffle"
Ex-Cymbals Toki Asako's cover album "Weekend Shuffle" (2006) is being remixed by the likes of Nakata Yasutaka (capsule) and Nakatsuka Takeshi. Various Artists "Toki Asako Remixes Weekend Shuffle" 1. September (Kaleido Remix) 2. kimi ni mune kyun. (Nakata Yasutaka capsule...
Posted on November 7, 2007 at 16:27. | Released on November 21, 2007
Perfume "Baby cruising Love / Macaroni"
Perfume already has a new single lined up for 2008! It will of course be produced by Nakata Yasutaka (capsule) as usual. There will be a limited edition with a bonus DVD, and artwork different from the regular edition. Perfume...
Posted on October 31, 2007 at 17:52. | Released on January 16, 2008
Meg "Beam"
Following single "OK", electro-pop singer Meg has a full album coming up. It's entirely produced by Nakata Yasutaka (capsule) and, guess what, it's out on the same day as the new capsule album, "Flash Back"! It also includes a cover...
Posted on October 29, 2007 at 10:56. | Released on December 5, 2007
capsule "Flash Back"
Don't look surprised, you knew it was coming! Following previous album "Sugarless GiRL" in February and "capsule rmx" in October, and also the new coltemonikha album in September, is a brand new album by capsule coming up in December. That's...
Posted on October 11, 2007 at 10:36. | Released on December 5, 2007
capsule "MUSiXXX / I'm Feeling You" (12")
Yes, it's that time again! capsule has a new single that will be released on vinyl, for DJs and those who can't wait until the new album out in December..! capsule "MUSiXXX / I'm Feeling You" (12") A. MUSiXXX B....
Posted on October 11, 2007 at 10:25. | Released on November 7, 2007
Meg "OK"
Electro-pop artist Meg has a new single coming arranged by Nakata Yasutaka (capsule)! That sexy jacket should make it hard to overlook on release day. The song and its video can be sampled on her web site, in the discography...
Posted on September 28, 2007 at 13:33. | Released on October 3, 2007
m-flo "electriCOLOR -COMPLETE remix-"
m-flo's upcoming remix album, of songs from the album "Cosmicolor", includes remixes by Fantastic Plastic Machine, Sunaga t̀ Experience, Nakata Yasutaka (capsule), Ishino Takkyū, Akakage, Dexpistols, Ram Rider, Alex of Clazziquai Project, and more! Included is a bonus non-stop mix...
Posted on September 5, 2007 at 14:30. | Released on September 26, 2007
capsule "capsule RMX EP" (12")
A month ahead of capsule's first remix album will be released this 12" EP containing two new self-remixes of "Sugarless GiRL"'s title track and another song from "FRUITS CLiPPER". capsule "capsule RMX EP" (12") A. Sugarless GiRL (rmx ver.) B....
Posted on August 18, 2007 at 01:33. | Released on September 5, 2007
capsule "capsule rmx"
capsule has a first remix album coming up, actually a collection of the best remixes previously released all self-remixes by Nakata Yasutaka, of songs from recent albums "Sugarless GiRL", "FRUITS CLiPPER" and "L.D.K. Lounge Designers Killer". All songs can be...
Posted on August 12, 2007 at 14:54. | Released on October 10, 2007
Perfume "Polyrhythm"
Idol unit Perfume has a new single coming up, of course once again produced by capsule's Nakata Yasutaka. The song will be used on a TV spot promoting recycling on NHK, starting July 1st. The single will have a limited...
Posted on June 28, 2007 at 15:30. | Released on September 12, 2007
Suzuki Ami joins Nakata Yasutaka "Free Free / Supermusic Maker"
Following her recent album "Connetta" on which she joined Buffalo Daughter and Kaji Hideki, Suzuki Ami has a new single lined up together with Nakata Yasutaka (capsule). The single will be offered in two editions, a limited one containing a...
Posted on June 23, 2007 at 01:44. | Released on August 22, 2007
TV soundtrack "Liar Game"
This soundtrack to new manga-based TV drama "Liar Game" (Fuji TV), about to start on April 14, is produced by Nakata Yasutaka (capsule) and will be released on his label contemode in May. "Liar Game" airs on Fuji TV every...
Posted on April 2, 2007 at 17:48. | Released on May 23, 2007
dorlis × Nomiya Maki × Nakata Yasutaka feat. coba "Love ◎〇△▲ Derby" (Download)
Singer dorlis has a download-only track coming up, featuring Nomiya Maki, accordionist coba, and remixed by Nakata Yoshitaka (capsule)! This is the third of a series of collaboration tracks available for download at OnGen. The first featured Ōnishi Yukari and...
Posted on March 6, 2007 at 11:46. | Released on March 14, 2007
Inoue Marina "Beautiful Story"
Out last week is this single of the ending theme from anime TV series "getsumentoheiki Mi-na" (「月面兎兵器ミーナ」), produced by Nakata Yasutaka (capsule). The song is sung by voice actress Inoue Marina who has the leading role in the series. The...
Posted on February 27, 2007 at 12:07. | Released on February 21, 2007
Ram Rider "kimigasuki + Remix Tunes"
Ram Rider's next album(?) will include two new songs plus 8 remixes, including ones by artists such as Ishino Takkyu (Denki Groove), Nakata Yasutaka (capsule) and i-dep. One of the new songs is co-produced by Konishi Yasuharu! Ram Rider "kimigasuki...
Posted on February 13, 2007 at 16:53. | Released on April 11, 2007
Perfume "Fan Service [sweet]" (CD+DVD)
Nakata Yasutaka (capsule)-produced idol unit Perfume is back on Valentine's Day with a first CD single following the release of album "Complete Best". The CD holds two songs, one of these which had been previously released for download. A DVD...
Posted on February 6, 2007 at 14:41. | Released on February 14, 2007
Halcali "tōgenkyō / Lights, Camera. Action!"
Halcali have a new single lined-up, and the B-side is a house track arranged by Cubismo Grafico! This song is the opening theme for anime TV series "getsumentoheiki Mi-na" (「月面兎兵器ミーナ」), of which the ending theme is produced by Nakata Yasutaka...
Posted on January 9, 2007 at 22:10. | Released on March 14, 2007
capsule "Starry sky" (12")
About a month before their new album is released, capsule first has a 12" maxi single coming out. capsule "Starry sky" (12") A1. Starry sky B1. Reality B2. Sugarless GiRL contemode YCJC-10004 Out 12/13, ¥1365 Order: HMV, Tower Thanks to...
Posted on November 23, 2006 at 11:53. | Released on December 13, 2006
capsule "Sugarless GiRL"
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Posted on November 10, 2006 at 17:32. | Released on February 21, 2007
marino "lollipop"
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Posted on September 14, 2006 at 17:31. | Released on October 30, 2006
Oto 11th Anniversary Party
Shinjuku Oto will be host of one hell of a line-up for its 11th anniversary at the end of the month! With a live by Nomoto Karia and a bunch of the best DJs around, the place is sure to...
Posted on September 9, 2006 at 12:24. | Released on September 29, 2006
Various Artists "moe Techno poppuu"
Is it a first compilation that makes a genre "official"? If so, better watch out for 萌えテクノ ("moe techno")! With nearly 100,000 hits on Google (at time of writing) and this new compilation from the T4P indie label, the said...
Posted on August 4, 2006 at 16:49. | Released on September 6, 2006
Perfume "Perfume ~Complete Best~" (CD+DVD)
After many indies and major singles, Perfume will finally have an album released this summer! This is actually a collection of all previously released singles (including the indies ones, it seems), and also some new songs. All is produced by...
Posted on June 27, 2006 at 17:14. | Released on August 2, 2006
Perfume "Electro World"
Out just now is a new single by techno-pop idol unit Perfume, as always produced by capsule's Nakata Yasutaka. Perfume "Electro World" Perfume 「エレクトロ・ワールド」 1. Electro World 2. wonder2 Takuma TKCA-73017 Out 6/28, ¥1000 Order: Amazon, HMV, Tower, Amazon U.S....
Posted on June 27, 2006 at 16:29. | Released on June 28, 2006
Update: capsule
capsule "FRUITS CLiPPER" Track list and artwork added!...
Posted on April 12, 2006 at 00:55.
COPTER4016882 "2D2D"
Not enough contemode for your spring? Along with the new capsule and coltemonikha releases, there's also a new COPTER4016882 12-track album on its way! The unit's lead member Ukai Yasuhiro has also been active lately as part of the successful...
Posted on April 11, 2006 at 14:03. | Released on May 10, 2006
coltemonikha "coltemonikha"
Fashion designer Kate Sakai ("Kate" read in English, or Keito) of brand Colkinikha teams up with capsule's Nakata Yasutaka for this first mini-album of new unit coltemönikha (a mix of "contemode" and "colkinikha"). Samples at contemode's news page (click "詳細"...
Posted on April 10, 2006 at 10:52. | Released on May 17, 2006
capsule "FRUITS CLiPPER"
Follow-up to "L.D.K. Lounge Designers Killer" released last September, a new capsule album is coming this May! They promise a high level of dancefloor-oriented electro-club music. There will be a limited edition, contaning a CD-sized vinyl record holding the song...
Posted on March 26, 2006 at 23:26. | Released on May 10, 2006
capsule "Jelly" (12")
A new capsule vinyl-only single containing an extended mix of "jelly", song previously released on iTMS and which hit #1 in the electronic music chart, will be out in April. The B-side has two more brand new tracks. All or...
Posted on February 21, 2006 at 19:26. | Released on April 19, 2006
Game Soundtrack "Namco 'kotoba no Puzzle - Mojipittan daijiten' Original Soundtrack"
The soundtrack for Namco's PSP and PS2 word game "kotoba no Puzzle - Mojipittan daijiten" will contain the remixes by Nakata Yasutaka (capsule), Hayashibe Tomonori (Plus-tech Squeeze Box) and Akira Suzuki (Sonic Coaster Pop, Usagi-chang Records). MP3s of several songs,...
Posted on February 17, 2006 at 13:42. | Released on March 15, 2006
Update: capsule
capsule "L.D.K. Lounge Designers Killer" Track list added...
Posted on August 24, 2005 at 10:45.
capsule "Aeropolis" (12")
A 12" single will be released 2 weeks before the release of capsule's next album, "L.D.K. Lounge Designers Killer" capsule "Aeropolis" (12") A1. soratobu toshi keikaku A2. Lounge Designers Killer B1. twinkle twinkle poppp! contemode YCJC-10001 Out 9/7, ¥1365 Order:...
Posted on August 10, 2005 at 09:48. | Released on September 7, 2005
Update: capsule, Hazel Nuts Chocolate
capsule "L.D.K. Lounge Designers Killer" Artwork added Hazel Nuts Chocolate "Cute" Cute artwork added...
Posted on August 8, 2005 at 22:40.
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
capsule "L.D.K. Lounge Designers Killer"
A new capsule album is on the way! Now what's up with this creepy title?! Includes "sora tobu toshi keikaku", the song from the final short film of the Ghibli collaboration trilogy. capsule "L.D.K. Lounge Designers Killer" 1. sora tobu...
Posted on July 15, 2005 at 11:26. | Released on September 21, 2005
Update: capsule, Natsuki Mari
A few updates today... capsule "NEXUS-2060" Track list, artwork, 12" details, and link to audio samples. Natsuki Mari "sensō wa owatta" Artwork added....
Posted on January 9, 2005 at 23:59.
Update: FPM, capsule
A little update... Fantastic Plastic Machine "Sound Concierge" #501 and Annex "#502" changed to "Annex" and devoted to FPM remixes. Sub-titles added for both albums. Release date pushed back to 2/23. capsule "NEXUS-2060" Partial track list added. The album is...
Posted on January 6, 2005 at 17:15.
capsule "NEXUS-2060"
The next capsule album will be out in February, and will be a conceptual album about the universe's first space station resort completed in 2060(!). A vinyl edition, titled "space station No.9" (YCAC-10001, ¥1365) will be out on 2/2 and...
Posted on December 15, 2004 at 13:18. | Released on February 9, 2005
kotoba no Puzzle - Mojipittan daijiten
There's a word game of the Mojipittan series being released for Sony's PSP, the new portable game unit out 12/12, that will feature songs remixed by Nakata Yasutaka (Capsule), Hayashibe Tomonori (Plus-Tech Squeezebox) and Akira Suzuki (Sonic Coaster Pop). The...
Posted on November 29, 2004 at 00:08. | Released on December 12, 2004
Various Artists "Contemode V.A.2"
A second compilation of club/interior pop is coming from Contemode, compiled by capsule's Nakata Yasutaka and promising sounds yet more groovy and fashionable than ever. The album will feature capsule, Plus-Tech Squeeze Box, Kofta, Spaghetti Vabune!, Nagisa Cosmetic, dahlia, Hazel...
Posted on November 18, 2004 at 17:47. | Released on December 8, 2004
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
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
