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
Vanilla Beans "Afternoon a Go-Go" (Download)
Post-Shibuya-kei idol unit Vanilla Beans are back with a new song, this time download-only through iTunes and mobile phone site Recochoku. A sample be heard at Tokuma Japan (click the "WMP" link). Vanilla Beans "Afternoon a Go-Go" (Download) Tokuma TWEB-132...
Posted on August 30, 2008 at 01:26. | Released on August 27, 2008
Various Artists "Speed Racer Japan ~Mach GoGoGo Tribute~"
Anime series "Mach GoGoGo", known to the rest of the world as "Speed Racer", is being paid homage on this tribute album featuring Fantastic Plastic Machine, Halfby, Kaji Hideki, Kiiiiiii+DJ Codomo, Ishino Takkyū (Denki Groove, InK), Kawanabe Hiroshi (Tokyo No.1...
Posted on August 24, 2008 at 23:37. | Released on August 27, 2008
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
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
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
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
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
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
kayōkyoku bangaichi ~ Live & DJ event: arcorhyme live
arcorhyme, the unit of Takanami K-taro (ex-Pizzicato Five) and singer Nishimura Ikuyo, will take the lead at this kayōkyoku live event organized by Hotwax, celebrating the release of a related book sub-titled "Queen of Japanese Pops" . Also featured will...
Posted on July 22, 2008 at 14:43. | Released on July 25, 2008
Aira Mitsuki "Copy"
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Posted on July 16, 2008 at 00:35. | Released on September 3, 2008
Crystal Kay "One"
Mainstream R&B singer Crystal Kay (half-American half-Korean raised in Japan) has a new single coming up that will include remixes by Cornelius and also DexPistols! I'll spare you the details on the Pokemon limited edition that does not include the...
Posted on July 5, 2008 at 13:39. | Released on July 16, 2008
arcorhyme afternoon live at Grand Cru (vol.5)
This month will be held the 5th edition of arcorhyme's early afternoon monthly show at Après-midi Grand Cru, the pasta and wine restaurant located below Café Après-midi. There will be two free sets with different songs. Charge is free, so...
Posted on July 3, 2008 at 15:04. | Released on July 20, 2008
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
bridge: Iwamura Manabu free afternoon DJ
There will be a free afternoon DJ party next weekend in Aoyama, with Iwamura Manabu (Readymade) and Matsumoto Koichi (Le3, ex-Soul Bossa Trio). The venue has a large window and an outdoor space, which should feel very good on a...
Posted on June 28, 2008 at 13:04. | Released on July 6, 2008
Yunoki Ryūichirō "Nevaeva", Aida Shigekazu "So It Goes"
Yunoki Ryūichirō (El-Malo) has a first solo album just out. The song "Summer Phase" features Cornelius, and it can currently be heard on YouTube. At the same time is released another solo album, by El-Malo band-mate Aida Shigekazu. Find details...
Posted on June 28, 2008 at 00:50. | Released on June 18, 2008
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
Various Artists "JANT."
Featured are mostly previously released songs by Nomoto Karia, Qypthone, Nakatsuka Takeshi, Groove Unchant (new track), April Set, Le3, Bond Expo '60 feat. Pecombo, and more. Various Artists "JANT." 1. Bougain Ville-A / kimi to Drive 2. Bond Expo '60...
Posted on June 23, 2008 at 13:26. | Released on June 21, 2008
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
EeL "keep making fun of me" (Download)
EeL has a new single out with 3 brand new tracks. Featured producers are Ito Hidenobu, Elegant Ferry and DJ Vivienne Kanye Westwood (drummer of Harajyuku Sisters). Included is an a cappella version of the title track, to be used...
Posted on June 13, 2008 at 11:27. | Released on June 12, 2008
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
arcorhyme afternoon live at Grand Cru (vol.4)
For the 4th month in a row, arcorhyme will play an early afternoon show at Après-midi Grand Cru, the pasta and wine restaurant located below Café Après-midi. There will be two free sets with different songs. Charge is free, so...
Posted on June 11, 2008 at 15:00. | Released on June 15, 2008
Various Artists "We Love Cyndi -Tribute to Cyndi Lauper-"
This new Cyndi Lauper tribute album will feature tracks by Chara with Hanaregumi, Tommy February6, Puffy and more. Various Artists "We Love Cyndi -Tribute to Cyndi Lauper-" 1. Chara feat. Hanaregumi / Time After Time 2. Tommy February6 / All...
Posted on June 9, 2008 at 16:45. | Released on July 23, 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
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
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
bice "kanaerarenai koi no tame ni"
It has been 6 years since singer-songwriter bice's previous album, "let love be your destiny" (2002). Now she's back with a new album to be release on Konishi Yasuharu's columbia*readymade label. Make no mistake though, all songs were written (music/lyrics)...
Posted on May 27, 2008 at 13:35. | Released on July 23, 2008
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
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
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
arcorhyme afternoon live at Grand Cru (vol.3)
For the 3rd month, arcorhyme will play at Après-midi Grand Cru, the pasta and wine restaurant located below Café Après-midi. There will be two free sets with different songs. Charge is free, so come early and have a pleasant lunch...
Posted on May 15, 2008 at 17:50. | Released on May 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
Eco-Beauty Style: Nomiya Maki special talk
Part of an Eco-Beauty Style exhibition, Nomiya Maki will give a talk about her ways to be "eco" all while wearing high-heels. It's a good opportunity to get a close look and learn a few eco-friendly tips. Entrance is free,...
Posted on May 13, 2008 at 17:04. | Released on May 21, 2008
Konishi Yasuharu × Tokiwa Hibiki "itsumo Record no koto bakari kangaeteiru hito no tame ni." (Book)
His column book is just out, and here's another book from Konishi Yasuharu! This time it's not words, but 1500 record jackets selected by himself and designer Tokiwa Hibiki (TMVG), also an avid record collector. From rare records to ones...
Posted on May 9, 2008 at 14:12. | Released on May 22, 2008
Hosono Haruomi & The World Shyness "08.04.22 @ Billboard Live TYO"
2 songs from the recent April 22 show that Harry Hosono & The World Shyness gave at Billboard Live Tokyo have been made available on iTunes Music Store Japan. Both songs are self-covers of Hosono works. The band features Hosono...
Posted on May 9, 2008 at 11:21. | Released on May 9, 2008
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
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
Marxy "Forty Years From Now"
Marxy, an American artist based in Tokyo, has a 2nd album out now! One track features singer U.T from Kiiiiiii. Having loved his previous album "Kyoshu Nostalgia", which sounded to me like Cornelius meets the Beatles, I can't wait to...
Posted on May 7, 2008 at 15:20. | Released on May 6, 2008
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
Various Artists "P-K-P-K"
This compilation focusing on the "picopico" indies scene will include songs by Aprils ("Cosmo '80s" previously released on "Space Dream Bathroom"), Sweet Vacation, Sexy-Synthesizer, Tongari Kids, tofubeats and more. It will be sold only at Tower Records. Various Artists "P-K-P-K"...
Posted on May 2, 2008 at 13:42. | Released on May 15, 2008
Various Artists "World Standard.07 -A Tatsuo Sunaga Live Mix-"
You could say this is Sunaga Tatsuo's first real "World Standard" mix in 2½ years (not counting "06" that only consisted of his own works, and the recent "Wada Akiko"). Various Artists "World Standard.07 -A Tatsuo Sunaga Live Mix-" (Title/Artist)...
Posted on May 2, 2008 at 09:51. | Released on June 18, 2008
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
The 30th Anniversary of NYLON100%
Celebrating the 30th anniversary of NYLON100%, a café/bar that was located in Shibuya from the late 70's throughout the 80's (now defunct) and had an important place in Japan's punk and new wave scene, a bunch of artists from the...
Posted on May 1, 2008 at 13:44. | Released on July 9, 2008
Paradise Yamamoto Manbonsai exhibition
Paradise Yamamoto (Tokyo Panorama Mambo Boys) is currently exhibiting over 50 Manbonsai works, on display for free at Takashimaya in Nihonbashi. Also held at the same place are other exhibitions of all sorts of things under themes of "art", "craft"...
Posted on May 1, 2008 at 13:22. | Released on May 1, 2008
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
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
Ino Hidefumi "Serendipity" (7")
Fender Rhodes player Ino Hidefumi, whose first album "Satisfaction" is still a top seller to this day, has a new 7" coming up. This is said to be a cut from an upcoming 2nd album being planned for June! Clear...
Posted on April 28, 2008 at 11:33. | Released on May 4, 2008
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
Vanilla Beans "Nicola"
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Posted on April 18, 2008 at 14:42. | Released on May 21, 2008
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
Fujisawa Shiho "Happy Hour" Release Party
Girl DJ/trackmaker Fujisawa Shiho (MySpace) offers us this release party to celebrate her first album "Happy Hour"! Featured will be a live show with 5 female vocalists from the album, with support from Yoshida TetsutoReadymade)-->, Iwaya Shigeru (Groovy Sauce), Ishigaki...
Posted on April 14, 2008 at 16:36. | Released on May 4, 2008
arcorhyme afternoon live at Grand Cru (vol.2)
This month again, arcorhyme will play 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, so come early and have a pleasant...
Posted on April 14, 2008 at 14:42. | Released on April 20, 2008
Halcali free live at Tokyo Midtown
Halcali will play a free live show outdoors at Tokyo Midtown, part of a "Midtown Show Case" series. The show is free, so just go! Midtown Show Case: Halcali free live on 5/4 (Sunday) at Tokyo Midtown Plaza (in front...
Posted on April 10, 2008 at 12:30. | Released on May 4, 2008
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
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
IDF "Live @ FIL"
Fender Rhodes player Ino Hidefumi's next CD release is of his acoustic session unit IDF with Kojima Daisuke (DSK, Port of Notes) and Fujiwara Hiroshi. The songs are covers of 80's hits. The last 2 tracks are studio recordings while...
Posted on April 7, 2008 at 13:29. | Released on May 2, 2008
C-C-B "Romantic wa tomerarenai"
80's band C-C-B, most famous for their hit song "Romantic ga tomaranai" (translates to "'Romantic' doesn't stop") and their falsetto voice drummer, is back this year with a new album! This is their first since 1988. It contains a new...
Posted on April 4, 2008 at 10:13. | Released on April 30, 2008
Music Jacket Gallery 2008 + Shindō Mitsuo "fukuwauchi" exhibition
Entertainment Package Award presents a free exhibition of record jackets, currently touring other cities and stopping by Tokyo from April 9. Only in Tokyo is also shown a calligraphy exhibition by graphic designer Shindō Mitsuo (C.T.P.P), part of which will...
Posted on April 2, 2008 at 13:37. | Released on April 9, 2008
Pure Pop Fes vol.1
A bunch of great indie-pop units will share a stage in Shimokitazawa: future guitar pop band Aprils who recently made the soundtrack for animated film "kaede Newtown", Hazel Nuts Chocolate who is said to have plenty of new songs as...
Posted on March 31, 2008 at 16:44. | Released on April 26, 2008
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
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
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
Various Artists "Joyful Grooves!: Exceed"
This all-genre club jazz compilation, while focusing on foreign artists, includes tracks by Japanese club artists Sindbad, Halfby, Fujisawa Shiho and Boot Beat. Various Artists "Joyful Grooves!: Exceed" オムニバス 「ジョイフル・グルーヴス! イクシード」 1. Don't Take It Too Hard 2. Eastside Connection...
Posted on March 21, 2008 at 11:41. | Released on March 21, 2008
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
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
Various Artists "Happy Holidays! by commmons"
Sakamoto Ryūichi's label commmons brings us a compilation of calm songs, acoustic and then some, selected from its growing catalog. Included are songs with Minekawa Takako, Kahimi Karie, and lots more. This is a special label sampler sold only at...
Posted on March 19, 2008 at 15:09. | Released on April 16, 2008
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
Various Artists "mōshiwake nai to From Akasaka Urban Mix" / "Idol Mix"
Regular club party Mōshiwake Night's DJ team has put together these two mix CDs, under "Urban" and "Idol" themes, totaling 100 songs! Each CD features two DJs selecting a dozen tracks in turn. Those selectors are DJ Mitsy, Uta Maru...
Posted on March 10, 2008 at 17:21. | Released on April 16, 2008
Various Artists "No More Heroes Sound Tracks: Dark Side"
This remix album of music from the Wii game "No More Heroes" will feature artists such as 6955 and Hondalady. Various Artists "No More Heroes Sound Tracks: Dark Side" 1. Yoshioka Taku Squad / It's kill or be killed mix...
Posted on March 10, 2008 at 16:04. | Released on March 14, 2008
Itsco "Its"
Itsco (MySpace) is a newcomer, having just debuted in January with a single titled "Water Lily" written by TGMX (Scafull King, Frontier Backyard, Cubismo Grafico Five), and she has a first album coming up. Most songs are written and produced...
Posted on March 6, 2008 at 13:56. | Released on April 16, 2008
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
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
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
Kimura Kaela "+1"
Kimura Kaela has a new album coming up. She says that with this one she wanted to show a bit of a new wave side. Aside from the great Ishino Takkyū track "Jasper" are included collaborations with Mito (Clammbon), De...
Posted on February 27, 2008 at 18:10. | Released on April 2, 2008
Music Japan presents Nomiya Maki live in Shibuya
Nomiya Maki will perform a free acoustic show at Apple Store Shibuya next week! She will be accompanied by Kikuchi Naruyoshi, musical director of her upcoming "Recital vol.2 ~ Eleganceholic". The show will be recorded for a "Live in Shibuya"...
Posted on February 26, 2008 at 11:34. | Released on March 6, 2008
Ino Hidefumi "Ino Hidefumi Live Set" (DVD)
Fender Rhodes player Ino Hidefumi's first live show in Tokyo (live report) is being released on DVD! The show was held last year on March 31, and featured Fujiwara Hiroshi (guitar, vocals) and Konishi Yasuharu (bass) as special guests, although...
Posted on February 21, 2008 at 13:57. | Released on April 11, 2008
OnePeace "umi no mieru machi (from 'Kiki's Delivery Service')" (7")
This track from the great "kirakira Ghibli" compilation is being released on 7" via Jet Set. The B-side is a previously unreleased acoustic version. Both tracks are already available on iTunes Music Store. --> OnePeace "umi no mieru machi (from...
Posted on February 19, 2008 at 11:00. | Released on February 20, 2008
Nomiya Maki "Elegance chūdoku girigiri no onnatachi" (Book)
Nomiya Maki has a new book coming, actually a hard copy of her popular "Tokyo Sex and the City" column on her web site (in the living room of her "château de la mode"). The monthly column consists of herself...
Posted on February 18, 2008 at 17:52. | Released on February 23, 2008
Anime Soundtrack "hakaba Kitarō"
The original soundtrack for anime "hakaba Kitarō" (Graveyard Kitarō), featuring characters of "gegege no Kitarō", is coming out. It contains TV versions of the Denki Groove songs "Mononoke Dance" and "Yūrakuchō de tokemashō", both out recently on a single of...
Posted on February 18, 2008 at 14:38. | Released on March 19, 2008
"'Death Note × Death Note the Last name × L change the WorLd' Original Soundtrack Triple Club Re-mix"
This remix album of music from the three films inspired from the "Death Note" manga (Wikipedia) will feature Iwamura Manabu, Akakage, Fukutomi Yukihiro, Jazztronik, Ken Ishii, DJ Maar (Dexpistols) and more. Official release page with some audio samples Original Soundtrack...
Posted on February 13, 2008 at 14:06. | Released on February 27, 2008
Konishi Yasuharu "boku wa sanpo to zatsugaku ga suki datta." (Book)
Readymade's Konishi Yasuharu (ex-Pizzicato Five) is not only a songwriter and producer, but also a writer. He contributes columns to lots of magazines and books, about music and any other topic. This new book collects his columns from 1993 to...
Posted on February 13, 2008 at 13:12. | Released on March 7, 2008
Port of Notes free in-store live shows
Crue-L band Port of Notes will play free in-store shows at Tower Records Shinjuku and Shibuya, in promotion of their just out greatest hits album "Blue Arpeggio". Port of Notes free in-store live shows on 2/15 (Friday) at Tower Records...
Posted on February 12, 2008 at 13:39. | Released on February 22, 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
Emi Kawano Trio "Rainy Day" (12")
Jazz pianist and singer-songwriter Kawano Emi brings us this first swinging release, produced by young jazz DJ Miura Makoto (aka Monsieur Mieurax) and released on his label Comedy Tonight. This contains 4 brilliant original female-vocal jazz songs written by Emi...
Posted on February 8, 2008 at 00:13. | Released on November 22, 2007
Towa Tei "N705i" (Download)
Towa Tei made the music for the new DoCoMo mobile phone N705i designed by amadana, his brother Shūwa Tei's brand. The song comes pre-loaded on the handset that went on sale on February 1st, but will also be available from...
Posted on February 7, 2008 at 18:04. | Released on February 13, 2008
Yumin Horibe "First Chic"
Horibe Yūmin is a young DJ and organizer of Tokyo regular party "Joke". He recently contributed tracks to the vinyl compilations "Christmas Will Be Just Another Lovely Day" and "Joke Collection 01", and now he's offering us a first mix...
Posted on February 5, 2008 at 10:58. | Released on January 30, 2008
Denki Groove "J-POP"
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Posted on February 1, 2008 at 11:32. | Released on April 2, 2008
Karly "blink: Nike+ Original Run" (Download)
Nomoto Karia is back, under her pseudonym Karly, with a surprise release of brand new instrumental electro/techno tracks that she made for the Nike+ project! The songs are sold only on iTunes (Japan only?). She says that she also did...
Posted on January 30, 2008 at 13:30. | Released on January 30, 2008
