akiko "Collage"
Jazz singer akiko, who has been produced by Sunaga Tatsuo and Konishi Yasuharu, has a self-selected greatest hits album coming out. It will include a few previously unreleased tracks. The limited edition will include a mini photo book. akiko "Collage"...
Posted on March 22, 2006 at 15:51. | Released on April 5, 2006
Fantastic Plastic Machine "Imaginations" (12")
DJs, this 12" EP containing 4 tracks from Fantastic Plastic Machine's latest album "Imaginations" will contain extended mixes of "don't you know?" and "paparuwa". Fantastic Plastic Machine "Imaginations" (12") 1. don't you know? feat. Clazziquai Project (12" Extended Mix) 2....
Posted on March 22, 2006 at 15:30. | Released on March 30, 2006
Various Artists "Sunaga Tatsuo no yoru Jazz: Jazz Allnighters No.4"
Next up from Sunaga Tatsuo's "All nighters"/「夜ジャズ」 series is a collection of tracks from major label Toshiba EMI. Various Artists "Sunaga Tatsuo yoru Jazz: Jazz Allnighters No.4" オムニバス 「須永辰緒の夜ジャズ～Jazz Allnighters №4～」 (aka "Special Jazz Alnighters") (aka "EMI Edition") 1. Samba...
Posted on March 22, 2006 at 15:18. | Released on May 17, 2006
Various Artists "World Standard Schema"
Record banchō Sunaga Tatsuo teams up with Italian label Schema to deliver this mix CD featuring one new song by Sunaga t̀ Experience! Various Artists "World Standard Schema" 1. P. Fedreghini & M. Bianchi / You Are A Star-Shining Star...
Posted on March 22, 2006 at 14:27. | Released on March 31, 2006
Pizzicato Five "Pizzicato Five CUT UP" (Download)
Probably mostly (if not only) tracks that will appear on the May-released "5 minutes of pizzicato five", but for those who can't wait these will be available on iTunes Music Store Japan and other download sites by the end of...
Posted on March 20, 2006 at 16:47. | Released on March 29, 2006
Pizzicato Five "pizzicato five we dig you"
This Pizzicato Five mix album will feature 5 minutes anything-goes P5 cut-up mixes by Sunaga Tatsuo, Tokiwa Hibiki, cubismo grafico, Yoshida Tetsuto, Handsomeboy Technique (who made his track's length 5:24!), Halfby, Boot Beat, Kawanishi Suguru... No need to mark your...
Posted on March 16, 2006 at 11:32. | Released on May 24, 2006
"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
Struggle For Pride "You Bark We Bite"
The first full album by hardcore punk band Struggle For Pride will be produced by Illicit Tsuboi and feature Kahimi Karie among other guests such as Kan & 麻暴 (MSC), Abraham Cross, S-One The Gangsta (Scramble Crossing), Tera-P & D.O...
Posted on March 14, 2006 at 11:38. | Released on May 17, 2006
Puffy 10th Anniversary Exhibition
There will be a restrospective exhibition of Puffy's career in celebration of their debut 10th anniversary. A special Web site has also been opened at puffy10.com. Puffy 10th Anniversary 【PUFFY10展】 at LaForet Harajuku Museum 6th floor Date: 4/7 (Friday) to...
Posted on March 14, 2006 at 11:03. | Released on April 7, 2006
Cornelius "toner" (Sound & Recording magazine)
To celebrate its issue #300, magazine Sound & Recording will include a bonus DVD containing a video directed by Takagi Masakatsu for brand new Cornelius song "toner"! Sound & Recording April 2006 (No.300) Includes bonus DVD of Cornelius song "toner"...
Posted on March 8, 2006 at 12:26. | Released on March 15, 2006
InK "C-46"
After TakBam, Okamura to Takkyū and Denki Groove × Scha Dara Parr, Ishino Takkyū's new collaboration unit is with Kawanabe Hiroshi of Tokyo No.1 Soul Set, and the name is InK (surely stands for "Ishino and Kawanabe")! Their sound is...
Posted on March 7, 2006 at 13:09. | Released on April 26, 2006
Update: Pizzicato Five
Pizzicato Five "we love you", "I love you" + 15 re-releases All artwork added! Simple and uniform design, and indeed those will look great when all dsplayed together!...
Posted on February 24, 2006 at 15:59.
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
Update: Pizzicato Five, "kui tan"
Pizzicato Five "pizzicato five I love you" "The world without you" and "Stars" on the Konishi Yasuharu-selected compilation are actually new remixes by himself! TV soundtrack "kui tan Soundtracks : Remixed" Artwork added! Design by Konishi Yasuharu. By the way,...
Posted on February 21, 2006 at 18:18.
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
p&art sasanoooha "p&art Music EP" (12")
A vinyl EP by p&art sasanoooha is coming very soon! It will contain 4 tracks from the latest album /mt/agenda/2005/10/24_002570.php">"p&art Music", including the great breakbeats cover of "Dancing Queen", plus a bonus vinyl-only cover of "Sentimental Journey". p&art sasanoooha "p&art...
Posted on February 10, 2006 at 15:47. | Released on February 28, 2006
Flin Flon "Dixie" + "Dixie (Version)" (12") + Bossanova "Hey, Sugar"
I'm terribly excited about Flin Flon's upcoming 3rd album, titled "Dixie". It's coming out on Teenbeat in two editions, the regular CD and a "version" LP. The version LP for previous album "Boo Boo" surely kicked ass, and this will...
Posted on February 8, 2006 at 12:21. | Released on March 21, 2006
Elektel at Apple Store Shibuya
Elektel will be playing a free live show at Apple Store Shibuya. Whether you can make it or not, check out their great latest album "Bit Stream Lounge". Elektel live at Apple Store Shibuya Live: Elektel with guests: Kushibiki Sayaka,...
Posted on February 6, 2006 at 23:53. | Released on March 12, 2006
Maki Rinka "What Girls Want For A Man!"
A double remix 7" by Osaka club scene singer Maki Rinka is being released by Moodsville Records as the 3rd installment of their popular EP series of which the first two were Qypthone and Riez!. Remixers are none other than...
Posted on January 25, 2006 at 17:17. | Released on February 10, 2006
Update: Pizzicato Five
Pizzicato Five "meikyokushū", "Best" + 15 re-releases Details added regarding the two greatest hits albums. Also more details about the re-releases, which will contain the same songs as originally, though artwork has all been redesigned (artwork has yet to be...
Posted on January 22, 2006 at 17:16.
YMCK live at Apple Store Ginza
YMCK, who use an iBook and Logic to create their 8-bit sounds, will play a free live show at Apple Store Ginza. YMCK live at Apple Store Ginza on 2/4 (Saturday) Place: Apple Store Ginza Price: Free! Starts at 19:00...
Posted on January 20, 2006 at 10:48. | Released on February 4, 2006
Buffalo Daughter "Euphorica" (SACD Hybrid)
Buffalo Daughter's 5th album has been announced for release. Like their previous release "Pshychic" , it will be a CD/SACD hybrid disc. Buffalo Daughter "Euphorica" (SACD Hybrid) 1. Mutating (5:02) 2. Beautiful You (4:28) 3. Peace (4:39) 4. Sometime Lover...
Posted on January 13, 2006 at 14:47. | Released on April 2, 2006
Pizzicato Five "we love you", "I love you" + 15 re-releases
A 5th anniversary of the break-up can't go without a bang... As you can see below, most of Pizzicato Five's Columbia catalog is being re-released on the new columbia*readymade label. Pay particular attention to the two new greatest hits albums...
Posted on January 13, 2006 at 14:28. | Released on March 31, 2006
Denki Groove × Scha Dara Parr "The Last Gigs" (DVD)
The final release of the collaboration unit Denki Groove × Scha Dara Parr is to be a DVD of the live show they gave at Summer Sonic 05. Included are the two videos for Twilight previously featured on the album's...
Posted on January 13, 2006 at 14:04. | Released on April 5, 2006
Zin-say! "Zin-say! Nagomu Collection"
I was really waiting for this one! Part of legendary indies label Nagomu's re-issue series, Zin-say!'s turn has finally come! Zin-say! was a pre-Denki Groove unit featuring Ishino Takkyū, Pierre Taki and friends. The concept involved simple new wave melodies,...
Posted on January 13, 2006 at 13:13. | Released on March 23, 2006
Harvard "Talkin & Loud"
This is Harvard's 3rd album, including a few new versions of songs previously released on "Lesson" and "Oracle". There's yet another album planned for release this year. Harvard "Talkin & Loud" 1. Loud Lovesong 2. Mad Gemma 3. Back to...
Posted on January 12, 2006 at 16:28. | Released on March 2, 2006
Readymade × Mary: 2006 Valentine's original CD set
Now this has got to be the ultimate Valentine's Day gift for any Readymade lover. This special box of nine rose-flavored square chocolates by Mary was designed by Readymade boss Hasebe Chisai, and the box contains a compilation CD of...
Posted on January 11, 2006 at 10:28. | Released on February 14, 2006
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
"'Peanuts' Original Soundtrack"
The soundtrack for film "Peanuts" about a doomed baseball team will consist of music by Rocketman (aka Fukawa Ryō) with Umebori Atsushi. Fukawa Ryō also stars in the movie as part of the team. "'Peanuts' Original Soundtrack" 「『ピーナッツ』オリジナル・サウンドトラック」 1. Main...
Posted on December 30, 2005 at 20:01. | Released on January 25, 2006
News: Columbia Readymade
Important news today for fans of Readymade and Konishi Yasuharu! Columbia and Konishi Yasuharu are back together with a new label, Columbia Readymade (different from the old ********* records), of which the first artist is Nomoto Karia. The first release...
Posted on December 30, 2005 at 19:02.
"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
Fantastic Plastic Machine "Imaginations"
FPM's 5th album is coming very soon! The album will include the song "Tell Me (feat. Benjamin Diamond)" previously released on vinyl, and also feature guest artists Tahiti 80, Clazziquai Project, Bonnie Pink and more. The design is done by...
Posted on December 22, 2005 at 16:01. | Released on February 22, 2006
"Steam kakarichō: owarai geinin vs. kakarichō hen" (DVD)
A first DVD of the late night 3-minute computer graphics TV series Steam kakarichō (English title "Steam Head"), putting a bored salaryman in frustrating situations, has been planned for release! The DVD will at least contain episodes featuring comedians including...
Posted on December 22, 2005 at 14:16. | Released on March 10, 2006
Update: YMCK, "Maison de Chocola"
YMCK "Family Racing" Important details on a bonus remix CD-R that will be only available with the regular edition (in selected shops)! If you were going to get the dot's limited edition, you may want to think again. On the...
Posted on December 19, 2005 at 13:24.
News: FPM
While it's not yet time for a release announcement, I feel I should pass on this bit of early info about Fantastic Plastic Machine's upcoming 5th album, straight from his blog. The album's recording and mastering is now completed, and...
Posted on December 16, 2005 at 15:00.
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
Stereolab "Fab Four Suture"
Finally, Stereolab are back with a brand new album! The album is to contain 12 tracks, 6 previously released on three limited 7" singles last September, and 6 to be released on three new 7" singles released on the same...
Posted on December 12, 2005 at 10:48. | Released on March 6, 2006
Various Artists "We Are Escalator Records part 7 mixed by Harvard"
The 7th installment of the "We Are Escalator Records" series of mix CDs from Escalator Records will be mixed once again by Harvard, who were also responsible for "Part 4". A flyer accompanying the "Henry" compilation hints that there may...
Posted on December 7, 2005 at 21:48. | Released on January 11, 2006
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
Ino Hidefumi "Just the two of us / Pillow talk" (7")
Fender Rhodes player Ino Hidefumi is back with a 3rd 7" single. This time he covers Grover Washington Jr. & Bill Withers' "Just the two of us" and Sylvia's "Pillow talk". A must buy! Also don't miss his contribution to...
Posted on November 11, 2005 at 09:56. | Released on November 11, 2005
Update: Halcali, akiko
Halcali "Tip Taps Top" Track list added akiko "Little Miss Jazz And Jive" Various Artists "akiko presents: Rockin' Doo Wop Jump & Jive" There will be limited edition cardboard sleeves for these two releases, so buy early! akiko "I Want...
Posted on November 6, 2005 at 15:10.
YeLLOW Generation "Dual"
There will be a new YeLLOW Generation single of which the title track is arranged by Konishi Yasuharu. The song is being used as opening theme for anime Ginban Grade Scope. There will be a limited edition. YeLLOW Generation "Dual"...
Posted on November 1, 2005 at 15:11. | Released on December 7, 2005
Various Artists "Maison de Chocola"
Konishi Yasuharu, who produced the Nomoto Karia-sung opening and ending themes to anime series "Sugar Sugar Rune", has written music, arranged and produced an "image album" for the series. While not used in the series itself, the songs were inspired...
Posted on November 1, 2005 at 14:48. | Released on December 28, 2005
European Autumn Festival in Hibiya
Konishi Yasuharu can be caught DJing outdoors at the European Autumn Festival in Hibiya on November 12 and 13. He will play a total of 6 sets of "European music", 30 minutes each. He must be getting a kick of...
Posted on October 31, 2005 at 11:35. | Released on November 12, 2005
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
Techno Kayō Night #3
8-bits, the selector unit behind the successful "Techno Kayō" CD compilation series, have announced they will host a 100% techno kayō night in Kōenji! In addition to the three, Nagata Kazunao will also be DJing. A very rare occasion! Techno...
Posted on October 17, 2005 at 00:26. | Released on November 12, 2005
Kiiiiiii "Kiiiiiii Vol.1 EP" (7")
Drums+vocals+α girl punk pop band Kiiiiiii has a first 7" coming out on Tokyo record shop chain Coconuts Disk's brand new label. The 7" will be packed with 4 whole songs and features DJ codomo. The release will be available...
Posted on October 13, 2005 at 10:43. | Released on November 27, 2005
Nagisa Yōko "Hey You!"
Update (2006/3/24): The CD has been re-released on March 22, and the information below has been updated. Update (2005/12/23): This CD was apparently withdrawn a few days after release for an unknown reason. It is now a very rare item,...
Posted on October 7, 2005 at 14:31. | Released on March 22, 2006
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
Halcali "Tip Taps Tip"
Halcali is back with a new single after a label switch over to Epic Records. The single is produced by their usual O.T.F. (members of Rip Slyme), (<- sorry, this was a mistake!) and at least the title track is...
Posted on October 5, 2005 at 14:05. | Released on December 7, 2005
Crue-L Grand Orchestra "Psycho Piano (Prins Thomas Remix)" (12"/CD)
A great instrumental piano track from "Crue-L Grand Orchestra II" , remixed by Norwegian label Feedelity's Prins Thomas, will be released as a single. "Psycho Piano" is an obvious word play on Museum of Plate pianist Tsukamoto Saiko-Lee's name. Out...
Posted on October 4, 2005 at 17:23. | Released on November 1, 2005
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
Shaolin Kyonshi
In the mid-80's, Japan saw a phoenomena so-called "kyonshi boom", kyonshi referring to the Chinese zombies who jump with their hands forward. Now it's official, the kyonshi boom is back! There are boxed sets coming out, the popular Ten Ten...
Posted on September 30, 2005 at 11:21. | Released on November 12, 2005
Tei Towa "Flasher"
Following his latest album "Flash", Tei Towa has a remix/compilation album coming out soon. The album is not expected to only contain remixes, but also apparently "Flash"-inspired original tracks by other artists. Featured artists will include Atom™, Grant Nelson, Joey...
Posted on September 20, 2005 at 14:40. | Released on November 23, 2005
Various Artists "Shōwa Dance Party @ Ikenoue Koan" (7"+2x12")
Finally, the promised vinyl edition of the great compilation of Shōwa-era rare groove, "Moodsville Presents Shōwa Dance Party @ Ikenoue Koan", is coming soon! One 7" on Readymade, one 12" on Moodsville, and another on Ballroom Record (which wasn't a...
Posted on September 16, 2005 at 10:35. | Released on October 12, 2005
akiko "I Want You To Be My Baby"
This release has been cancelled. This low-priced single will be preceding the release of akiko's Konishi-san produced cover album. akiko "I Want You To Be My Baby" Verve UCCJ-5003 Out 11/9, ¥500 Order: HMV, Tower (Track list and artwork to...
Posted on September 15, 2005 at 13:18.
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
Puffy "Hi Hi"
The theme song of Puffy's U.S. animation series "Hi Hi Puffy Amiyumi" is coming out as a single, including a Konishi Yasuharu remix! The single will first be released as a limited edition including a sticker. Puffy "Hi Hi" 1....
Posted on September 13, 2005 at 10:22. | Released on November 16, 2005
Second Royal presents Freaky!: Halfby "Green Hours" Release Party
November will see the release of Halfby's first full-length album "Green Hours", and excellent Kyoto label Second Royal will be hosting a release party in Tokyo on October 1st! The album will be on sale at the event, a few...
Posted on September 12, 2005 at 14:22. | Released on October 1, 2005
Macdonald Duck Eclair "The Genesis Songbook"
Macdonald Duck Eclair are back this fall with a second album, successor to "short short" . According to Usagi-chang Records's description (and confirmed by what I heard recently), they now have a sound more electro-punk and rockish than before. When...
Posted on September 9, 2005 at 17:49. | Released on November 16, 2005
Various Artists "akiko presents: Rockin' Doo Wop Jump & Jive"
Released at the same time as her new cover album, akiko also selected favorite jive tracks for this compilation. There will be a cardboard jacket limited edition. Buy early! Various Artists "akiko presents: Rockin' Doo Wop Jump & Jive" 1....
Posted on September 9, 2005 at 17:31. | Released on November 23, 2005
akiko "Little Miss Jazz And Jive"
Jazz vocalist akiko's next release will be a cover album of jump'n'jive songs, produced by none other than Konishi Yasuharu. Also check out her albums "Mood Swings" and "Mood Indigo" both beautifully produced by Sunaga Tatsuo. There will be a...
Posted on September 9, 2005 at 17:30. | Released on November 23, 2005
Hatori Miho "Ecdysis"
Ex-Cibo Matto vocalist Hatori Miho, who has kept herself busy over the past years doing some releases and shows with her bossa nova unit Smokey & Miho (together with Smokey, best known as Beck's studio and tour guitarist), has a...
Posted on September 1, 2005 at 13:14. | Released on October 21, 2005
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
classico: solange et delphine live
Fine indies soft rock band solange et delphine will be doing a first live show in over a year! The show will be held at Shimokitazawa's mona records. Don't expect an in-store type of event though, as Mona Records apparently...
Posted on August 31, 2005 at 11:08. | Released on September 10, 2005
Update: Readymade Digs Classics
Various Artists "Readymade Digs Classics" Track list added (still missing artist names) (completed 8/26 10:32)...
Posted on August 25, 2005 at 15:09.
Alien vs. Vanessa Paradis
French wacky horror/comedy film "Atomik Circus: Le retour de James Bataille" seems to be very good, compared by many to Peter Jackson's classic "Bad Taste", and it's coming to Japan in November. Watch out for the horrible Japanese title though:...
Posted on August 25, 2005 at 11:43. | Released on October 15, 2005
Update: capsule
capsule "L.D.K. Lounge Designers Killer" Track list added...
Posted on August 24, 2005 at 10:45.
Matsudaira Ken "Matsuken Samba III"
This year again, Matsuken is back with a new single, you guessed it: "Matsuken Samba III"! No doubt very soon it will be heard everywhere you go. The single comes in both limited and regular editions, and includes a remix...
Posted on August 19, 2005 at 10:46. | Released on September 14, 2005
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
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.
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
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
Cubi+TGMX+Miniflex "Garage Land"
Cubismo Grafico, TGMX and Miniflex have a new release coming up. The concept is a compilation of the three units featuring nothing but songs made using the Mac software GarageBand. Cubi+TGMX+Miniflex "Garage Land" 1. Still Punk Steel Pan / Cubismo...
Posted on August 8, 2005 at 15:05. | Released on September 28, 2005
Takimi Kenji at Apple Store Shibuya
Apple Store Shibuya finally opened last weekend, making hundreds wait in line for T-shirts. In my case, the best thing about this new store is that it will bring more free music acts and such in a place more accessible...
Posted on August 8, 2005 at 10:28. | Released on August 12, 2005
Usagi-chang Night Fever!! vol.0003
This year again, Usagi-chang Records will have its summer event at Shinjuku Marz. The all night event will feature all active Usagi-chang artists, including MissWonda who has a first album out on 8/17, and also many friends. I won't miss...
Posted on July 15, 2005 at 18:03. | Released on August 27, 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
Stereolab "Kybernetická Babička", "Plastic Mile", "Interlock" (7")
Three brand new 7" singles are coming from Stereolab in September, first new works since hooking up with label Too Pure. The songs will also be available for download. Stereolab "Kybernetická Babička" (7") 1. Kybernetická Babička pt 1 2. Kybernetická...
Posted on July 14, 2005 at 18:03. | Released on September 12, 2005
Update: Hazel Nuts Chocolate, m-flo
Hazel Nuts Chocolate "Cute" Track list added m-flo "Beat Space Nine" Title added, will feature Lisa (ex-m-flo)...
Posted on July 14, 2005 at 13:42.
Nomiya Maki "Pink no kokoro"
First released in 1981, Nomiya Maki's debut album as a new wave idol, "Pink no kokoro", is being reissued! The great album produced by Moonriders' Suzuki Keiichi, which includes "Twiggy Twiggy" (covered with Pizzicato Five in the 90's), will come...
Posted on July 13, 2005 at 10:50. | Released on August 25, 2005
Various Artists "Readymade Digs Classics"
Next collaboration between Disney and Readymade will be a compilation of classical music covers, featuring Konishi Yasuharu, Comoesta Yaegashi, Yoshida Tetsuto, Arai Toshiya (Kofta), Iwamura Manabu, Ino Hidefumi (Tenement), and DJ 440! Don't worry, all of these haven't turned classical,...
Posted on July 12, 2005 at 13:24. | Released on September 7, 2005
Nomiya Maki loves m-flo "Big Bang Romance"
After their great collaboration song "Cosmic Night Run" (together with Crazy Ken Band), Nomiya Maki and m-flo are back with a new single, "Big Bang Romance". The maxi will include remixes by the great breakbeats pop unit p&art sasanoooha and...
Posted on July 12, 2005 at 13:17. | Released on September 7, 2005
Metalchicks "Metalchicks"
Metalchicks, unit formed back in 2000 by Buffalo Daughter's Sugar Yoshinaga and DMBQ's Yoshimura Yuka, are finally coming up with a full album! Get ready for some new wave/dance/metal. Metalchicks blog in English Metalchicks "Metalchicks" 1. 10.000 Db 2. Dead...
Posted on July 11, 2005 at 10:40. | Released on July 27, 2005
"Oh! Mikey Hardcore" (DVD)
Coming next month is a new Oh! Mikey DVD, this time containing unreleased episodes that didn't make it to TV. Black humor, adult stuff, you name it. A must for hardcore Oh! Mikey fans! The DVD's jacket shows Mikey, Lola...
Posted on July 7, 2005 at 21:36. | Released on August 26, 2005
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
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
Chocolat & Akito "Chocolat & Akito"
Chocolat and husband Katayose Akito (Great 3) join forces for a duet full-length album. The album will feature guests Shimizu Hirotaka (ex-Bridge), Araki Yūko (aka Migu), members of Little Creatures, Polaris, El-Malo, and also John McEntire (The Sea and Cake,...
Posted on June 30, 2005 at 15:14. | Released on September 7, 2005
Seeland "Wander / Pherox" (7")
A first release by Seeland, a new unit formed of Tim Felton (ex-Broadcast) and Billy Bainbridge (ex-Plone), will soon be out on Stereolab's label Duophonic Super 45s! Having been a big fan of both bands, I'm definitely looking forward to...
Posted on June 29, 2005 at 13:53. | Released on July 4, 2005
Game Soundtrack "minna dai suki katamari damashii Original Soundtrack 'katamari wa tamashii'"
The sequel to popular Playstation 2 game "katamari damashii" will be out on July 7. Like the first game's acclaimed soundtrack, this one's looks like it will be a winner. It features vocals by Nomiya Maki (ex-Pizzicato Five), Kahimi Karie,...
Posted on June 29, 2005 at 12:40. | Released on July 20, 2005
Björk "Music from 'kōsoku no Drawing 9'"
I have been a huge Björk fan since "Debut", though I've been a bit out of the loop lately, not having been much into her voice-only album "Medlla". I'm however looking forward to her new film "Drawing Restraint 9" directed...
Posted on June 27, 2005 at 10:21. | Released on July 21, 2005
MUTEQ: PINE*am live
After safely returning from a busy U.S. schedule (and before going back in August!), it's been confirmed that PINE*am will be hitting Tokyo this summer! A show not to be missed, no matter what! MUTEQ at Star Pine's Cafe (map)...
Posted on June 13, 2005 at 15:32. | Released on July 1, 2005
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
Aprils release party
Aprils will have a release party for their recently released album "Space Dream Bathroom". Plenty of live acts for a cheap price! Aprils release party on 7/9 (Saturday) at Shibuya O-nest (map) Live: Aprils Ram Rider YMCK Hazel Nuts Chocolate...
Posted on June 9, 2005 at 11:24. | Released on July 9, 2005
Various Artists "Rhythm de asobō: Reaching Series No.2"
A compilation of clapping songs for kids will feature Cornelius, Cubismo Grafico, World Standard, Harada Ikuko (clammbon), Hanaregumi (Super Butter Dog) and many more. Fun for all ages. Various Artists "Rhythm de asobō: Reaching Series No.2" (Track / Artist) 1....
Posted on June 3, 2005 at 14:32. | Released on July 12, 2005
Hase Hajimu "Camp"
Hase Hajimu has a second album out soon, follow-up to the great "Radio" (2003). There will also be a 7" cut for the cover of Meredith Willson's "Till There Was You" (also covered by the Beatles), featuring Petty Booka! Details...
Posted on June 1, 2005 at 17:14. | Released on July 6, 2005
Shōwa Dance Party Record yose
Following the release of the great compilation "Moodsville Presents Shōwa Dance Party @ Ikenoue Koan", a talk show will be held at Tower Cafe in Ebisu, sharing anecdotes and showcasing the rare jackets of the selected songs. Shōwa Dance Party...
Posted on June 1, 2005 at 11:08. | Released on June 4, 2005
