Nomoto Karia "Chocola ni muchū / tsuki no mukō no sekai"
A new single from Readymade International's beautiful Nomoto Karia is coming! The single will contain the opening and ending themes of a new anime TV series, both sung by Karia and of course music written/arranged/produced by Konishi Yasuharu. This release...
Posted on May 31, 2005 at 16:19. | Released on August 3, 2005
Denki Groove × Scha Dara Parr "Twilight / Saint☆ojisan Remix" (12")
The Denki Groove × Scha Dara Parr frenzy isn't over! There will be a remix 12", containing tracks available on the two first maxi-singles, "Twilight" and "Saint☆ojisan". Denki Groove × Scha Dara Parr "Twilight / Saint☆ojisan Remix" (12") A1. Twilight...
Posted on May 30, 2005 at 15:22. | Released on July 14, 2005
densetsu no Hero-tachi
Update (2005/7/19 12:09): Delayed 2 months (8/30)!! The included chewing gum's ingredients were written in a font too small on the package..! I wish they'd stop including candy, it's not like anyone really cares. Though not including candy could perhaps...
Posted on May 30, 2005 at 14:26. | Released on August 30, 2005
Ino Hidefumi "Spartacus / Blood is thicker than water" (7")
Second 7" single by Ebisu Tenement's owner Ino Hidefumi, artist highly recommended by the likes of Konishi Yasuharu and Sunaga Tatsuo. His first single, released in January, featured two Michael Jackson covers, "Never can say goodbye" and "Billie Jean". This...
Posted on May 18, 2005 at 17:23. | Released on May 20, 2005
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
Metalchicks, Ikebana, Zoobombs live
Metalchicks, the new unit of suGar Yoshinaga (Buffalo Daughter) and Yoshimura Yuka (ex-DMBQ), will be playing with Ikebana (moOog Yamamoto (Buffalo Daughter) and friends) and other bands this weekend. Rhythm of Fear 5/22 Shinjuku Loft 6th anniversary Live: Wrench Zoobombs...
Posted on May 16, 2005 at 13:38. | Released on May 22, 2005
Update: DG×SDP, Fugō Keiji
Denki Groove × Scha Dara Parr "Denki Groove toka Scha Dara Parr" Track list added! "Fugō Keiji" (5 DVDs) DVDs will contain bonus footage and interviews...
Posted on May 12, 2005 at 16:43.
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
"Fugō Keiji" (5 DVDs)
Aired earlier this year, the fun detective TV series "Fugō Keiji" featuring Fukada Kyōko is being released on DVD. The series will be available both as a boxed set and as 5 separate DVDs containing 2 one-hour episode each. Unfortunately...
Posted on May 9, 2005 at 16:58. | Released on August 5, 2005
Denki Groove × Scha Dara Parr "Denki Groove toka Scha Dara Parr"
One week after the release of their second single, "sei☆ojisan", comes out a full-length, 13-track album! Both a limited and regular edition will be released at the same time. The limited edition contains a bonus DVD for only ¥300 more....
Posted on May 6, 2005 at 10:29. | Released on June 29, 2005
PINE*am "Pull The Rabbit Ears"
Do not adjust your TV set. PINE*am is back next month with a brilliant second full-length album, "Pull The Rabbit Ears", out on U.S. label Eenie Meenie! A U.S. tour will also take place in May, so don't miss them...
Posted on April 28, 2005 at 22:54. | Released on May 31, 2005
Riez! "Gente / Alone Again (Naturally)" (7")
Fashion model and trumpeter, we should already have heard Riez! (aka Yamaguchi Rie) as she has appeared on Nomoto Karia and Mizumori Ado's albums produced by Konishi Yasuharu. Her first album as a solo singer-songwriter, "Blue" was released in November...
Posted on April 28, 2005 at 15:29. | Released on May 17, 2005
Crazy Ken Band "Soul Punch" (CD+DVD)
Crazy Ken Band has a new album coming out in time for summer. This time we get a bonus DVD, which will contain some promotional goodies as well as a guide to the album featuring Yokoyama Ken himself taking us...
Posted on April 28, 2005 at 13:34. | Released on July 6, 2005
Harvard "Oracle"
Harvard is back this year with a second album, over two years after their previous full-length "Lesson". The album will feature special guests Horie Hirohisa (Neil and Iraiza), Matsuda Gakuji (Cubismo Grafico, Neil and Iraiza), Kanda Tomoki, Frontier Backyard, Riddim...
Posted on April 28, 2005 at 13:25. | Released on July 7, 2005
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
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
Halfby "Rodeo Machine" (12")
Halfby (pronounced "half bee", don't be fooled) has a new 12" coming out on Second Royal. It will include 3 new songs and a remix by Kakubarhythm's Mu-Stars. Halfby "Rodeo Machine" (12") A1. Rodeo Machine A2. Daddy Is High B1....
Posted on April 27, 2005 at 10:49. | Released on April 30, 2005
Plastic Sex "Here comes SEX education"
Here it comes! Celebrating the 25th anniversary of the world famous techno/new wave band Plastics, leader Nakanishi Toshio (aka Tycoon To$h)'s new project Plastic Sex finally releases an album! The album will not only feature vocalist Nomiya Maki, but also...
Posted on April 20, 2005 at 13:17. | Released on July 13, 2005
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
Aprils "Space Dream Bathroom"
A brand new album by the Aprils is coming out as soon as next month on Softly! The album features many guests including YMCK and tetrapletrap-F, and is mixed and mastered by Plus-tech Squeeze Box' Hayashibe Tomonori. The first, limited...
Posted on April 15, 2005 at 10:23. | Released on May 18, 2005
ONJO "Ōtomo Yoshihide's New Jazz Orchestra"
Ōtomo Yoshihide's new project (or his ongoing project's new name(!)), Ōtomo Yoshihide's New Jazz Orchestra, has a first album coming out in a few weeks. The album will feature vocal guests Kahimi Karie and Hamada Mariko. ONJO "Ōtomo Yoshihide's New...
Posted on April 10, 2005 at 01:17. | Released on April 24, 2005
Denki Groove × Scha Dara Parr "Twilight"
It may be April's Fool but I promise this ain't no joke! Denki Groove has teamed up with Scha Dara Parr for this single and even an upcoming album! This will surely kick serious ass! Update (2005/4/25 14:00): The single...
Posted on March 31, 2005 at 13:45. | Released on April 27, 2005
Plus-Tech Squeeze Box "Fakevox"
A remastered edition of Plus-Tech Squeeze Box' 2001 "Fakevox" including a bonus track and a video clip for "Early Riser" is coming out on Vroom Sound. Plus-Tech Squeeze Box "Fakevox" (Remastered) 1. Channel No.17 2. Early Riser 3. A Day...
Posted on March 30, 2005 at 11:07. | Released on April 13, 2005
Update: Disney, Shōwa Dance Party
A few updates... Various Artists "Readymade Digs Disney 2" Track list added. Various Artists "Moodsville Presents Shōwa Dance Party @ Ikenoue Koan" Artwork and artist names added....
Posted on March 28, 2005 at 14:32.
Various Artists "Playroom presents Soma & Classic Room Play Selection"
Not sure whether this is a non-stop mix or a compilation, but it's selected by Ikeda Masanori (Mansfield) and it's not only 1 but 2 CDs, at a good price! It's said to include many songs available for the first...
Posted on March 28, 2005 at 10:50. | Released on March 30, 2005
Update: Shōwa Dance Party, We Are Escalator 5, Wada Akiko
Various Artists "Moodsville Presents Shōwa Dance Party @ Ikenoue Koan" Track list added. Various Artists "We Are Escalator Records part 5 mixed by Naka Masashi" Track list added. Wada Akiko "Free Soul Wada Akiko" Artwork added....
Posted on March 24, 2005 at 10:33.
"Oh! Mikey 7th" (DVD)
A 7th DVD of the Oh! Mikey series is being released! It will contain 13 new episodes that recently aired both on TV and on the net. The last episode's title may make us wonder whether this is the end,...
Posted on March 23, 2005 at 16:34. | Released on April 29, 2005
Wada Akiko "Free Soul Wada Akiko" (12")
A vinyl edition of "Free Soul Wada Akiko" containing 6 songs (actually two from "Wada Akiko, Co., Ltd." ) will be released shortly, including both songs from the recent single "kaerikonu seishun (readymade mix 2004)"! Wada Akiko "Free Soul Wada...
Posted on March 17, 2005 at 18:25. | Released on March 24, 2005
Update: saku saku, YMO, Cover Lover, Tsuji Ayano
"saku saku Ver.1.0" (DVD) Great news: the DVD has been re-scheduled!! The new release date is 4/28. Other recent updates... Yellow Magic Orchestra "YMO - Remixes 99-00 The Best" Artwork added. Orders at Tower Records will include a limited edition...
Posted on March 17, 2005 at 17:40.
Cityboys "20th Century Cityboys" (2CD)
Almost missed this one... This is a 2CD selection of songs from various City Boys soundtracks from 1992 until 2000 (covering at least "Toilet Without Key", "i messaggeri degli imbecilli vanno all'ovest", "Love's Rubber Brain", "Building on a Strong Foundation",...
Posted on March 16, 2005 at 12:01. | Released on March 9, 2005
Stereolab "Oscillons From the Anti-Sun" (Boxed set)
I won't be missing this 3CD+DVD boxed set from Stereolab, perhaps especially for the DVD since I don't think I've ever had the chance to see a single Stereolab video. The price is also unresistible (just below ¥3000 in Japan)....
Posted on March 13, 2005 at 23:13. | Released on April 25, 2005
Various Artists "Moodsville Presents Shōwa Dance Party @ Ikenoue Koan"
Following the regular event Shōwa Dance Party held at Ikenoue Koan, DJs Konishi Yasuharu, Hirabayashi Shinichi (Moodsville) and Uchikado Hiroshi (Ballroom Records) have selected tracks for this compilation of wamono/rare groove. Vinyl release also being planned. Various Artists "Moodsville Presents...
Posted on March 8, 2005 at 12:21. | Released on April 20, 2005
Panikaraqs at Space Force
I really enjoyed Panikaraqs' first show held at SuperDeluxe, and I'm thinking of checking out this one in March which is especially cheap and will feature bonus shows by side-projects of each of the members! Panikaraqs / 三月の水祭り (March Water...
Posted on February 17, 2005 at 15:15. | Released on March 4, 2005
speena vs Konishi Yasuharu "Material Girl / toshishita no otoko no ko" (12")
speena's upcoming single produced by Konishi Yasuharu will also be released on vinyl through Readymade International / 524 Records. speena vs Konishi Yasuharu "Material Girl / toshishita no otoko no ko" (12") speena vs 小西康陽 「マテリアル・ガール / 年下の男の子」 Readymade International...
Posted on February 12, 2005 at 13:12. | Released on March 16, 2005
Natsuki Mari "sensō wa owatta" (12")
A limited vinyl edition of Natsuki Mari's upcoming album "sensō wa owatta" will also be released on the same day. "Thelonious Monk" is not contained on the vinyl, but is replaced by "koi". Natsuki Mari "sensō wa owatta" (12") 夏木マリ...
Posted on February 12, 2005 at 12:26. | Released on March 9, 2005
Tei Towa "Look"
Tei Towa is back this year not only with a new album, but also his first visual book! The 272-page book will contain artwork of his CDs, records, flyers and posters, and also pictures he took all over the world,...
Posted on February 9, 2005 at 17:13. | Released on March 28, 2005
Wada Akiko "kaeri konu seishun readymade mix 2004"
"kaeri konu seishun (readymade mix 2004)", which appeared on Wada Akiko's greatest groovy hits compilation "Free Soul Wada Akiko" selected by Konishi Yasuharu, will be released separately as a single. According to Konishi-san's news page, the single will also contain...
Posted on February 9, 2005 at 13:48. | Released on March 2, 2005
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
Boom Boom Satellites "Full of Elevating Pleasures"
I've always enjoyed Boom Boom Satellites' cool breakbeats so far. They say that their next album will be a bit different though, mixing electronics, rock and... gospel. I'll sure give it a try. Boom Boom Satellites "Full of Elevating Pleasures"...
Posted on February 4, 2005 at 15:53. | Released on March 24, 2005
"saku saku Ver.1.0" (DVD)
Update (2005/3/17 17:26): Re-scheduled to 4/28!! Update (2005/3/2 17:12): This release has been delayed (cancelled?). :( "saku saku", the popular daily TV show (TVK Yokohama Monday-Friday 7:30) MC'd by Kimura Kaela and character Zigorow, is coming to DVD! The DVD...
Posted on February 4, 2005 at 15:09. | Released on April 28, 2005
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
Elektel "Bit Stream Lounge"
Elektel has a second album on the way on Astro Note Records, and will feature a lot of guests: cokeshi, Takami Yūko (ex. suitcase rhodes), Kaori (from dahlia), Saeki Kenzō (Pearl Brothers), Tomoko (from Jellyfish), Inomata Lie, Magnaroid (from Magma),...
Posted on January 29, 2005 at 11:27. | Released on March 23, 2005
Update: FPM, Daft Punk, speena
Recent updates: Fantastic Plastic Machine "Sound Concierge" #501 and Annex Artwork added. Daft Punk "Human After All" Artwork and details about Japanese edition added. speena "candy lovely music!! ~mune no botan ga hajikete~" Updated (but maybe still not official ?)...
Posted on January 24, 2005 at 15:26.
Moog: The Documentary
The Moog documenary by Hans Fjellestad will be shown at Shibuya Cinema Society from February 19. I definitely won't miss that one! There will also be a series of talk shows featuring Ohno Yumiko, Mooog Yamamoto (both Buffalo Daughter), Tokiwa...
Posted on January 15, 2005 at 20:12. | Released on February 19, 2005
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
Tei Towa "Flash"
Tei Towa's new album will be here in April! The album will feature a bunch of guest artists such as Sakamoto Ryūichi, Nomiya Maki, Tycoon To$h (Nakanishi Toshio (Plastics, [Water] Melon,...)), Buffalo Daughter, Arto Lindsay, Moritaka Chisato, Kylie Minogue, Byron...
Posted on January 14, 2005 at 13:15. | Released on April 2, 2005
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
Natsuki Mari "sensō wa owatta"
Natsuki Mari's next album is completed and will be out in March. As always, it is produced by Konishi Yasuharu. The title translates to "The war is over", and the album seems to accordingly contain a cover of Pizzicato Five's...
Posted on December 30, 2004 at 11:00. | Released on March 9, 2005
Digiki "Kitchen"
After a long wait, French producer Digiki's first album, "Kitchen", is finally out in Japan on Hattrick Records! The album includes remixes of Toog, Eel and Crazy Curl, and also features Castellane artists Monsieur Darsh and Eric Ker. If you've...
Posted on December 27, 2004 at 14:09. | Released on December 26, 2004
Panikaraqs live
There's a new band called Panikaraqs which seems rather interesting...! Shinohara Tomoe: vocals Yuka Honda (Cibo Matto): keyboards, musical direction Steve Eto: percussions Chikage: dance No idea what this will sound like! This is an early announcement of their first...
Posted on December 16, 2004 at 14:49. | Released on February 4, 2005
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
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
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
EeL "Little Prince"
EeL's new album! 12 new songs and a remix by world's end girlfriend. Promo blurb says "Aphex Twin meets Amélie". Comes in a limited edition digipak. EeL "Little Prince" Track list 1. Little Prince 2. No Heart 3. If It's...
Posted on December 2, 2004 at 17:52. | Released on December 8, 2004
Sunaga t̀ Experience "Versiliana Samba" (12")
A new track from Sunaga t̀ Experience (aka Sunaga Tatsuo) will be released on vinyl soon. "Versiliana Samba" is a cover of Italian pianist Romano Mussolini, and the 12" includes a remix by The Five Corners Quintet. The song was...
Posted on November 29, 2004 at 16:12. | Released on December 27, 2004
Update: Godzilla
Godzilla update... Various Artists "G.lasts Tribute To Godzilla 50th" Complete tracklist, and artwork added. Halcali jumps in with Sunaga Tatsuo, Stereolab, Felix da Housecat, etc....
Posted on November 29, 2004 at 15:10.
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
orangenoise shortcut / The Aprils "orangenoise shortcut / Aprils"
There will be a split-single featuring two brand new songs by each orangenoise shortcut and the Aprils, out on Softly! mid-January. orangenoise shortcut / The Aprils "orangenoise shortcut / The Aprils" Track list 1. orangenoise shortcut "Melt into the sky"...
Posted on November 26, 2004 at 16:38. | Released on January 12, 2005
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
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
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
Various Artists "G.lasts Tribute To Godzilla 50th"
This year marks Godzilla's 50th anniversary, and also the 28th and last movie of the series (or so they say), Godzilla Final Wars, which will feature over 10 monsters and a lot of damage! Accompanying the movie's release, there's also...
Posted on November 8, 2004 at 16:11. | Released on December 1, 2004
Denki Groove "2004 Summer ~Live & Clips~" (DVD)
It seems like the long awaited Denki Groove DVD (first supposed to be released on September 1st) will finally be coming out! The track list has finally been announced. The DVD contains live footage from WIRE04 held at the Yokohama...
Posted on November 8, 2004 at 13:54. | Released on December 22, 2004
"Oh! Mikey 6th" (DVD)
December 3rd is Mikey's birthday, and a 6th Oh! Mikey DVD is coming out! This one also contains 13 episodes of the popular series. Pre-orders at HMV will receive a Mikey 福笑い (ふくわらい) (fukuwarai) game. Some pre-orders at other stores...
Posted on November 6, 2004 at 11:21. | Released on December 3, 2004
Matsudaira Ken "Matsuken Samba II Remix Tracks"
Matsudaira Ken's hit song "Matsuken Samba II" is being remixed by Sunaga Tatsuo, Crazy Ken Band, Jazztronik, Fukutomi Yukihiro and Kawakami Tsuyoshi to kare no Moodmakers. These new remixes will be released alongside Konishi Yasuharu's "Readymade Shogun Mix 2004" (previously...
Posted on November 5, 2004 at 17:05. | Released on December 15, 2004
Various Artists "We Are Escalator Records part 4 mixed by Harvard"
It just won't stop! After Yukari Fresh ("We Are Escalator Records vol.3 mixed by Yukari Fresh"), it's now Harvard's turn to mix their favorite Escalator tracks. Harvard is currently recording a second album. Various Artists "We Are Escalator Records part...
Posted on November 5, 2004 at 13:47. | Released on December 3, 2004
YMCK "Family Music" Release Party
There will be a release party for YMCK's new album "Family Music" out now! The event also celebrates Ram Rider's first release, "Music". YMCK "Family Music" Release Party On 11/13 At Shibuya Club Asia P (map) Opens at 18:00, starts...
Posted on November 4, 2004 at 14:56. | Released on November 13, 2004
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
Yukari Rotten "Break Remixes" (12")
A 12" remix EP of the song "Break" off Yukari Rotten's album "Not Dead" will be released soon, featuring remixes by Headman and Chicks on Speed. Yukari Rotten "Break Remixes" (12") 1. Break (Headman Remix) 2. Break (Chicks on Speed...
Posted on October 27, 2004 at 14:42. | Released in November 2004
Halcali "ongaku no susume"
Halcali's second album will feature O.T.F, Yo-King, Yuki, Spanova, DJ Tasaka, Ishiwatari Junji (Supercar), Totem Rock (Kaseki Cider and Kogure Shinya (Hicksville)), Shun & Shuya (Skebo-King (SBK)), Fantastic Plastic Machine and Verbal (m-flo). Halcali "ongaku no susume" ハルカリ 「音楽ノススメ」 Track...
Posted on October 26, 2004 at 15:22. | Released on November 24, 2004
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
Cubismo Grafico Five "Seedy"
Cubismo Grafico Five, the punk-ish side-project of Matsuda "Chabe" Gakuji (Cubismo Grafico, seems like he actually spells his nickname "Chiave" lately(?)) will be releasing its second album, which will include a cover of Vanessa Paradis' "Sunday Mondays". Furukawa Yutaka (Doping...
Posted on October 6, 2004 at 23:31. | Released on December 10, 2004
La nuit de Karly
There will be another Readymade event at Lounge O featuring Nomoto Karia and Hair. La nuit de Karly 10/16 at Lounge-O (Aoyama) 3-5-12 Kita-Aoyama B1F, Minato-ku, Tokyo Info: 03-5775-2555 Live: Nomoto Karia, Hair DJs: Iwamura Manabu, Konishi Yasuharu Plus interesting...
Posted on September 25, 2004 at 13:47. | Released on October 16, 2004
Wada Akiko "Free Soul Wada Akiko"
Konishi Yasuharu selected his favorite Wada Akiko songs, and the result is this new greatest hits album. The compilation is dedicated to the late Ray Charles. Wada Akiko "Free Soul Wada Akiko" Track list 1. doshaburi no ame no naka...
Posted on September 24, 2004 at 14:21. | Released on November 24, 2004
Various Artists "Monster remix -Octopus-"
A remix album of songs from the TV animation series Monster is planned to be released, and will feature Sunaga t̀ Experience, Jazztronik, Toshiyuki GOTŌ, FreeTEMPO, Reggae Disco Rockers and more. Various Artists "Monster remix -Octopus-" Track list 1. GRAIN...
Posted on September 17, 2004 at 16:09. | Released on October 21, 2004
8-ban Records Nu-Music Sampler Softly! Edition
Now isn't this the coolest stuff ever! Label Softly!, teaming up with other indie labels, is releasing a series of eight 8-ban records and also an original Softly! color 8-ban player! Featured artists include Aprils, EeL, Hazel Nuts Chocolate and...
Posted on September 17, 2004 at 10:31. | Released on October 1, 2004
Fukutomi Yukihiro "equality"
DJ/remixer/producer Fukutomi Yukihiro has a new album coming out soon! The album will feature a bunch of guest vocalists (see track list) as well as musicians from Orange Pekoe, Sleep Walker, Dimension/Jafrosax, and more. Fukutomi Yukihiro "equality" 福富幸宏 「equality」 Track...
Posted on September 14, 2004 at 16:22. | Released on October 28, 2004
Kichijōji 3-shimai "mind forest"
Kichijōji 3-shimai, a new project involving ex-Spank Happy Hara Midori, together with Sasano Michiru and Shinohara Rika, will have a first release called "mind forest". The mini-album will contain 6 songs written by the 3 girls, and also a cover...
Posted on September 13, 2004 at 00:10. | Released on November 1, 2004
Yoshimura Tomoki no hitori VOW! ~machigaisagashi~
A few members of Modern Choki Chokies have been running a Web site called "nikkan mimikaki" (or "Daily mimikaki") for a few months, packed with diaries and BBS', and led by writer Yoshimura Tomoki, who's also a regular on [apparently]...
Posted on September 3, 2004 at 17:41. | Released on October 16, 2004
Soi Music Festival 2004, from BKK
Soi Music Festival is a collaboration between artists from Bangkok (Thailand) and Tokyo, and held in both cities. The Bangkok part is on September 10 and 11 and will feature Japanese artists Cornelius and Spank Happy. All information at the...
Posted on September 3, 2004 at 10:59. | Released on October 29, 2004
Playboy Playgirl
Advocates Bar, located in Shinjuku 2-chōme (Tokyo's famous gay area), will host an event paying tribute to Konishi Yasuharu! All DJ's should be playing mostly (if not only!) Konishi works! Sounds like a must-go for Konishi fans! Early-goers will be...
Posted on August 16, 2004 at 14:49. | Released on September 3, 2004
NIN×NIN, Ninja Hattori-kun The Movie
NIN×NIN, Ninja Hattori-kun The Movie is a new live action film based on "Ninja Hattori-kun" (60's manga and TV series, 80's anime series). It will be starring SMAP's Shingo Katori, and it sounds like it could be a fun film....
Posted on August 11, 2004 at 23:28. | Released on August 26, 2004
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
Comoesta Yaegashi flea market
Comoesta Yaegashi will be doing a flea market at Kissa Ginza in Ebisu on Saturday 8/7! He's planning to sell 60's-70's wa-mono (Japanese) used records and also clothes (mostly under ¥1000) including some from the Tokyo Panorama Mambo Boys era!...
Posted on August 4, 2004 at 11:30. | Released on August 7, 2004
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
OK Fred #4 Release Party
There will be a cool release party for issue #4 of bilingual magazine OK Fred at the NTT ICC! OK Fred #4 Release Party Featuring Digiki, DJ Milquetoast, Tyme, Mathieu Briand, Ok Fredders, + Time: 8/21 at 18:00 Place: NTT...
Posted on August 2, 2004 at 16:55. | Released on August 21, 2004
Various Artists "Bossa Disney Nova" (CCCD)
There will be a new Disney bossa nova compilation featuring Ivan Lins, Joyce, Wanda De Sah, Edu Lobo, Marcos Valle, Joan Donato, Carlos Lyra, Claudete Soares, and more. Plus, according to Konishi Yasuharu, there will also be remixes by himself...
Posted on July 29, 2004 at 17:20. | Released on August 25, 2004
Shūgo Tokumaru
Shūgo Tokumaru's acclaimed album "Night Piece", released by New York's Music Related, will be hitting the shelves in Japan in August, distributed by Compare Notes. Reviews of the album should also be appearing shortly in magazines Relax, OK Fred and...
Posted on July 28, 2004 at 13:41. | Released on August 20, 2004
Sonic Coaster Pop "Super Miracle Circuit"
Usagi-Chang Records owner Suzuki Akira's unit Sonic Coaster Pop has a second album being released today! Copies bought at participating Tower Records (Shinjuku, Shibuya, Yokohama More-s, Nagoya Parco, Namba) include a bonus limited edition CD-R containing 4 remixes and a...
Posted on July 21, 2004 at 12:15. | Released on July 21, 2004
Sound x Vision 2004
Sound x Vision will be a "Media Harmony"-themed exhibition, featuring artists such as Cornelius, Buffalo Daughter, Groovisions, and many more. Sound x Vision 2004 Place: LaForet Harajuku From 12/3 until 12/12 Fee: ¥1000 (students ¥800) (to be confirmed) Official site...
Posted on July 21, 2004 at 07:29. | Released on December 3, 2004
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
Various Artists "Playroom 2" (CCCD)
Ikeda Masanori (Mansfield) is back with a second non-stop mix CD in this year's new Playroom series. Various Artists "Playroom 2" (CCCD) Non Stop Mixed by Ikeda Masanori (Mansfield) Track list 1. Manila (Ewan Pearson Remix) / Seelenluft 2. Down...
Posted on July 20, 2004 at 14:39. | Released on September 8, 2004
Various Artists "Pink Panther Penthouse Party!" (CCCD)
The forthcoming Pink Panther 40th anniversary compilation album will have a Japanese edition with a Mondo Grosso remix as a bonus track. The album also includes songs by Pizzicato Five, Fantastic Plastic Machine, Koop (featuring Nagano Yukimi), Arling & Cameron,...
Posted on July 19, 2004 at 00:01. | Released on August 18, 2004
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
m-flo "Astromantic Charm School" (CCCD)
Following their recent album "Astromantic" featuring Nomiya Maki, Crazy Ken Band, Sakamoto Ryūichi, Black Bottom Brass Band, and many other J-Pop artists, m-flo will release a remix album including remixes by Halfby, Comoesta Yaegashi, FreeTEMPO, Kenji Jammer, Tomita Lab, and...
Posted on July 12, 2004 at 16:01. | Released on September 15, 2004
kiiiiiii and Petty Booka live
kiiiiiii, ニーハオ！ (Nihao!, from Kyōto) and Petty Booka will be sharing Shinjuku Red Cloth's stage on August 11, opening the celebrations for the club's first anniversary! Sounds like a great show! kiiiiiii / ニーハオ！ / Petty Booka 8/11 at Shinjuku...
Posted on July 9, 2004 at 18:01. | Released on August 11, 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
Coco d'Or "Coco d'Or" (CCCD)
20-year-old Shimabukuro Hiroko, aka hiro (former member of late-90's idol group Speed), will be releasing a jazz cover album under the name Coco d'Or. Most interesting is the impressive list of producers: Sunaga Tatsuo, Fukutomi Yukihiro, Nakatsuka Takeshi (Qypthone), Coldfeet,...
Posted on July 6, 2004 at 15:45. | Released on August 4, 2004
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
"Oh! Mikey 5th" (DVD)
Today came a postcard reminding me of the upcoming Wah! Mikey Returns! event starting on 7/17, and also that the 5th Oh! Mikey DVD will be out on 7/7! Again, 13 short episodes of the hilarious series, which were recently...
Posted on July 5, 2004 at 22:38. | Released on July 7, 2004
