Various Artists "AKSB ~kore ga Akishibu-kei da!~"
There's a relatively new genre called Akishibu-kei, a mix of Shibuya-kei and Akiba-kei (the latter referring to cosplay idols singing in high-pitched voices over electro-pop), which is getting acknowledged by this compilation of anime songs from Victor's discography. Featured producers...
Posted on July 31, 2007 at 15:35. | Released on September 21, 2007
"Fujishiro Seiji: Keroyon no dai jidōsha Race" (DVD)
A month after the release of the 1968 film "Keroyon no bōken" comes its successor, "Keroyon no dai jidōsha Race" ("Keroyon's Great Car Race"). This live action film features the happy and singing frog who gets a car and tries...
Posted on July 29, 2007 at 23:00. | Released on August 22, 2007
Asia Engineer "aa subarashiki hibi"
4-MC rap group Asia Engineer's upcoming full-length album is set to make Readymade fans happy! Included are the new Konishi Yasuharu-produced song "Bikini", and also "The Happiest Day of Life" produced by Yoshida Tetsuto, and "Tokyo 24ji" produced by Iwamura...
Posted on July 6, 2007 at 17:01. | Released on July 11, 2007
Mr. Cockrobin "Drive"
DiscID: 5a07d108
Posted on June 30, 2007 at 16:41. | Released on July 25, 2007
Perfume "Polyrhythm"
Idol unit Perfume has a new single coming up, of course once again produced by capsule's Nakata Yasutaka. The song will be used on a TV spot promoting recycling on NHK, starting July 1st. The single will have a limited...
Posted on June 28, 2007 at 15:30. | Released on September 12, 2007
Harvard "Test"
One month after "Best", Harvard will have a rare tracks collection released under the title "Test", all non-album tracks, including some previously unreleased songs and demos. Total 13 tracks. Harvard "Test" 1. CLEAN&DIRTY -Chorus Version- 2. CLEAN&DIRTY -Live Version- 3....
Posted on June 28, 2007 at 10:32. | Released on August 29, 2007
Harvard "Best"
One last breath from Escalator band Harvard with two releases this summer, called "Best" and "Test". "Best" will contain a selection of their best songs, plus a previously unreleased track called "Purple Roses". "Test", a collection of rare tracks, will...
Posted on June 28, 2007 at 10:27. | Released on July 25, 2007
Halfby "Side Farmers"
DiscID: 8d0a7a0b
Posted on June 27, 2007 at 14:34. | Released on August 29, 2007
Suzuki Ami joins Nakata Yasutaka "Free Free / Supermusic Maker"
Following her recent album "Connetta" on which she joined Buffalo Daughter and Kaji Hideki, Suzuki Ami has a new single lined up together with Nakata Yasutaka (capsule). The single will be offered in two editions, a limited one containing a...
Posted on June 23, 2007 at 01:44. | Released on August 22, 2007
HASYMO / Yellow Magic Orchestra "Rescue / Rydeen 79/07"
Yellow Magic Orchestra has a new single coming up on their label commmons! Coupled with the recent new version of their classic "Rydeen", which was used in a Kirin Lager commercial earlier this year, is a new song called "Rescue"...
Posted on June 23, 2007 at 01:34. | Released on August 22, 2007
Lee Morgan / Hank Mobley "Essential Blue ~ Classics of ... ~ Compilation by Sunaga Tatsuo"
Preceding the release of the various artists compilation "Essential Blue ~ A New Concept Of Blue Note ~ Compilation by Sunaga Tatsuo", which has been delayed until at least September, will be these two compilations of jazz artists Lee Morgan...
Posted on June 23, 2007 at 01:19. | Released on November 21, 2007
"Jail Breakers" (DVD)
JABA-5018 Out now (5/30) Order: Amazon (15% off!), HMV, Tower, YesAsia...
Posted on June 22, 2007 at 15:35. | Released on May 30, 2007
Port of Notes "Joint Adventure 2"
Port of Notes has a new remix album coming soon. Included are remixes by Sunaga t̀ Experience, Lindstrom and Prins Thomas, and DJ Kawasaki, along with the Crue-L regulars, and also a new track produced by Kanda Tomoki. Important info...
Posted on June 21, 2007 at 15:55. | Released on June 30, 2007
Ryukyudisko "nasaki feat. Mongol 800"
Okinawan techno unit Ryukyudisko's 2nd major single will include a remix by Fantastic Plastic Machine of a song with the popular Beat Crusaders. Ryukyudisko "nasaki feat. Mongol 800" Ryukyudisko 「ナサキ feat. Mongol 800」 1. nasaki feat. Mongol 800 2. Mathar...
Posted on June 19, 2007 at 13:54. | Released on July 11, 2007
Akakage "Louca"
A new mix CD series called "Louca" (Portuguese for "insane person") with the theme something like "hot, happy and fun summer" is starting with Akakage and DJ Uraken, the latter who includes a few covers of 80's hits. Akakage also...
Posted on June 15, 2007 at 14:45. | Released on July 25, 2007
Various Artists "Our Favourite Shops ~Roots of KOGA Melody~"
Label KOGA will release a compilation of indies artists performing rock covers. Included is a new recording by Macdonald Duck Eclair doing Led Zeppelin's "Immigrant Song"! Various Artists "Our Favourite Shops ~Roots of KOGA Melody~" 1. Berry Roll / Top...
Posted on June 15, 2007 at 14:29. | Released on June 20, 2007
Momoi Haruko "Famison 8-bit Stage 2"
Voice actress/singer Momoi Haruko has a second album just out, once again covering popular anime theme songs in 8-bit Famicom picopico style. The CD includes short instrumental/karaoke versions of all songs. Release official site with audio samples Momoi Haruko "Famison...
Posted on June 13, 2007 at 21:39. | Released on June 8, 2007
Various Artists "popular music ~Tsutsumi Kyōhei Tribute~"
Active since 41 years ago, Japan's #1 pop songwriter Tsutsumi Kyōhei with a biography of over 3000 songs having together sold over 75,480,000 copies to this day! This is a first tribute album where young artists cover his hit songs....
Posted on June 13, 2007 at 15:49. | Released on July 11, 2007
Halfby "Star Track" (7")
Halfby 3rd major single "Star Track" is being released on 7" imminently. Get it now or never. Halfby "Star Track" (7") A. Star Track B. Star Track (Truck Train Tractor Mix) Second Royal EMF-022 Out 6/14 6/15, ¥1260 Order: Jet...
Posted on June 13, 2007 at 15:21. | Released on June 15, 2007
Crazy Ken Band "Soul denpa"
Super-productive Crazy Ken Band have a 9th album coming up, not even a year after the previous, "Galaxy". ("denpa" in the title means "electro-magnetic wave".) Crazy Ken Band "Soul denpa" クレイジーケン バンド "Soul電波" 1. Intro: Soul denpa 2. Playboy kakumei...
Posted on June 13, 2007 at 15:16. | Released on August 8, 2007
Boot Beat "Switch"
DiscID: 8509d40a
Posted on June 8, 2007 at 21:08. | Released on July 11, 2007
Halcali "Cyborg oretachi"
DiscID: 890bfe0c
Posted on June 8, 2007 at 10:25. | Released on July 18, 2007
Ayuse Kozue "Sundae Love / summer time ~natsu no okurimono~"
Dance music scene singer-songwriter Ayuse Kozue has a 5th single coming up. The title track is a summer dance tune produced Towa Tei and featuring Scha Dara Parr's Bose! The B-side is a song completely written/produced/arranged/programmed by Kozue herself. Ayuse...
Posted on June 6, 2007 at 18:09. | Released on August 8, 2007
InK "InK PunK PhunK"
DiscID: f011d912
Posted on June 4, 2007 at 14:51. | Released on August 1, 2007
Anime Soundtrack "getsumen toheiki Mina: Chiptune Collection"
A bunch of chip-tune artists have contributed tracks to the anime series "getsumen toheiki", and here they are all available together on one CD. Featured artists include Far East Recording (aka Terada Sōichi), quarta330, Saitone, hally (VORC), Tanikugu and more....
Posted on June 4, 2007 at 14:48. | Released on July 4, 2007
Soirée de lancement de Bonzour Japon: Necozawa Emi live
Necozawa Emi will play a live set tomorrow (Friday, June 1st), at the reception celebrating the launch of the Japan edition of Paris-Tokyo free paper Bonzour Japon. Held at Aux Baccanales in Kioichō, where a ¥1500 special dinner plate will...
Posted on May 31, 2007 at 16:45. | Released on June 1, 2007
The MAXIminimum
Metalchicks presents what looks like a great event featuring also Kahimi Karie, Kirihito, Umi No Yeah!, Max Heart (party band of DJ Codomo) and DJ Hiromix! The MAXIminimum on 6/16 at Shibuya O-Nest Main floor 5F: Metalchicks Kahimi Karie Kirihito...
Posted on May 27, 2007 at 09:27. | Released on June 16, 2007
Wada Akiko "Golden Time"
Wada Akiko has a new single coming up, for the song that was recently used in "Suntory DX Golden Dry" beer commercial. As a B-side is her song "ikiru" written by Konishi Yasuharu, in a new remix version by Hayashi...
Posted on May 27, 2007 at 09:02. | Released on June 27, 2007
Kinbara Chieko "Love & Respect Festival 2006" (DVD)
In addition to the new remix album "Summer Love", Kinbara Chieko's first live DVD will be released on the same day. The show was recorded at Ebisu's Liquid Room on October 14, as the finale of her "Love & Respect"...
Posted on May 25, 2007 at 17:26. | Released on June 20, 2007
Kinbara Chieko "Summer Love"
Kinbara Chieko, whose latest release was collaboration/remix album "Love & Respect" last October, has yet another remix album coming up. It features new remixes by artists such as Kaskade, Sugiurumn, and Grant Nelson, and also what seems to be new...
Posted on May 25, 2007 at 17:19. | Released on June 20, 2007
Kahimi Karie "Muhlifein" (DVD)
In addition to rarities album "SPECIALOTHERS", Kahimi Karie also has a new live DVD out at the same time. This contains a whole concert held on February 18, 2007 in Tokyo, including many songs from her latest album "Nunki", and...
Posted on May 23, 2007 at 16:16. | Released on July 25, 2007
The geography of your dream #2
I'm delighted to learn that indies electronic artist Hosaka Akane, who's music I've been hooked to since hearing her latest album "nikoniko denki muzic", will be performing live at an event next month. She will play her computer and synths....
Posted on May 23, 2007 at 14:14. | Released on June 24, 2007
Captain Funk "Heavy Metal", "Heavy Mellow"
Over 6 years since the last release under that name, Captain Funk (aka Tatsuya Ōe) is back with not one but two new albums! "Heavy Metal" is said to have an 80's new wave sound, while "Heavy Mellow" is electronic...
Posted on May 22, 2007 at 18:00. | Released on May 9, 2007
arcorhyme "amai hibi -la douce vie- / Koiny Baby" (Download)
arcorhyme, the new unit of Takanami K-taro (early Pizzicato Five) and Nishimura Ikuyo, will be releasing two songs, in 4 versions each, for download on iTunes worldwide (Japan, U.S., Canada, U.K., France, Germany). A video for "la douce vie" can...
Posted on May 18, 2007 at 10:13. | Released on May 30, 2007
Chromeo "Fancy Footwork"
The long-awaited 2nd album from Chromeo is finally dropping! We'll even get a Japanese edition with two bonus remixes and CD-Extra content. Sound samples of all tracks can be heard here at Amazon U.S. Chromeo "Fancy Footwork" クローメオ 「ファンシー・フットワーク」 1....
Posted on May 17, 2007 at 15:31. | Released on July 4, 2007
Tokyo Midtown free live shows
There are free live shows to be seen at Tokyo Midtown's "Atrium" (B1F of "Galleria") on weekends. I'll personally be looking into seeing Lullatone on the 27th, but there are plenty of other great artists to be caught for free!...
Posted on May 17, 2007 at 14:09. | Released on May 26, 2007
Kiiiiiii "AL & BUM"
DiscID: 1407db13
Posted on May 17, 2007 at 11:57. | Released on July 7, 2007
Ella Fitzgerald "We All Love Ella: Celebrating The First Lady of Song"
Out on the same day as "Readymade digs Ella", this Japanese edition of the Ella Fitzgerald tribute album will contain a bonus track featuring singer Akiko and produced by Konishi Yasuharu. Ella Fitzgerald "We All Love Ella: Celebrating The First...
Posted on May 17, 2007 at 11:50. | Released on June 6, 2007
Ella Fitzgerald "Readymade digs Ella!"
Konishi Yasuharu brings us a selection of songs by Ella Fitzgerald, selected in a "jazz & jive" spirit. Like the recently released "Readymade digs Elvis!", this will contain several rare tracks, Konishi-san even says that some may even be released...
Posted on May 17, 2007 at 11:37. | Released on June 6, 2007
Various Artists "10Girls' Voice"
A compilation of electronic tracks with female vocal will be released by label Elegant Disc. Including songs by both pro and amateur singers, the compilation features Yoshimi (Sonicberry Favour), Anna Yamada (singer praised by Sakamoto Ryūichi), Takahashi Yūki (Paradigm), Urara...
Posted on May 16, 2007 at 14:22. | Released on May 23, 2007
Various Artists "Essential Blue ~ A New Concept Of Blue Note ~ Compilation by Sunaga Tatsuo"
Sunaga Tatsuo has compiled songs for an installment of label Blue Note's "Essential Blue" series. Other selectors for the series so far were Nozaki Ryōta (Jazztronik) and Ogawa Mitsuru (of shop Dance Music Records). Various Artists "Essential Blue ~ New...
Posted on May 15, 2007 at 18:01. | Released on September 12, 2007
Immigrant's Bossa Band "Message"
Brazilian jazz band (yet 100% Japanese) Immigrant's Bossa Band has a new album coming, and it includes a remix by Sunaga Tatsuo. Out at the same time will be a 7" (see below) containing the title track plus Sunaga-san's remix,...
Posted on May 15, 2007 at 16:38. | Released on July 6, 2007
Fredo "Remack! EP" (12")
Following the release of remix album "Remack!" last December, Second Royal artist Fredo has a 12" EP containing 3 of the remixes plus an instrumental. Check the shelves next week. Limited to 500 only! Fredo "Remack! EP" (12") A1. Freaky!...
Posted on May 14, 2007 at 11:37. | Released on May 22, 2007
Hotel New Tokyo "Rollerskate☆Dream 2 remixes"
Hotel New Tokyo has a new 12" remix EP for song "Rollerskate Dream 2" from album "Gaudi no yūtsu". Included is a remix by our man Mansfield. Limited to 1000! Hotel New Tokyo "Rollerskate☆Dream 2 remixes" (12") A1. Rollerskate☆Dream 2...
Posted on May 14, 2007 at 11:36. | Released on March 30, 2007
Fantastic Plastic Machine "Live from Tokyo (iTunes Exclusive)" (Download)
Fantastic Plastic Machine has a 5-song EP now available exclusively on iTunes Music Store (Japan and U.S.)! This was performed live at Apple Store Ginza on March 21, and it looks like it contains mash-ups and remixes of his own...
Posted on May 10, 2007 at 15:48. | Released on May 3, 2007
Nomiya Maki "Joy" (Download)
Nomiya Maki's 2-song single from her "Joy" recital is now available on iTunes Music Store Japan and some other online music services. The two songs are produced by Richard Cameron (Arling & Cameron). Nomiya Maki "Joy" (Download) 野宮真貴 「ジョイ」 Joy...
Posted on May 10, 2007 at 15:38. | Released on May 9, 2007
Halcali "It's Party Time"
DiscID: d020202
Posted on May 8, 2007 at 11:11. | Released on June 20, 2007
Chimidoro "minna no uta"
Chimidoro, fine indies electro rap unit on the Tokyo Fun Party label, has a first full-length album out now! "minna no uta" ("Everybody's song") invites you to dance and sing along. On the shelves next to Digiki's long awaited (and...
Posted on April 25, 2007 at 12:04. | Released on April 25, 2007
"Fujishiro Seiji: Keroyon no bōken" (DVD)
A rare film starring character Keroyon (a frog) is being released on DVD this year, celebrating his creator Fujishiro Seiji's 65th anniversary of activity (hey, any reason is good for a Keroyon re-release). The DVD contains the 90-minute live action...
Posted on April 24, 2007 at 14:06. | Released on July 18, 2007
Halfby "Slip On"
DiscID: 27039504
Posted on April 20, 2007 at 11:26. | Released on June 27, 2007
FPM×HMV BE@RBRICK
Would you believe that Fantastic Plastic Machine has an original BE@RBRICK coming soon! FPM collaborated directly with HMV and Medicom Toy to create this replica of himself. Pre-orders are being taken at HMV (online and in-store). You can read the...
Posted on April 17, 2007 at 13:27. | Released on July 7, 2007
"komadori eiga: komaneko" (DVD)
The Komaneko 1-hour stop-animation film, that was shown in theaters starting in December 2006, will finally be released on DVD! There will be a pre-order-only limited edition with the following extras: - a box just like Komaneko's picnic box in...
Posted on April 12, 2007 at 21:47. | Released on July 25, 2007
Various Artists "Tokio Integral Presents Metropolitan Classics"
This club music compilation selected by Nasu Kisaku (Jazz Integral) contains mostly previously released songs by Fantastic Plastic Machine, Halfby, Nakatsuka Takeshi feat. Toki Asako (Cymbals), jenny01 (Ōnuki Taeko cover produced by Sunaga Tatsuo), FreeTEMPO, Mizumoto Akira (PAM, TMVG), a...
Posted on April 11, 2007 at 11:51. | Released on April 25, 2007
Nakatsuka Takeshi "Sexy Voice And Robo"
New manga-based TV series "Sexy Voice and Robo" has a jazzy soundtrack produced by Nakatsuka Takeshi (Qypthone). The series airs on NTV every Tuesday at 22:00. Nakatsuka Takeshi "Sexy Voice And Robo" 中塚武 「セクシーボイスアンドロボ」 1. Sexy Voice And Robo 2....
Posted on April 11, 2007 at 11:31. | Released on May 30, 2007
TV soundtrack "kui tan 2"
"kui tan 2", successor to the popular food detective TV series, will start airing on April 14. Once again its soundtrack consists of classical music remixed by Konishi Yasuharu! kui tan 2 airs on NTV every Saturday from 21:00, starting...
Posted on April 9, 2007 at 10:24. | Released on May 30, 2007
Various Artists "Osteria del Rosso -Semifreddo-"
Akakage's mix CD series "Osteria del Rosso" is back with a 4th installment, this time out on his own new label called Noboru. Included is his hit track "Lovely Day" from latest album "Fighissima". Various Artists "Osteria del Rosso -Semifreddo-"...
Posted on April 4, 2007 at 17:49. | Released on April 4, 2007
TV soundtrack "Liar Game"
This soundtrack to new manga-based TV drama "Liar Game" (Fuji TV), about to start on April 14, is produced by Nakata Yasutaka (capsule) and will be released on his label contemode in May. "Liar Game" airs on Fuji TV every...
Posted on April 2, 2007 at 17:48. | Released on May 23, 2007
yume to Cosme
solange et delphine offers a great line-up for its upcoming show at Aoi Heya, sharing the stage with Aprils (mini-live), sono na wa Spade and frenesi. Readymade's Yoshida Tetsuto will also be DJing. solange et delphine will be selling a...
Posted on April 2, 2007 at 13:49. | Released on April 22, 2007
Strawberry Machine "zero zero five", "crazy kilt"
Nagoya girl solo unit Strawberry Machine is having its two albums re-released by label abcdefg*record. "zero zero five" was first released in 2000 and then re-released in 2004 to coincide with the release of "crazy kilt". Both albums feature an...
Posted on April 1, 2007 at 18:40. | Released on April 11, 2007
Humming Urban Stereo "Vol 3: Baby Love"
Korean unit Humming Urban Stereo has a 3rd album out now, on which one song features Dahlia. There's also a YMCK remix in there! Humming Urban Stereo "Vol 3: Baby Love" 1. Dark Circle 2. Rainbow 3. Mambo Mood (feat....
Posted on March 29, 2007 at 11:13. | Released on February 9, 2007
Original soundtrack "shindō"
Hatori Miho (ex-Cibo Matto) has made the music for the film adaptation of classical music-themed comic "shindō". Out now! Shindo movie official site (I tried to fill-in with correct English titles and composers below.) Original soundtrack "shindō" オリジナルサウンドトラック 「神童」 1....
Posted on March 29, 2007 at 10:22. | Released on March 21, 2007
Various Artists "Lovebeat Disney"
Out soon is a new Disney compilation, this time all newly recorded club-oriented covers. Cubismo Grafico, Nakatsuka Takeshi, Sindbad, Fredo and Rufus are in! There will be vinyl cuts of Cubismo Grafico c/w Q.,Indivi (Rhythm Republic RR12-88489 out 4/1), and...
Posted on March 28, 2007 at 14:23. | Released on April 18, 2007
Various Artists "Niagara Autumn & Winter ~Niagara Cover Special~"
Speaking of Cubismo Grafico, he appears on a recent cover album of legendary label Niagara Records founded in 1975 by Ōtaki Eiichi ("Niagara" is a word game on his family name which means "big waterfall"). It's worth noting that it's...
Posted on March 28, 2007 at 14:14. | Released on March 2, 2007
Cubismo Grafico "Nuit"
DiscID: 8908080a
Posted on March 28, 2007 at 13:49. | Released on May 30, 2007
Various Artists "Grand Gallery Presents Holiday 2"
Grand Gallery, the label of Ide Yasushi, offers a second compilation of club-ish tracks by Japanese artists under the theme "Holiday". Official release page Various Artists "Grand Gallery Presents Holiday 2" 1. Akakage / Lovely Day 2. Takizawa Kentaro /...
Posted on March 27, 2007 at 17:39. | Released on April 25, 2007
Various Artists "The Transformer - Remix Works by Yukihiro Fukutomi"
Fukutomi Yukihiro, leading club music producer and also ex-programmer for Pizzicato Five (think "Happy End of the World"), has a 2-CD compilation of his remixes for Japanese and foreign artists coming up. The compilation will contain 20 tracks, and celebrates...
Posted on March 27, 2007 at 17:16. | Released on April 25, 2007
Agawa Yasuko "Re-Mode: Club Jazz digs Yasuko Agawa"
Jazz singer Agawa Yasuko who debuted in 1975 and is still active to this day, has a remix album coming up. The whole is produced/supervised by Sunaga Tatsuo, who is a big fan of hers, and features international artists. This...
Posted on March 27, 2007 at 16:44. | Released on May 23, 2007
Agawa Yasuko "Tatsuo Sunaga digs best of Yasuko Agawa"
Yet more Sunaga Tatsuo goodness, this time a selection of his favorite songs from jazz vocalist Agawa Yasuko's vast repertory, which counts over 300. Also out on the same day is a remix album titled "Re-Mode", also produced by Sunaga-san....
Posted on March 27, 2007 at 16:26. | Released on May 23, 2007
Various Artists "Sunaga Tatsuo no yoru Jazz: Jazz Allnighters No.8 King hen"
A few days ago, I had a look at the Sunaga Tatsuo section at Tower Records and was almost scared by the number of compilations in there! Will he ever stop!? The answer is: not yet! Here comes a 8th...
Posted on March 27, 2007 at 16:02. | Released on April 25, 2007
New feature: Recently updated entries and quick search
For those who want to know what entries have been updated recently (often adding a track list, artwork or more information), there's now a Recently updated entries part at the bottom of the Agenda top page. Another new recent feature...
Posted on March 27, 2007 at 12:00.
Pecombo "Serendipity"
Tokyo scat chorus group Pecombo has a 2nd album just out, featuring a long list of guests that includes (of those I know) The Fascinations and accordionist Tanooka Saburō (of sabou et mamie). Pecombo will perform for free at Tower...
Posted on March 22, 2007 at 17:42. | Released on March 21, 2007
Various Artists "Second Royal - Limited Edition for Nagisa Festival 2007"
Kyoto label Second Royal has a limited edition compilation being released for the upcoming Nagisa Music Festival where Halfby, Handsomeboy Technique and Fredo can be caught outdoors. The CD is selected by Matsuno Mitsunori (Fredo) and consists of recent, previously...
Posted on March 20, 2007 at 09:49. | Released on March 21, 2007
Digiki "Beat Vacation"
Digiki, French ambassador of desktop music in Tokyo (and resident DJ of the overly-packed regular event Juliana), has a first decently released album (if I may) coming up on new indies label Tokyo Fun Party. Must! check! Digiki can be...
Posted on March 19, 2007 at 15:07. | Released on April 25, 2007
Kaji Hideki "La Boum ~My Boom Is Me~" (7")
Celebrating the 10th anniversary of Kaji Hideki's first album "Mini Skirt", recently re-released in a deluxe edition with DVD (Amazon, Amazon U.S.), Jet Set now brings us a 7" of the hit song "La Boum ~My Boom Is Me~" coupled...
Posted on March 19, 2007 at 14:34. | Released on April 5, 2007
Various Artists "Miss Vocalies, Tokyo -with her Strikes Sextet-"
I had completely overlooked this new compilation put together by Sunaga Tatsuo, containing nothing but jazzy songs featuring Japan's best female vocalists. Included are two brand new songs, by Sunaga t̀ Experience and pianist Akiko Grace, and a bunch of...
Posted on March 15, 2007 at 23:37. | Released on March 7, 2007
Natsuki Mari "Linda Linda" (CD+DVD)
Natsuki Mari is to bring us a very unexpected cover of the Blue Hearts' "Linda Linda", a rocking "beat punk" anthem. This is nothing that you'd expect her to sing and it's hard to imagine what it will sound like....
Posted on March 12, 2007 at 16:06. | Released on May 16, 2007
Sally Soul Stew live
Sally Kubota (ex. Les 5-4-3-2-1, The Phantom Gift) came back this year with his solo unit Sally Soul Stew. There will be a special show featuring himself and a bunch of the female vocalists which appeared on the recently released...
Posted on March 9, 2007 at 10:34. | Released on May 5, 2007
Ayuse Kozue "eyes to eyes"
Singer Ayuse Kozue has a self-produced 4th single coming up, and it will include a remix by Halfby. The 2 first tracks are mixed by Tei Towa, and "omoidasu yo" features Clammbon's mito on bass and also girl rapper Bumble...
Posted on March 9, 2007 at 10:32. | Released on May 9, 2007
Various Artists "Chip Toy Company"
Though a bit outdated, this recently out nice-priced compilation seems to be a great introduction to a bunch of artists from the indies pico-pico scene, featuring Hazel Nuts Chocolate, Misswonda, Aprils, Plus-Tech Squeezebox, macdonald duck eclair, and more. Aside from...
Posted on March 8, 2007 at 17:40. | Released on February 28, 2007
Nomiya Maki "oshare ni ikiru Hint" (Book)
Nomiya Maki has a new book coming up, in which she shares with us her tips to live fashionably (the English title is "25 Tips to Live in a Fashionably Way"). The book is also said to be packed with...
Posted on March 6, 2007 at 14:25. | Released on March 22, 2007
dorlis × Nomiya Maki × Nakata Yasutaka feat. coba "Love ◎〇△▲ Derby" (Download)
Singer dorlis has a download-only track coming up, featuring Nomiya Maki, accordionist coba, and remixed by Nakata Yoshitaka (capsule)! This is the third of a series of collaboration tracks available for download at OnGen. The first featured Ōnishi Yukari and...
Posted on March 6, 2007 at 11:46. | Released on March 14, 2007
Various Artists "Peace Island"
This funky/party hip-hop compilation features only previously unreleased/new/analog-only tracks. Included is "Peace Island", actually a cover of Wack Wack Rhythm Band's great "Wack Wack Rhythm Island", as well as a Wack Wack cover of Ugly Duckling's "Dumb It Down". (These...
Posted on March 5, 2007 at 10:34. | Released on March 14, 2007
Momoi Haruko "Famison 8-bit"
Voice actress and singer Momoi Haruko has an album coming up on which she covers popular anime theme songs with 8-bit Famicon picopico arrangements. The CD also includes short instrumental/karaoke versions of all songs. Release official site Momoi Haruko "Famison...
Posted on March 2, 2007 at 14:53. | Released on March 21, 2007
Various Artists "Hosono Haruomi Tribute Album - Tribute to Haruomi Hosono"
Here comes a very interesting tribute album to Hosono Haruomi (Sketch Show, Yellow Magic Orchestra, Happy End). The 2-CD set will include appearances and many surprising collaborations, such as Sakamoto Ryūichi + Minekawa Takako (a return!), Yano Akiko + Rei...
Posted on March 1, 2007 at 11:47. | Released on April 25, 2007
Chara "Union"
Chara has a new album titled "Union" out just today, it's her first original album in 4 years! Included are her three latest singles, of which "Crazy for you" was produced by Fantastic Plastic Machine. There's a limited edition containing...
Posted on February 28, 2007 at 17:44. | Released on February 28, 2007
Inoue Marina "Beautiful Story"
Out last week is this single of the ending theme from anime TV series "getsumentoheiki Mi-na" (「月面兎兵器ミーナ」), produced by Nakata Yasutaka (capsule). The song is sung by voice actress Inoue Marina who has the leading role in the series. The...
Posted on February 27, 2007 at 12:07. | Released on February 21, 2007
Caede "The Queen Of..."
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Posted on February 27, 2007 at 10:41. | Released on April 25, 2007
Various Artists "Crue-L Mellow"
This new "mellow" compilation from Crue-L selected by Fujiwara Hiroshi and Takimi Kenji will include some exclusive tracks, new versions, and some available for the first time on CD. Expect even a first ever vocal track by Fujiwara Hiroshi, who...
Posted on February 23, 2007 at 13:56. | Released on April 11, 2007
