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  1. Jazztronik "Dig Dig Dig"
    Jazztronik, the solo unit of Nozaki Ryōta, has a new album coming next week with a theme of "dancing" and sounds of funk, disco, acid-jazz, techno and hip-hop. This features guests such as Swedish-Japanese singer Maia Hirasawa, and also the...
    Posted on June 3, 2011 at 00:03. | Released on June 8, 2011
  2. EmiLy "tear drop"
    Singer-songwriter EmiLy (Hashimoto Emiri) has a 2nd album out now, with songs arranged by the likes of Imai Kentarō (The Aprils) and Hase Yasuhiro (Yume to Cosme). Also the wonderful video clip for title song was directed by Nakama Norihisa...
    Posted on May 29, 2011 at 01:48. | Released on May 25, 2011
  3. Yakushimaru Etsuko "Ruru / tokimeki Hacker"
    Yakushimaru Etsuko (singer of sōtaiseiriron) has a new single from which the song "Ruru" is the ending theme of TV anime series "denpa onna to seishun otoko". A video for this song was filmed in real time using a robotic...
    Posted on May 24, 2011 at 00:31. | Released on May 25, 2011
  4. Various Artists "Organ b. Suite No.6 - 92.7 Organ b. FM - A Tatsuo Sunaga live mix"
    Following No.4 and No.5 last year, here's a re-issue of Sunaga Tatsuo's 6th of his famous live mix tape series, available for the first time on CD remastered from the master DAT source. With a concept of a nonexistent FM...
    Posted on May 19, 2011 at 23:30. | Released on May 25, 2011
  5. Pizzicato One "One And Ten Very Sad Songs"
    Here it is! Konishi Yasuharu's debut solo album comes under the name Pizzicato One, and is a collection of English-sung covers of foreign songs all selected and rearranged by himself. This album features an impressive list of foreign guests, even...
    Posted on May 18, 2011 at 22:32. | Released on May 25, 2011
  6. Gig report: Hikashu & Shinohara Tomoe at The Japan Society, NYC
    Text and photos by Nicholas D. Kent (Japanese Electronic Music) for Tokyo's Coolest Sound Back in late 2009 Tomoe asked to let her listen to some Hikashu (MySpace) tracks, specifically "Biro Biro", a classic 1980 released track of theirs because...
    Posted on May 17, 2011 at 23:22.
  7. Cherryboy Function "suggested function EP#1"
    Following the popularity of "suggested function EP#2" released last January, here comes Cherryboy Function's rare "#1" that was released on 12" only in 2006 and sold out almost instantly. Added are two remixes that were previously only available on the...
    Posted on May 16, 2011 at 23:13. | Released on May 18, 2011
  8. Nyantora "White E.P."
    Nyantora, the solo project of Nakamura Kōji aka Nakakō (iLL, ex-Supercar), has what's being announced as a 5th album (although it looks more like a mini-album) coming this week. This is mastered by Sunahara Yoshinori and contains a remix by...
    Posted on May 16, 2011 at 22:33. | Released on May 18, 2011
  9. mito "Dawns"
    mito, bassist of band clammbon, has a solo album coming next week. Featured are many guests including electronic artist agraph, pianist kotringo, and members of bands toe and Rovo. Plus, the album is mastered by Sunahara Yoshinori! Released at the...
    Posted on May 15, 2011 at 01:26. | Released on May 18, 2011
  10. Gig report: mōretsu kara Beautiful Concert 2011: Sally Soul Stew and Keme
    Text and photos by Patrick Benny for Tokyo's Coolest Sound On Sunday May 8 was a show of Sally Soul Stew, the band of bassist Sally Kubota (Les 5-4-3-2-1, The Phantom Gift), held at Shinjuku rock venue Red Cloth. Sally...
    Posted on May 14, 2011 at 11:55.
  11. Logic System "RMXLOGIX (with Special Tracks)"
    This remix EP of Logic System's track "Clash" (1980) features remixes by 80kidz, JxJx (Your Song Is Good), Dub Master X and DJ Harvey. Also included are two previously unreleased tracks! Logic System is the project of Matsutake Hideki, often...
    Posted on May 13, 2011 at 00:36. | Released on May 18, 2011
  12. Gig report: "Swing in the JICOO" with Nakatsuka Takeshi
    Text and photos by Patrick Benny for Tokyo's Coolest Sound Last Saturday, May 7, was another swinging cruise hosted by Nakatsuka Takeshi aboard JICOO, the water bus-turned-floating bar designed by manga artist Matsumoto Leiji. The event was a sort of...
    Posted on May 12, 2011 at 22:58.
  13. Various Artists "Jazzy GAGA"
    As the title says, here's a compilation of jazzy covers of songs from Lady Gaga's albums "The Fame" and "The Monster". This Japan-only release consists of studio recordings produced by club-jazz artists Miura Makoto and DJ Niche, and featuring Saigenji,...
    Posted on May 11, 2011 at 21:30. | Released on May 18, 2011
  14. Gig report: Frenesi and Kaseki Cider
    Text by Patrick Benny for Tokyo's Coolest Sound Friday May 6 was the first day of a series of shows celebrating the 11th anniversary of venue Astro Hall in Harajuku. It was only my 2nd time there (the first being...
    Posted on May 11, 2011 at 00:10.
  15. Maezono Naoki Group "tooku e. Maezono Naoki Group dai2shu"
    Maezono Naoki Group, the band in which Konishi Yasuharu plays piano, has a 2nd album coming this month! It's already been almost 2 years since their first. This time the trio (vocals, bass and piano) are joined by drums and...
    Posted on May 5, 2011 at 01:54. | Released on May 13, 2011
  16. Macdonald Duck Eclair "kono tokimeki imasugu"
    Pico-pico rock band Macdonald Duck Eclair are back with a 3rd album! It's been 5 years since "The Genesis Songbook" (2005, Usagi-chang Records), and this time they're back to their roots on K.O.G.A Records which released their debut maxi-single "Many...
    Posted on May 4, 2011 at 01:43. | Released on May 11, 2011
  17. Towa Tei "Sunny"
    Towa Tei is back with a brand new, 6th album! "Sunny" is the 3rd of a trilogy started with "Flash" and "Big Fun". Featured guests include Hatori Miho (Cibo Matto), Takahashi Yukihiro, Hosono Haruomi (both YMO), Yasuda Toshiyuki, Natural Calamity,...
    Posted on April 29, 2011 at 22:26. | Released on May 11, 2011
  18. Gig report: Farm Party #6: Abikyokan, Hosaka Akane, Young Fratellis, N'toko
    Text and photos by Patrick Benny for Tokyo's Coolest Sound On Friday April 22 was a fun event held at Asagaya GaMuSo, of the Farm Party series organized by the great Tokyo Gig Guide. Started just last year, it was...
    Posted on April 29, 2011 at 11:49.
  19. Sakura gakuin "Sakura gakuin 2010nendo ~message~"
    Here's the first album from idol group Sakura Gakuin. I'm bringing it up because the song "Dear Mr.Socrates", sung by sub-group Twinklestars (the "baton" section) is produced by ex-Cymbals' Okii Reiji, and despite the clear idol direction with the many...
    Posted on April 28, 2011 at 00:19. | Released on April 27, 2011
  20. Gig report: Charity event: KAJI Hideki, Chabe, Harvard, Love and Hates
    Text and photos by Patrick Benny for Tokyo's Coolest Sound Last Wednesday was held a charity event organized by Kaji Hideki, with the help of Harajuku Astro Hall where he has been doing regular events for a long time. The...
    Posted on April 25, 2011 at 23:25.
  21. sōtaiseiriron "tadashii sōtaiseiriron"
    sōtaiseiriron have been around for 4 years and have released 3 albums. This new one features songs from the previous albums along with some brand new recordings, all revamped by many famous artists: Cornelius, Buffalo Daughter, Sakamoto Ryūichi, Ōtomo Yoshihide,...
    Posted on April 25, 2011 at 23:22. | Released on April 27, 2011
  22. April Set "Fairground"
    April Set, the solo project of DJ Suzuki Masanori, has a new full-length album coming this week, containing both covers and original songs with bossa, house, jazz and disco sounds. Featured are vocalists Necozawa Emi, Okawara Izumi (Qypthone), Pecombo, Suzuki...
    Posted on April 24, 2011 at 23:39. | Released on April 27, 2011
  23. Moonriders "Caméra Égal Stylo Special Edition"
    The Moonriders has a reissue coming of "Caméra Égal Stylo", their 5th album first released in 1980. This edition contains a special bonus CD with remixes of all songs by the likes of CTO LAB., Kishino Yūichi (La veuve moustache...
    Posted on April 24, 2011 at 23:14. | Released on April 27, 2011
  24. Sweet Robots Against The Machine "Aliginment EP"
    Towa Tei, who has a new album coming in May (stay tuned for details!), has a new EP under the Sweet Robots Against The Machine moniker available at his Mach Beat digital store. It has been 9 years since SRATM's...
    Posted on April 23, 2011 at 13:34. | Released on April 21, 2011
  25. Supercar "RE:SUPERCAR 1 ~redesigned by nakamura koji~"
    Supercar (disbanded in 2005) has a new release coming, that's of previously released songs "redesigned" by former member Nakamura Kōji (aka Nakakō aka iLL). The songs are mainly taken from early albums "Three Out Change", "Jump Up", "OOYeah!" and "OOKeah!"....
    Posted on April 17, 2011 at 00:34. | Released on April 20, 2011
  26. Various Artists "Velvet Songs"
    This cover compilation from Grand Gallery consists of new recordings of songs from the repertory of Alfa label. Featured artists include Nakatsuka Takeshi, Cubismo Grafico feat. Kushibiki Sayaka, Sokabe Keiichi, Nanao Tavito, Shimazaki Hitomi with Nanase feat. Kinbara Chieko, Chocolat...
    Posted on April 14, 2011 at 21:36. | Released on April 20, 2011
  27. Hosono Haruomi "HoSoNoVa"
    Hosono Haruomi (YMO) has a new solo album coming this month! This is his first vocal album on which he sings all songs since "Hosono House" (1973). Along with many new original songs, included are covers such as "Ramona" and...
    Posted on April 12, 2011 at 23:51. | Released on April 20, 2011
  28. Aira Mitsuki "Aira Mitsuki LiVE TOUR 2011 '???' in LIQUIDROOM" (DVD+CD)
    Aira Mitsuki has a 2nd live DVD coming up, this time of the awesome final show of her latest tour for 3rd album "???". This show was held last January 30 at Liquidroom in Ebisu, Tokyo. I had the great...
    Posted on April 10, 2011 at 00:19. | Released on April 20, 2011
  29. Perfume "Laser Beam/kasukana kaori"
    Perfume's next double-A-sider single is coming in May, and the song "Laser Beam" can already be heard in a TV commercial (watch below). Part of the profit from the sales will be given to charity for the recent earthquake/tsunami victims....
    Posted on April 9, 2011 at 01:16. | Released on May 18, 2011
  30. Beastie Boys "Hot Sauce Committee Part 2 (Japanese edition)"
    The Japanese edition of the Beastie Boys' new album comes with a bonus remix by... Cornelius! It will also be out a week early on April 27. The remix is of "Make Some Noise" of which the original can currently...
    Posted on April 7, 2011 at 23:12. | Released on April 27, 2011
  31. "Norageki!" (DVD, Blu-ray)
    "Norageki!" is an anime film directed by Andō Hiroaki (storyboard artist for "Tekkonkincreet"), with original music by Nakata Yasutaka (capsule) and a new song by Meg. So far there are no plans of the music being released on CD. Plot...
    Posted on April 7, 2011 at 00:02. | Released on April 7, 2011
  32. Juju "sayonara no kawari ni / negai"
    Mainstream J-pop singer-songwriter Juju has a new double-A-side single out now which contains a remix by Nakata Yasutaka (capsule). This comes as with CD-Extra content of "Juju Acappella for Remix" data. Juju "sayonara no kawari ni / negai" JUJU 「さよならの代わりに／願い」...
    Posted on April 6, 2011 at 00:03. | Released on April 6, 2011
  33. Cubismo Grafico Five "Half Dozen"
    Shortly following leader Chabe's first solo album "Me." (out on March 16), and last year album "Double Dozen", this is a new mini-album from Cubismo Grafico Five. A tour of Tokyo/Ozaka/Nagoya will follow the release, stopping on May 28 at...
    Posted on April 5, 2011 at 00:04. | Released on April 13, 2011
  34. Various Artists "Love Motown"
    In the same line as the popular "Soul Source" series, here comes a Motown remix album that can't be ignored. Featured are remixes by Plus-Tech Squeeze Box, Dorian, Sexy-Synthesizer, Tofubeats and more! Check out a sample audio digest at the...
    Posted on April 2, 2011 at 10:41. | Released on April 6, 2011
  35. Kinoco Hotel "Marianne no kōkotsu", "Monzetsu!! namakinoko zuroku" (Book)
    Kinoco Hotel has a brand new original album coming up, being announced as their first full-length album. The title translates to "Marianne's ecstasy", and the CD will include a video clip as CD-Extra content in a "not suitable for children"...
    Posted on March 31, 2011 at 22:10. | Released on April 6, 2011
  36. Denki Groove "Denki Groove no Golden Hits ~ Due To Contract", "Denki Groove no Golden Clips ~ Stocktaking" (DVD, Blu-ray)
    Denki Groove have a new greatest hits compilation, and also a collection of all their 28 videoclips since the early days, both being released at the same time. The CD contains several non-album edits as well as a previously unreleased...
    Posted on March 27, 2011 at 01:28. | Released on April 6, 2011
  37. Tequila Production "Rockin' Jazz"
    Here's a rocking club-jazz album that consists of tracks by Tequila Production, a trio of DJs Takehana Eiji, Nakamura Yūsuke and Kanno Katsuya who together form various units: Rockin' Jazz Society, Spiritual Unity and tg.electronics. Aside for a cover of...
    Posted on March 26, 2011 at 12:05. | Released on March 2, 2011
  38. Various Artists "Nagisa ongaku-sai presents In The Mix mixed by Tomoyuki Tanaka (FPM)"
    Tanaka Tomoyuki aka FPM has a new mix CD out today, put together for beach rave event Nagisa Music Festival where he will be DJing. The event is to be held in Tokyo on April 10 and in Osaka on...
    Posted on March 23, 2011 at 22:42. | Released on March 23, 2011
  39. Panda 1/2 "Panda! Panda! Panda!" (Download)
    Panda 1/2 have a new pop track available for download. The title, "Panda! Panda! Panda!" The sound breathes Shibuya-kei! Watch a trailer of the video below, showing producer James Panda Jr. visiting the pandas of the world. Today March 21,...
    Posted on March 21, 2011 at 11:08. | Released on March 16, 2011
  40. Chabe "Me."
    Cubismo Grafico aka Matsuda Gakuji is back with a new album, his first under his popular nickname, Chabe. This includes songs from last December's now sold out debut 10" EP that marked the opening of his KIT Gallery, and contains...
    Posted on March 7, 2011 at 21:24. | Released on March 16, 2011
  41. salyu x salyu "s(o)un(d)beams"
    Singer Salyu has a new album coming this month under the name "salyu x salyu" ("salyu by salyu"), and music is written and produced by Oyamada Keigo (Cornelius) who she says made her discover new things about her voice. This...
    Posted on March 5, 2011 at 14:52. | Released on April 13, 2011
  42. Sloppy Joe "The Boy Who Talks About Someone" (Download)
    Going hand-in-hand with the upcoming Sloppy Joe album "With Kisses Four" (out March 9) is this iTunes-only EP of lead track "The Boy Who Talks About Someone" including remixes by HNC and The Pegasuss. Sloppy Joe "The Boy Who Talks...
    Posted on March 3, 2011 at 23:40. | Released on March 2, 2011
  43. Various Artists "GO!GO!7188 Tribute - GO!GO! A GO!GO!"
    Rocking trio GO!GO!7188 really impressed me when I saw them live last year. Now they have a tribute album where various artists cover their songs. Featured are Polysics, Shonen Knife and more. Various Artists "GO!GO!7188 Tribute - GO!GO! A GO!GO!"...
    Posted on March 3, 2011 at 22:47. | Released on March 16, 2011
  44. Dorian "Melodies Memories EP.2" (12")
    Dorian's 2nd 12" EP from album "Melodies Memories" is now out! This one contains one of my favorites, "Nasty Ice Cream", as well as other great tracks such as the dreamy "Crystal Girl". Audio samples at Jet Set Dorian "Melodies...
    Posted on March 3, 2011 at 22:13. | Released on March 4, 2011
  45. Sunahara Yoshinori "liminal"
    That's it! Finally a 5th album by Sunahara Yoshinori! Following last year's EP "subliminal", this one is called... "liminal"! Can you believe it's been 10 years since his previous full-length album, "Lovebeat"? The limited edition comes with a DVD with...
    Posted on March 2, 2011 at 23:19. | Released on April 6, 2011
  46. Sloppy Joe "With Kisses Four"
    The next offering from HNC's White Lily Records is this 1st full-length album by Sloppy Joe, guitar-pop band of five that debuted with a mini-album and 7" in 2006. Artwork is by Yuppa (HNC). A few audio samples at White...
    Posted on February 26, 2011 at 00:21. | Released on March 9, 2011
  47. Polysics "Oh! No! It's Heavy Polysick!!!"
    Polysics has a new album coming, their first since they became a band of three last year! The limited edition comes with a bonus DVD with live footage from the finale of their tour last November. Check out the brand...
    Posted on February 24, 2011 at 21:01. | Released on March 9, 2011
  48. If By Yes "Salt On Sea Glass"
    If By Yes is a new all-star band led of Yuka Honda (Cibo Matto) with Petra Haden (that dog., The Rentals), Araki Yuko (mi-gu, The Cornelius Group) and Shimizu Hirotaka (also of The Cornelius Group)! This first album also features...
    Posted on February 21, 2011 at 22:27. | Released on March 2, 2011
  49. Original Love "Red Curtain ~Original Love early days~"
    Before Original Love, there was The Red Curtain, which released an album titled "Original Love" in 1986. Here all 8 songs are re-issued for the first time, together with 9 songs from a live show of the same year, plus...
    Posted on February 21, 2011 at 21:52. | Released on March 2, 2011
  50. Original Soundtrack "Dekawanko"
    Konishi Yasuharu has produced the soundtrack for manga-based TV comedy series "Dekawanko", story that features a goth-lolita detective (actress Tabe Mikako) who has a nose better than a dog's. The soundtrack consists of remixes of the theme from classic detective...
    Posted on February 19, 2011 at 23:57. | Released on February 23, 2011
  51. Bakubaku Dokin "guppy" (Download)
    First released last December on Towa Tei's Mach Beat digital label (which unfortunately only sells within Japan so far), here comes a first song by Bakubaku Dokin on iTunes! The wacky 2-girl unit formed of Naoko and Yui is produced...
    Posted on February 17, 2011 at 22:47. | Released on February 16, 2011
  52. Gig report: Ohno Yumiko "The Rainy Table" release party
    Text and photos by Patrick Benny for Tokyo's Coolest Sound Last Friday was a public holiday, Japan's National Foundation Day, and early evening I went to Roppongi SuperDeluxe for an event organized by multi-talent Ohno Yumiko of Buffalo Daughter. Yumiko...
    Posted on February 14, 2011 at 22:52.
  53. Koizumi Kyoko "Collaborakyon"
    Kyon-kyon aka Koizumi Kyōko's new compilation album of old and new collaborations, appropriately named "Collaborakyon", seems to have quite a bit of a Shibuya-kei direction. Featured are Jazztronik, Asa-Chang & Junray, Tokyo No.1 Soul Set, Sokabe Keiichi, Hosono Haruomi, Watanabe...
    Posted on February 12, 2011 at 23:40. | Released on February 16, 2011
  54. Various Artists "mahō no tenshi Creamy Mami kōshiki Tribute Album"
    In the same line as last year's "Kirakira Majocco Cluv", here's another cover compilation this time focusing on amine series "Creamy Mami" (title translates to "Magical Angel Creamy Mami Official Tribute Album). This again features Shinohara Tomoe and many various...
    Posted on February 11, 2011 at 13:28. | Released on February 9, 2011
  55. capsule "World Of Fantasy"
    capsule has a brand new album coming this March May! The album is said to be at a constant 128 BPM. I've heard that this time there will be no stock vocals, and that it's the first time singer Koshijima...
    Posted on February 9, 2011 at 22:33. | Released on May 25, 2011
  56. capsule "World of Fantasy" (Download)
    Yes, capsule is back with more! This new song is released today on iTunes, ahead of upcoming new album "Killer Wave" to be released on March 23. Stay tuned regarding the album. capsule "World of Fantasy" (Download) Yamaha Out now...
    Posted on February 9, 2011 at 22:09. | Released on February 9, 2011
  57. Tokyo No.1 Soul Set "subete hikari"
    Tokyo No.1 Soul Set continues to celebrate its 20th anniversary with this album of covers featuring various female singers such as Halcali, Kojima Mayumi, Toki Asako, Harada Ikuko (clammbon) and more. Covers include ones of Original Love, Scha Dara Parr,...
    Posted on February 9, 2011 at 21:58. | Released on February 9, 2011
  58. "Tokyo Idol Festival 2010" (DVD)
    Here is a live DVD set (2 discs) of event Tokyo Idol Festival 2010 ("TIF") held last August 7-8, which featured some 45 up-and-coming idol groups. Included are 6 or 7 songs with Vanilla Beans, making this much worth of...
    Posted on February 7, 2011 at 23:22. | Released on February 9, 2011
  59. Gig report: Aira Mitsuki "???" tour final
    Text by Patrick Benny for Tokyo's Coolest Sound Last Sunday I had the chance to catch Aira Mitsuki's last stop of her tour for the release of latest album "???". The show was held at Ebisu LiquidRoom on January 30....
    Posted on February 6, 2011 at 22:56.
  60. Various Artists "Second Royal vol.6"
    Label Second Royal brings a new compilation full of brand new previously unreleased tracks by its artists (and then some)! Check out the sampler clip below. Various Artists "Second Royal vol.6" 1. New House / Small World 2. Turntable Films...
    Posted on February 5, 2011 at 12:30. | Released on February 9, 2011
  61. YO!HEY!! "Cult Club Manners Vol.1: Fantazy Mix"
    Out this Friday on HNC's White Lily Records is the first of a mix album series, on which YO!HEY!! shows how hip-hop and indie rock go together. YO!HEY!! is one of the three members of Threepee Boys who contributed a...
    Posted on February 2, 2011 at 23:29. | Released on February 4, 2011
  62. Gig report: Club Aloe live at 440
    Text and photos by Patrick Benny for Tokyo's Coolest Sound My first show of the year was Club Aloe, the anti-aging post-punk band featuring 5 ex-members of Modern Choki Chokies. It was their 2nd show in Tokyo, following the one...
    Posted on February 1, 2011 at 00:17.
  63. Misswonda "In Flawless"
    Misswonda has a 2nd album coming on new label flawless world (post-Usagi-chang Records)! It's already been 5 years since "Wonderful Tangent" (2005). The album takes inspiration from UK new wave and various rock/pop/dance influences from the 80's and 90's, and...
    Posted on January 29, 2011 at 01:11. | Released on February 9, 2011
  64. The Suzan "iTunes Live" (Download)
    The Suzan played an acoustic show last January 9 at Apple Store Ginza, and it's now available on iTunes Japan at a nice price! All tracks are from their album "Golden Week For The Poco Poco Beat" which has just...
    Posted on January 26, 2011 at 23:53. | Released on January 26, 2011
  65. Halcali "Tokyo Connection"
    Here's a new mini-album from Halcali! Included are several new songs, a remix by 80KIDZ and a self-cover of early song "Strawberry Chips". Shibuya-kei fans will rejoice that new song "Girl!Girl!Girl!" is produced by Nakatsuka Takeshi with lyrics written by...
    Posted on January 24, 2011 at 22:37. | Released on February 9, 2011
  66. Perfume "Perfume Live @ Tokyo Dome '1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11'" (DVD)
    Perfume has a new DVD coming of their concert held at Tokyo Dome on November 3 last year. Their biggest yet show for an audience of 50000 fans marked their 10th anniversary (and also the 5th of moving to a...
    Posted on January 24, 2011 at 22:16. | Released on February 9, 2011
  67. HNC "Witches' Party EP" (7"+CD)
    HNC (aka Hazel Nuts Chocolate)'s new offering is a 7" of "Witches' Party", a track from album "CULT" (2009). The B-side is a remix by Threepee Boys, said to be borrowing a sample from a well-known witch. This actually comes...
    Posted on January 22, 2011 at 22:30. | Released on February 4, 2011
  68. Toki Asako "Toki Asako Light! ~CM & Cover Songs~", "Gift ~anata wa Madonna~"
    Toki Asako (ex-Cymbals) has a new album coming, a collection of cover songs plus some recent songs for TV commercials (for Shiseidō, Uniqlo, Nissan and DoCoMo). Lead song "Gift ~anata wa Madonna~" has been released as a "one coin" ¥500...
    Posted on January 22, 2011 at 01:20. | Released on February 2, 2011
  69. nAo "Strawberry Heart"
    This first album by singer-songwriter and model nAo is produced by Moonriders' Okada Tōru, who is recently also active as CTO LAB. Included are two songs involving The Aprils' Imai Kentarō (also of CTO LAB.), "My Sunshine" in which he...
    Posted on January 17, 2011 at 20:52. | Released on January 26, 2011
  70. The Suzan "Golden Week For The Poco Poco Beat (Japan edition)" (CD+DVD)
    The Suzan (MySpace) have been enjoying a lot of success and good word-of-mouth since the release of this album last year on A-Trak's Fool's Gold (U.S. edition this way), and now here comes an overdue Japanese release. This includes 4...
    Posted on January 16, 2011 at 23:04. | Released on January 26, 2011
  71. EeL "for common people"
    Osaka cute-electro-punk-future-pop indies artist EeL has a new album on the way, full of brand new songs! This comes on post-Vroom Sound label Stubbie Records. Check out the new video and sampler clip below. Also if you missed it, last...
    Posted on January 14, 2011 at 22:27. | Released on January 26, 2011
  72. kotringo "picnic album 2"
    A sequel to her cover album of Japanese songs, "picnic album 1", here pianist kotringo interprets favorite foreign songs! Features are songs originally by Björk, Jeff Buckley, Radiohead, The Jackson 5, The Buggles and more. kotringo "picnic album 2" 1....
    Posted on January 11, 2011 at 23:55. | Released on January 19, 2011
  73. Clémentine "Covermentine"
    Following last year's popular "Animentine", French bossa nova singer Clémentine has a new cover album coming this week. This time she covers both Japanese and French famous songs. Included are Yamazaki Masayoshi's "futari de Paris ni ikō" (feat. daughter Solita),...
    Posted on January 10, 2011 at 15:25. | Released on January 12, 2011
  74. Nakano Aya "zurui hito"
    Trying to move on to 2011 but here's something I had failed noticing from last year. 25-year-old hostess Nakano Aya has a debut album released at the end of November that was produced by Hase Hajimu, consisting of various covers...
    Posted on January 3, 2011 at 21:30. | Released on November 24, 2010
  75. erectricmole "hōka no hirune"
    Usagi-chang Records fans rejoice! The label's boss Suzuki Akira has started a new label, named flawless world. Now that's something exciting to look for in 2011 already! The first release is by new electro-pop unit erectricmole (MySpace). The unit is...
    Posted on January 2, 2011 at 21:33. | Released on January 12, 2011
  76. Cherryboy Function "suggested function EP#2"
    2011's first release is from indies electronic artist Cherryboy Function, a new 5-song EP coming 3½ years after 1st album "Something Electronic". Since the album release Cherryboy Function has been acclaimed for his DJ and live performances as well as...
    Posted on January 2, 2011 at 15:26. | Released on January 5, 2011
  77. Dorian "Melodies Memories EP.1" (12")
    Cuts from Dorian's excellent first album "Melodies Memories" are being released on 12". This first EP contains "Shooting Star", the collaboration with Nanao Tavito and rapper Yakenohara, song from 1st video clip "Morning Calling", the cover of Denice Williams' "Free",...
    Posted on January 2, 2011 at 14:04. | Released on January 7, 2011
  78. Rocketman "re:dancemusic ~rocketman non-stop mix~" (Download)
    Rocketman (Fukawa Ryō) has done a non-stop mix of his own tracks, available now for download on iTunes Japan. Included are songs from his recent greatest his album "thank you for the music!" as well as latest single "Happy End...
    Posted on January 2, 2011 at 12:51. | Released on December 22, 2010
  79. Cutie Pai "oningyō to mahō no Restaurant"
    Techno-pop idol unit Cutie Pai (MySpace) has a 2nd album out now, with the theme of a full course at a restaurant. The title translates to "The dolls and the magical restaurant". Featured "dolls" are Mayu-chan, eye-taso (aka Julie Watai),...
    Posted on January 1, 2011 at 20:35. | Released on December 22, 2010
  80. Gig report: CTO LAB., Candles, Hi-5, spoon+
    Text and photos by Patrick Benny for Tokyo's Coolest Sound Last Monday (December 27) was my first occasion to see CTO LAB., a side-unit of Imai Kentarō (The Aprils), polymoog (Elektel) and Okada Tōru (Moonriders), which I had been wanting...
    Posted on December 31, 2010 at 17:46.
  81. Various Artists "There Was A Time ~The Beginning of Japanese Club Jazz~"
    Do you like Japanese club jazz? Do you know its where it all began? Find out missing pieces on this new compilation, with U.F.O., Jazztronik, Monday Michiru, Mondo Grosso, Kyoto Jazz Massive, Chari Chari, Spiritual Vibes and more. Various Artists...
    Posted on December 31, 2010 at 11:10. | Released on December 15, 2010
  82. Gig report: Harajuku Performance+: Nomiya Maki, Open Reel Ensemble
    Text by Patrick Benny for Tokyo's Coolest Sound Last week on Tuesday December 22 was the first of two days of a performance-themed event at La Foret Museum, Harajuku, titled "Harajuku Performance+". On that day were two artists that I...
    Posted on December 30, 2010 at 21:37.
  83. Gig report: Groove Unchant "Notre Musique" release party
    Text and photos by Patrick Benny for Tokyo's Coolest Sound On December 18, Groove Unchant was of passage in Tokyo part of a tour for the release of his first album "Notre Musique" (out last month on Orange Records). Even...
    Posted on December 30, 2010 at 01:46.
  84. Gig report: We "hub" music Vol. 01: Yasuda Toshiyuki, the firefly clan, Wono Satoru
    Text and photos by Patrick Benny for Tokyo's Coolest Sound On December 11 was held a very special event organized by Yasuda Toshiyuki. The place was a beautiful house with a large garden in Yotsuya managed by Pierre Barouh, a...
    Posted on December 26, 2010 at 18:54.
  85. Gig report: Electronic World Cup 2010
    Text and photos by Patrick Benny for Tokyo's Coolest Sound It's been a month already since I went to this really fun event titled "Electronic World Cup 2010". Organized by Kishino Yūichi (hige no mibōjin aka La veuve moustachue aka...
    Posted on December 18, 2010 at 14:08.
  86. EeL "Kung-Fu People Etcetera"
    Have you missed EeL's early albums? Here's a new release that contains the best tracks from both "Kung-Fu Master" and "people people", now both pretty rare, as well as 2 new tracks and a new arrangement! A free MP3 if...
    Posted on December 15, 2010 at 22:56. | Released on December 21, 2010
  87. Kimura Kaela "A winter fairy is melting a snowman"
    Following the big hit "Ring a Ding Dong", here comes another new catchy song from Kimura Kaela. Written and produced by the same person as the previous ( Watanabe Shinobu of band Asparagus), this one is a winter track that...
    Posted on December 15, 2010 at 00:22. | Released on December 8, 2010
  88. Original Soundtrack "Cheburashka and the Circus ~ Circus ga yatte kita ~"
    There's a new Cheburashka movie around the corner, starting in theaters here on December 18 (movie official site)! Made mainly by Japanese staff, the movie consists of a remake of "Gena The Crocodile" (original 1969), plus two brand new episodes...
    Posted on December 14, 2010 at 23:04. | Released on December 18, 2010
  89. Chabe "6 Songs For Kit Gallery" (10")
    Chabe (aka Cubismo Grafico), has a first release going by his nickname. This is his first solo release since "Nuit" (2007). This is a 10" including 3 brand new songs, and on the B-side 3 cover songs featuring various female...
    Posted on December 9, 2010 at 22:28. | Released on December 15, 2010
  90. Various Artists "MemorieS ~Songs for the Season of White~"
    Here's a winter-themed tribute album to 80's super-idol Matsuda Seiko, coordinated by talent and singer Chiaki. Featured are various young artists including Frenesi. All songs can be sampled over at MySpace. Also watch the trailer clip below. Various Artists "MemorieS...
    Posted on December 9, 2010 at 21:46. | Released on December 15, 2010
  91. Polysics "eee-P!!!"
    Polysics have a new mini-album, celebrating their 10th anniversary since moving to a major label. This is also their first release since having left singer Kayo behind. There's a limited edition that comes with a DVD containing a documentary about...
    Posted on December 8, 2010 at 00:07. | Released on December 8, 2010
  92. Various Artists "utau Piano danshi"
    Here's a first compilation on Delicatessen Recordings, the label of Nakatsuka Takeshi. The title translates to "singing piano guys", and indeed features male singer-songwriters, a few of the songs mainly just piano and vocals while over half is more band-...
    Posted on December 7, 2010 at 23:10. | Released on December 8, 2010
  93. "Oh! Mikey Romance" (DVD)
    Oh! Mikey is celebrating its 10th anniversary already!? Here comes a DVD of 10 brand new black humor-filled episodes, the first new material in almost 3 years. Mikey fans rejoice! "Oh! Mikey Romance" (DVD) (Region 2 NTSC, 4:3, English subtitles)...
    Posted on December 5, 2010 at 23:10. | Released on December 3, 2010
  94. Various Artists "We wish you a happy"
    A Christmas compilation is out just now on label Niw!. This includes both Christmas classics and original songs, featuring Cubismo Grafico Five, miila (whose 7" is out at the same time on the label), Frontier Backyard and other artists from...
    Posted on December 2, 2010 at 21:53. | Released on December 3, 2010
  95. Towa Tei "Pac Is Back!", Scha Dara Parr feat. Robochū & Kaseki Cider "Warp Tunnel" (Download)
    Towa Tei and Scha Dara Parr pay tribute to Pac-Man, the famous game now celebrating its 30th anniverary! Two catchy tracks are available from today on iTunes Japan. Towa Tei "Pac Is Back!" Out now (12/1), ¥200 Sample/buy: Scha Dara...
    Posted on December 1, 2010 at 22:42. | Released on December 1, 2010
  96. Groove Unchant "Notre Musique"
    DJ and producer Groove Unchant has a first full album out just now on Orange Records! Featured are vocalists Nomoto Karia, Hamasaki Yōko (Urbangarde), Pecombo, Suzuki Momoko and more, as well as remixes by Tanaka Tomonao (S-Klapp, Tremorela, One Four...
    Posted on November 30, 2010 at 18:38. | Released on December 1, 2010
  97. Makoto Miura "Je suis snob"
    After several great mix CDs and various tracks here and there, here's a first original album by Miura Makoto (aka Monsieur Mieurax)! Necozawa Emi and others are featured. Check out the trailer clip below, and then go hear samples of...
    Posted on November 25, 2010 at 20:55. | Released on November 3, 2010
  98. miila and the geeks "6 Songs" (7")
    miila and the geeks, the unit of Moe (Love and Hates, Twee Grrrls Club) with her geeky friends on sax and drums, has a first release coming as a 7" (CD-R included). 6 songs no less! miila and the geeks...
    Posted on November 24, 2010 at 22:29. | Released on December 3, 2010
  99. Panda 1/2 "chūkagai ukiuki dōri" (Download)
    Panda 1/2 have a new single available now on iTunes! The title takes from Ozawa Kenji's song "tsukai ukiuki dōri". Watch the teaser clip below in which singer M!nam! eats way too much Chinese food *filmed in just two days?!)!...
    Posted on November 24, 2010 at 00:15. | Released on November 24, 2010
  100. FPM "Goddess (Track For Kuriki)" (Download)
    A few months ago, FPM made a track for Japanese mountain climber Kuriki Nobukazu who went and tried to climb Mount Everest ("from the southeast ridge route without supplimentary oxygen", though he retired at 7750m). The track can be heard...
    Posted on November 21, 2010 at 19:18. | Released on November 17, 2010

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