Various Artists "House Disney"
Fantastic Plastic Machine has contributed a track to this house cover compilation of Disney tunes! Also featured are Meg, Q;indivi, Ayuse Kozue, Osawa Shinichi and more. The FPM track only has been specially released in advance on iTunes Japan. That's...
Posted on January 22, 2009 at 21:58. | Released on January 28, 2009
Avalon "Lost Minstrelsy"
2nd release from Escalator-related label (sub-label?) Big Love, here's a brand new EP by Avalon! Avalon "Lost Minstrelsy" 1. Mate of the Dark Passage 2. Antimask Pageant 3. The Improvisatore 4. Verses Big Love XQAV-1578 Out 1/28, ¥2205 Order: Amazon,...
Posted on January 22, 2009 at 21:27. | Released on January 28, 2009
Digiki "Dense Music EP" (12")
Digiki's remix album "Dense Music" (out last year) finally gets a vinyl release! Included are remixes by Toshiyuki Yasuda (ex-Fantastic Plastic Machine), Dexpistols, O.Lamm, Jean Nipon, plus even some non-album remixes. Out on Tokyo Fun Party! Audio samples at Jet...
Posted on January 20, 2009 at 23:44. | Released on January 21, 2009
Citrus "Pits Are The Pits (25 GOLD=RARE=DEBRIS 1992-2000)"
Legendary band Citrus has a first and last "album" out just now! This is actually a collection of all of their 4 released EPs plus a bunch of rarities, such as rare tracks "Hivernate under the ground" (from magazine Barf-Out!,...
Posted on January 17, 2009 at 23:33. | Released on January 21, 2009
Star Dish "Jazz Conversation E.P." (12")
Star Dish is the new unit of Organ Bar DJ Sano Atsushi (behind the brilliant unit Sherlock Notes) together with Katokunnlee (aka Playa). This first single contains a future latin jazz cover of "Balkan Blue" featuring members of Jabberloop, and...
Posted on January 16, 2009 at 23:36. | Released on January 16, 2009
RAJ feat. Harunasuzu "Song For Love" (12")
New Japanese house label Japan Recordings brings for a first release this new-comer DJ unit called RAJ. This is a pure house track with a catchy piano riff and female vocals by session vocalist Harunasuzu. Including a remix by Iwaya...
Posted on January 16, 2009 at 23:15. | Released on January 16, 2009
Various Artists "Electro Girl Lovers"
This compilation brings out some relatively new faces in Japan's female electro-pop scene. Featured are Fujisawa Shiho (with a track from her upcoming album "Funky Girl"), immi, CHIX CHICKS, Ikio Ayaka, SAWA, British-Japanese MiChi, and more. Audio samples at HMV...
Posted on January 12, 2009 at 23:59. | Released on January 7, 2009
Towa Tei "Big Fun"
DiscID: 890a430a
Posted on January 11, 2009 at 12:44. | Released on February 4, 2009
les 5-4-3-2-1's Three Star Show!!
After 15 years, les 5-4-3-2-1 will be back this year for the time of one special show! The show will feature first vocalist Hitomi, bassist and leader Sally Kubota, and long-time collaborator Nakayama Tsutomu. In case you missed it, a...
Posted on January 7, 2009 at 23:05. | Released on March 20, 2009
Vanilla Beans "ashita wa ashita no natsu ga kuru" (Download)
Here are two more recent Vanilla Beans downloads that I had nearly missed. Both of these are to be included on the upcoming self-titled first album, although they will be offered respectively in "album version" and "remastered version". So, just...
Posted on January 4, 2009 at 23:09. | Released on December 24, 2008
Fujisawa Shiho "Funky Girl" (12")
The last beats of 2008, here's a first 12" cut of two tracks from indies club trackmaker girl Fujisawa Shiho's very promising forthcoming 2nd album (due for the end of January). A-side "Funky☆Girl" is a club-pop track with a fat...
Posted on December 31, 2008 at 11:54. | Released on December 29, 2008
ravex "I Rave You feat. DJ Ozma"
The latest from Fantastic Plastic Machine is this new all-star unit called ravex in which he teams up with Ōsawa Shinichi and Taku Takahashi (m-flo). As the name makes it sound, this is not quite the FPM we've been used...
Posted on December 14, 2008 at 14:41. | Released on December 17, 2008
Nakatsuka Takeshi "yume o kanaeru zō Original Soundtrack"
Nakatsuka Takeshi (Qypthone) has produced this groovy club-pop soundtrack for recent comedy TV drama series "yume o kanaeru zō" ("The elephant that makes dreams come true"). You can get a taste of the music in a trailer at the official...
Posted on December 14, 2008 at 14:20. | Released on December 17, 2008
akiko "a white album" (12")
Jazz vocalist akiko's Christmas album "a white album", produced Konishi Yasuharu last year, is being reissued on vinyl for DJs and analog jazz lovers. akiko "a white album" (12") A1. Auld Lang Syne A2. Santa ga machi ni yatte kuru...
Posted on December 14, 2008 at 13:54. | Released on December 3, 2008
Atsushi Sano "Music Menu 004"
DiscID: 260e9a16
Posted on December 11, 2008 at 22:49. | Released on November 23, 2008
YMCK "Family Cooking"
DiscID: 6d063e09
Posted on December 2, 2008 at 23:57. | Released on January 21, 2009
Horie Yui "Vanilla Salt ~Toradora Ending Theme"
Anime voice actress Horie Yui's latest single will certainly appeal to Perfume and Aira Mitsuki fans, and it's arranged/produced by Nakatsuka Takeshi (Qypthone)! A limited edition contains a video clip of the title track, which can also be seen on...
Posted on November 30, 2008 at 21:22. | Released on October 22, 2008
Moonriders "Moonriders Live at Shinjuku Loft 2006.4.15" (DVD)
Moonriders have a live DVD coming up next month, of their 30th anniversary show where they shared the stage with Portable Rock! If it includes encores, as it seems to do, that would mean that you can catch Nomiya Maki...
Posted on November 30, 2008 at 21:01. | Released on December 17, 2008
Various Artists "Second Royal vol.4 ~Winter Issue~"
Kyoto label Second Royal brings us a 4th compilation, this time with a winter theme. This contains new tracks by residents Handsomeboy Technique, Rufus and Halfby (actually, Halfby's is a recycled iTunes-only release from 2 years ago). There's also a...
Posted on November 24, 2008 at 20:31. | Released on December 13, 2008
comoestas "Dentaku / Soroban" (7")
We've waited and waited, finally here are some brand new tracks by Comoesta Yaegashi aka comoestas!! Side A is a mambo-ish club cover of the famous Kraftwerk song "Dentaku", while B-side "Soroban" is an original by Comoesta. Can't go wrong...
Posted on November 13, 2008 at 22:26. | Released on November 12, 2008
Kahimi Karie "Music For Nipper"
Kahimi Karie has produced a short compilation aimed at dogs and their owners, hoping to make it ambient music able to soothe both. The music is written by Kanda Tomoki, with one track co-written by Kojima Daisuke of Port of...
Posted on November 11, 2008 at 23:25. | Released on November 5, 2008
Perfume "Dream Fighter"
Perfume is back again with a new single, 2nd since their hit album "Game". As usual this is produced by capsule's Nakata Yasutaka, who has also been busy with new albums for his own band (out on the same day)...
Posted on November 9, 2008 at 12:06. | Released on November 19, 2008
capsule "MORE! MORE! MORE!"
DiscID: 7d0a9f0a
Posted on November 9, 2008 at 02:20. | Released on November 19, 2008
Tomohisa Obata "Sastain Life + MUSIC" (12")
New-comer DJ, composer and trackmaker Obata Tomohisa brings us this brilliant first 12" produced by Fujisawa Shiho. These 4 cute and happy vocal tracks featuring singer Yuka will be sure to turn the heads of capsule and Perfume fans! This...
Posted on October 30, 2008 at 22:19. | Released on November 7, 2008
Oikawa Mitsuhiro "Rainbow-Man"
Konishi Yasuharu wrote and produced a track for the new album of Oikawa Mitsuhiro (aka Michie). The track in question, titled "That's Entertainment.", has Konishi's distinctive club sound and sure reminds of Pizzicato Five, and also seems to borrow a...
Posted on October 30, 2008 at 22:12. | Released on November 5, 2008
Vanilla Beans "Shopping Kirari" (Download)
Vanilla Beans' continue their download-only series with another new song! This is available via iTunes Japan and others. By the way, it looks like they have a CD single planned for release at the end of January. Stay tuned! Vanilla...
Posted on October 29, 2008 at 22:40. | Released on October 29, 2008
Fujisawa Shiho "After Hours E.P.03" (12")
3rd and last of this EP series, DJ/trackmaker Fujisawa Shiho is here remixed by none other than Halfby! "After hours" mixes of three other tracks from her album "Happy Hour" are also included, such as techno-pop track "Everything is alright"...
Posted on October 24, 2008 at 22:54.
Fujisawa Shiho "After Hours E.P.02" (12")
This is the 2nd of EP series from girl DJ/trackmaker Fujiwara Shiho's album "Happy Hour". Side A has DJ breakbeat tracks, one remixed by Boot Beat, and side B has great vocal tracks including a cover of Pizzicato Five's "Drinking...
Posted on October 24, 2008 at 22:44. | Released on September 13, 2008
Kaji Hideki "Lollipop"
Kaji Hideki has an 11th album out now! Said to have an 80's taste, it not only features guests such as Yoshié, Horie Hirohisa (pupa, Neil & Iraiza), Cornelius and Yoshida Jin (Salon Music), but the super catchy song "amai...
Posted on October 21, 2008 at 00:54. | Released on October 21, 2008
dahlia "Nude Lumière"
DiscID: 5706d808
Posted on October 14, 2008 at 00:10. | Released on November 5, 2008
Halcali "Long Kiss Good Bye"
Halcali have a new single coming up! It's been over a year since their latest album "Cyborg oretachi", but they can also be caught on the recent Akatsuka Fujio tribute album. The B-side "Flash" is produced by Ram Rider. A...
Posted on October 13, 2008 at 23:59. | Released on November 12, 2008
Various Artists "Akatsuka Fujio Tribute ~41sai no haru dakara~"
Famous manga artist Akatsuka Fujio passed away this summer. He was famous for works like "Tensai Bakabon", "Osomatsu-kun" and "Himitsu no Akko-chan". Here, musical artists related to the club scene pay him tribute with covers of theme songs. Featured are...
Posted on October 13, 2008 at 23:57. | Released on September 24, 2008
Denki Groove "Yellow"
DiscID: 8a0ae40b
Posted on October 12, 2008 at 22:38. | Released on October 15, 2008
yes, mama ok? "Incomplete Questions"
yes, mama ok? have a complete boxed set just out that regroups all of their releases on LD&K and Columbia. That's a total of 55 songs from "Coffee Cup de Rendez-vous tte saikō yo", "tea party", "suna no Pudding", "modern...
Posted on October 4, 2008 at 15:41. | Released on September 26, 2008
Vanilla Beans "Afternoon a Go-Go -We Love You Mix-" (Download)
Vanilla Beans' recent download-only single "Afternoon a Go-Go" is now available in a remixed version, again for download only via iTunes and others. Vanilla Beans "Afternoon a Go-Go -We Love You Mix-" (Download) Tokuma TWEB-149 Out now (9/24), ¥200 Sample/buy:...
Posted on September 27, 2008 at 23:29. | Released on September 24, 2008
Various Artists "incense"
DiscID: 2b114513
Posted on September 27, 2008 at 23:15. | Released on September 24, 2008
Miura Makoto "dada volume 1"
DiscID: 910e921c
Posted on September 27, 2008 at 11:18. | Released on September 6, 2008
fragrance feat. Tsuji Kaori "The Book of Love No.1 ~ Variété"
This is an album of J-pop covers featuring singer Tsuji Kaori. Hase Yasuhiro of solange et delphine contributed arrangements for several of the songs. The package includes a book. fragrance feat. Tsuji Kaori "The Book of Love No.1 ~ Variété"...
Posted on September 27, 2008 at 11:17. | Released on September 17, 2008
Various Artists "Silent Dream 2 - mixed by Masanori Ikeda"
Ikeda Masanori (aka Mansfield) (MySpace) has selected tracks from house label Flower Records for this non-stop compilation mixed by himself. Several of the tracks are presented in a special edit just for this release. Audio samples at Flower Records Various...
Posted on September 18, 2008 at 22:49. | Released on September 3, 2008
Yukari Fresh "Flammable Tapes", "Instrumentally Flammable"
Just a month after a new album, here come two "greatest hits" albums from Yukari Fresh! The first, "Flammable Tapes", is a real greatest hits of tracks previously released on her albums from 1997 to 2008 going rarer everyday. The...
Posted on September 18, 2008 at 22:38. | Released on October 8, 2008
Various Artists "Joke Collection 02" (12")
Gotta keep things quiet, but this is big... Someone is back into club music mode and brings us a brand new track under the new moniker The 5243's. Produced by 5243, programming by Yoshida Tetsuto. A must! Not negligible are...
Posted on September 11, 2008 at 23:55. | Released on September 12, 2008
Ukawanimation! "wakusei no Portrait 5okuman gaso"
Designer/VJ Ukawa Naohiro has a new music solo project. Here he is joined by Ishino Takkyū (Denki Groove) who made the music for the title track, of which the title means "A planet's portrait, 500 megapixels". De De Mouse also...
Posted on September 6, 2008 at 12:44. | Released on September 24, 2008
Meg "Precious"
Here comes a new single from Meg, once again produced by Nakata Yasutaka (capsule, Perfume)! This comes in two editions, each with different artwork, and quite strange one at that! The DVD contains a video clip of the title track...
Posted on September 6, 2008 at 02:39. | Released on September 17, 2008
Rufus "Pocket Full of Nothing"
Second Royal artist Rufus (MySpace) is back with this new mini-album of 6 songs. Tower Records offers a bonus CD containing a previously unreleased track, and HMV a promo sticker. While supplies last! Audio samples now up at MySpace Rufus...
Posted on September 6, 2008 at 02:29. | Released on October 16, 2008
Aira Mitsuki "Robot Honey"
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Posted on September 2, 2008 at 22:29. | Released on October 29, 2008
Various Artists "House of Jewels mixed by DJ Hico"
DJ Hico is a female DJ gaining popularity recently in the Tokyo house scene. Having been spinning at receptions for brands like Louis Vuitton, Prada, Miu Miu and Armani, now Towa Tei brings us her first mix CD on his...
Posted on September 1, 2008 at 23:32. | Released on September 3, 2008
Tokyo Boys Bravo, DJ chipple in Koenji
Announcement! / 告知 I will be DJing at Kōenji café-bar Connection on September 12, in an event focusing on techno-pop of the 80's. I plan to play techno-kayō, vocal pop of the 80's either produced by or reminding of YMO,...
Posted on August 31, 2008 at 13:47. | Released on September 12, 2008
Vanilla Beans "Afternoon a Go-Go" (Download)
Post-Shibuya-kei idol unit Vanilla Beans are back with a new song, this time download-only through iTunes and mobile phone site Recochoku. A sample be heard at Tokuma Japan (click the "WMP" link). Vanilla Beans "Afternoon a Go-Go" (Download) Tokuma TWEB-132...
Posted on August 30, 2008 at 01:26. | Released on August 27, 2008
Ricky Amigos "Tequila" (7")
Out just now is a Japanese 7" pressing of French artist Ricky Amigos' 80's cover of "Tequila", coming with a brand new swinging remix by Boot Beat! The original can also be heard on his latest mix CD "Manifesto 3"....
Posted on August 28, 2008 at 21:58. | Released on August 24, 2008
Family kanshasai - YMCK 2 days live
YMCK presents this 2-day event in Shibuya this week. Each day has artists of different styles, Wednesday focusing on Shibuya-kei ties with Kaji Hideki and Watanababy, and Thursday with 8-bit/game units such as Sexy Synthesizer, Hally (Hally from VORC) and...
Posted on August 26, 2008 at 00:42. | Released on August 27, 2008
Fujisawa Shiho "After Hours E.P.01" (12")
A first 12" EP of songs from Fujisawa Shiho's excellent "Happy Hour" album is available now! It contains different cuts of two songs from the album, plus brand new remixes by Yoshida Tetsuto (Readymade) and also Iwaya Shigeru of Groovy...
Posted on August 24, 2008 at 23:59. | Released on August 21, 2008
Yann Tomita "Yann Tomita's 'Summer Workshop'" (2 DVDs+Book)
Yann Tomita brings us this set of 2 DVDs mainly consisting of a live show and lecture held on July 9, 2006 at small venue Shibuya Uplink. Featured are Ohno Yumiko (Buffalo Daughter, Doopees), Kahimi Karie, and Takagi Kan. As...
Posted on August 24, 2008 at 23:56. | Released on August 27, 2008
Various Artists "Speed Racer Japan ~Mach GoGoGo Tribute~"
Anime series "Mach GoGoGo", known to the rest of the world as "Speed Racer", is being paid homage on this tribute album featuring Fantastic Plastic Machine, Halfby, Kaji Hideki, Kiiiiiii+DJ Codomo, Ishino Takkyū (Denki Groove, InK), Kawanabe Hiroshi (Tokyo No.1...
Posted on August 24, 2008 at 23:37. | Released on August 27, 2008
bice mini-live at HMV Shibuya
bice continues promotion for her new album "kanaerarenai koi no tame ni", out now on columbia*readymade. Konishi Yasuharu will appear as a special guest at this mini-live and autograph session at HMV Shibuya. See bice's information page for the full...
Posted on August 4, 2008 at 22:15. | Released on September 6, 2008
Hazel Nuts Chocolate "Cute (Korean Edition)"
Good news for all of those who have been going nuts trying to get their hands on the now rare 2nd album "Cute" (2005) by Hazel Nuts Chocolate, it's being released in Korea! Just don't miss it this time around....
Posted on August 2, 2008 at 02:57. | Released on August 14, 2008
Yukari Fresh "Grrrl, Summer Cape Kid, etc."
Yes, a new album from Yukari Fresh! This one is said to be a bit special, as each song was recorded in one shot, unedited. Yukari can be heard playing the drums, singing and whistling throughout. Emori Takeaki (Yoga'n'ants, Tone...
Posted on August 2, 2008 at 02:32. | Released on August 27, 2008
Aldo Vanucci vs Feature Cast "Aldo's Theme" (7")
UK breakbeats DJ Aldo Vanucci's new theme song is out now in Japan! This 7" even contains a remix by Fujisawa Shiho, mixed and mastered by Yoshida Tetsuto. Great party track! Well known figure of the Japan club scene, Aldo...
Posted on July 24, 2008 at 17:40. | Released on July 21, 2008
Various Artists "The Future Is Yours"
A new compilation from Crue-L Records brings us new sounds of Japanese music. All tracks are brand new and exclusive to this release. Featured are Crue-L regulars such as Fran-Key, Spikewave, Stoned Green Apples, and more. There are also two...
Posted on July 24, 2008 at 16:59. | Released on August 29, 2008
Barfout! presents Club Authentica vol.25: bice live
bice is doing a promotion tour throughout Japan tour this August, promoting her new album "kanaerarenai koi no tame ni" out now on columbia*readymade. This special show here presented by magazine Barfout! is a unique chance to see a full...
Posted on July 23, 2008 at 16:30. | Released on August 7, 2008
bice live at Apple Store Ginza
bice is doing a promotion tour throughout Japan tour this August, promoting her new album "kanaerarenai koi no tame ni" out now on columbia*readymade. See her information page for the full schedule. bice release tour 2008 ~kanaerarenai koi no tame...
Posted on July 23, 2008 at 16:26. | Released on August 17, 2008
bice live at Apple Store Shibuya
bice is doing a promotion tour throughout Japan tour this August, promoting her new album "kanaerarenai koi no tame ni" out now on columbia*readymade. See her information page for the full schedule. bice release tour 2008 ~kanaerarenai koi no tame...
Posted on July 23, 2008 at 16:25. | Released on August 2, 2008
Clazziquai Project "Beat In Love"
Korean club unit Clazziquai Project, good friends with m-flo, FPM and the likes, has a new album aimed at Japan coming soon. Included are mostly tracks from their previously released (outside of Japan) album "Robotica", including remixes by FPM and...
Posted on July 22, 2008 at 16:49. | Released on August 13, 2008
Cubismo Grafico Five "Pleasures"
Cubismo Grafico Five has been releasing a bunch of 7"'s containing new songs over the last year or so, all in collaboration with different artists. Most of those have sold out since, but no worries, all songs can finally be...
Posted on July 22, 2008 at 16:30. | Released on August 8, 2008
Koshi Miharu "nozoki mado"
Up next from Hosono Haruomi's daisyworld label is a new original album from Koshi Miharu, her first in 5 years. This is said to be a collection of cabaret songs with nostalgic melodies of waltz, polka and swing. Koshi Miharu...
Posted on July 22, 2008 at 16:22. | Released on August 6, 2008
Nakatsuka Takeshi "Kiss & Ride"
Nakatsuka Takeshi (Qypthone, Happiness Records) has a new solo album on the way. The album is said to be part mellow house, part electro-pop, and will feature guests Nomiya Maki (ex-Pizzicato Five), Eli (ex-Love Tambourines), Utamaru (Rhymester), and more. Nakatsuka...
Posted on July 22, 2008 at 16:04. | Released on September 17, 2008
HASYMO "the city of light / tokyo town pages"
HASYMO, the recent unit of Sakamoto Ryūichi, Hosono Haruomi and Takahashi Yukihiro (all three formerly YMO = Yellow Magic Orchestra), has a new single coming up. Included are "the city of light", the theme song of News23, and "tokyo town...
Posted on July 22, 2008 at 15:38. | Released on August 6, 2008
kayōkyoku bangaichi ~ Live & DJ event: arcorhyme live
arcorhyme, the unit of Takanami K-taro (ex-Pizzicato Five) and singer Nishimura Ikuyo, will take the lead at this kayōkyoku live event organized by Hotwax, celebrating the release of a related book sub-titled "Queen of Japanese Pops" . Also featured will...
Posted on July 22, 2008 at 14:43. | Released on July 25, 2008
"Keroyon to Fujishiro Seiji Musical no sekai" (2CD)
The singing man-sized frog, 60's musical hero Keroyon has all his songs presented together on this deluxe 2-CD set out today! Included are a total of 55 tracks, that's 44 songs plus 11 story tracks. Many of the songs are...
Posted on July 22, 2008 at 14:32. | Released on July 23, 2008
The Fairbanks "Love Again" (12")
The Fairbanks, aka Suzuki Masanori (April Set, regular DJ at Organ b.), brings us a new remix 12" that's sure to keep Tokyo's dancefloors moving. "Love Again" is Swedish female jazz singer Meta Roos' "Here We Are Falling In Love...
Posted on July 21, 2008 at 01:23. | Released on July 17, 2008
Aira Mitsuki "Copy"
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Posted on July 16, 2008 at 00:35. | Released on September 3, 2008
Digiki "Dense Music"
International remixers bring the beat back from vacation and put it on the dense floor. Digiki's tracks from latest album "Beat Vacation" are here more danceable than ever! Features Toshiyuki Yasuda (Japan, early Fantastic Plastic Machine), Dexpistols (Japan), O.Lamm (France),...
Posted on July 10, 2008 at 22:17. | Released on July 5, 2008
Towa Tei feat. Lina Ohta "A.O.R" (DVD+earphones)
Towa Tei has a new DVD single for his latest track, "A.O.R" feat Lina Ohta. It's a special package including earphones by Amadana, his brother's cool design brand, in a limited "champagne gold" color. This package is very limited, so...
Posted on July 10, 2008 at 21:48. | Released on July 1, 2008
Various Artists "Sounds of March ~Nissan March Historical Compilation~"
Nissan's commercial for its popular March car have used several Shibuya-kei-related songs over the years, including Kahimi Karie, a cover of Flipper's Guitar by Nakatsuka Takeshi, an original mid-90's song by Konishi Yasuharu, a cover sung by Harada Ikuko (Clammbon)...
Posted on July 9, 2008 at 13:43. | Released on August 6, 2008
pupa "floating pupa pre-remix e.p."
I just learned about this, but pupa (Takahashi Yukihiro et al.) had released on iTunes a 4-track remix EP a week before the release of album "floating pupa". 4 tracks from the album are remixed by members Takada Ren, Horie...
Posted on July 6, 2008 at 01:00. | Released on June 25, 2008
Crystal Kay "One"
Mainstream R&B singer Crystal Kay (half-American half-Korean raised in Japan) has a new single coming up that will include remixes by Cornelius and also DexPistols! I'll spare you the details on the Pokemon limited edition that does not include the...
Posted on July 5, 2008 at 13:39. | Released on July 16, 2008
arcorhyme afternoon live at Grand Cru (vol.5)
This month will be held the 5th edition of arcorhyme's early afternoon monthly show at Après-midi Grand Cru, the pasta and wine restaurant located below Café Après-midi. There will be two free sets with different songs. Charge is free, so...
Posted on July 3, 2008 at 15:04. | Released on July 20, 2008
Various Artists "1 ~Every Conversation Records Compilation~"
Escalator Records' sub-label Every Conversation, which aims to release 7"'s of foreign artists that they judge would appeal to the Japan indies scene, is releasing a first CD compilation. The perfect way to catch up with what's been up! Various...
Posted on June 30, 2008 at 21:19. | Released on July 30, 2008
bridge: Iwamura Manabu free afternoon DJ
There will be a free afternoon DJ party next weekend in Aoyama, with Iwamura Manabu (Readymade) and Matsumoto Koichi (Le3, ex-Soul Bossa Trio). The venue has a large window and an outdoor space, which should feel very good on a...
Posted on June 28, 2008 at 13:04. | Released on July 6, 2008
Yunoki Ryūichirō "Nevaeva", Aida Shigekazu "So It Goes"
Yunoki Ryūichirō (El-Malo) has a first solo album just out. The song "Summer Phase" features Cornelius, and it can currently be heard on YouTube. At the same time is released another solo album, by El-Malo band-mate Aida Shigekazu. Find details...
Posted on June 28, 2008 at 00:50. | Released on June 18, 2008
noelle "Love Electro"
noelle is a new electro/club-style project aiming to cover popular J-pop love songs. Tracks are produced by various DJs/producers and feature female vocals. This first album features producers Nakatsuka Takeshi (Qypthone), Dr.Usui (Motocompo), Ram Rider and others. Audio samples at...
Posted on June 24, 2008 at 17:49. | Released on July 9, 2008
Various Artists "JANT."
Featured are mostly previously released songs by Nomoto Karia, Qypthone, Nakatsuka Takeshi, Groove Unchant (new track), April Set, Le3, Bond Expo '60 feat. Pecombo, and more. Various Artists "JANT." 1. Bougain Ville-A / kimi to Drive 2. Bond Expo '60...
Posted on June 23, 2008 at 13:26. | Released on June 21, 2008
Kawashima Circulation Bus Line live at Enban
Kawashima Circulation Bus Line is the new unit of electronic artist Hosaka Akane (MySpace), whose album "Niko Niko Denki Muzic" is just out, together with DJ Peaky who accompanied her at a recent live performance. This is KCBL's very first...
Posted on June 22, 2008 at 16:29. | Released on June 28, 2008
EeL "keep making fun of me" (Download)
EeL has a new single out with 3 brand new tracks. Featured producers are Ito Hidenobu, Elegant Ferry and DJ Vivienne Kanye Westwood (drummer of Harajyuku Sisters). Included is an a cappella version of the title track, to be used...
Posted on June 13, 2008 at 11:27. | Released on June 12, 2008
Tsuchiya Anna "Crazy World feat. AI"
Model/singer/actress Tsuchiya Anna has a new single which includes a FPM remix. Available are a limited edition with bonus DVD (containing a music video of the original title track), a regular edition (CD only), and also a limited vinyl edition....
Posted on June 11, 2008 at 18:29. | Released on June 11, 2008
