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
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.
The Fascinations in-store live
The Fascinations will play a free in-store live at Village Vanguard in Shimokitazawa, celebrating the release of cover album "My Funny Vibraphone" available only at Village Vanguard shops. The question is where in that crowded shop can they possibly make...
Posted on March 22, 2007 at 17:48. | Released on April 6, 2007
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..."
DiscID: 92083b0a
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
Rondo Brothers "Until We Ill We All Fall Down" (12")
Rondo Brothers, U.S. producer team featured on Halfby's upcoming single "Star Track", will have a 7" out on Jet Set Records that will include remixes by Cubismo Grafico and Collette (Second Royal). Rondo Brothers "Until We Ill We All Fall...
Posted on February 21, 2007 at 10:30. | Released in May 2007
Cibo Matto "Pom Pom: The Essential Cibo Matto"
Cibo Matto has a greatest hits album coming up on Rhino in the U.S. It's all remastered and will include two previously unreleased tracks. Cibo Matto "Pom Pom: The Essential Cibo Matto" 1. Sugar Water 2. Spoon 3. Sci-Fi Wasabi...
Posted on February 17, 2007 at 01:35. | Released on March 20, 2007
Sally Soul Stew reko-hatsu DJ
Sally Kubota and friends will DJ for free at Ebisu's cozy Kissa Ginza, celebrating the release of album Sally Soul Stew "uchū de Rendez-vous ~Rendez-vous à l'univers~"! Cafe kakarichō ~ Sally Soul Stew reko-hatsu DJ カフェ係長〜サリー・ソウル・シチューレコ発DJ on 2/22 at Ebisu...
Posted on February 13, 2007 at 10:44. | Released on February 22, 2007
Nomoto Karia "Dance Music Sampler Part 1 & 2" (12")
Eight tracks from Nomoto Karia's excellent new album "Dance Music" are being released on two separate 12"'s. Very limited, pressed by Jet Set. Nomoto Karia "Dance Music Sampler Part 1" (12") 野本かりあ "Dance Music Sampler Part 1" A1. FMSB A2....
Posted on February 9, 2007 at 10:25. | Released on March 28, 2007
Various Artists "Tribute to David Bowie"
Japanese artists pay tribute to David Bowie in this compilation featuring Nomiya Maki, Fukutomi Yukihiro feat. Arichika Masumi (T.V. Jesus), Sakamoto Miu, Coldfeet, Nona Reeves, and more. Various Artists "Tribute to David Bowie" 1. Nomiya Maki / Fame 2. The...
Posted on February 8, 2007 at 16:25. | Released on March 21, 2007
Boot Beat "hoshikuzu Boogie Park" (12")
Kamiya Naoaki aka Boot Beat is back with a second single, following his first 12" single "Like a Bossa e.p." and mix CD "Manifesto!" which both sold out instantly. This new one's title track is said to be a swinging...
Posted on February 7, 2007 at 16:31. | Released on June 8, 2007
Perfume "Fan Service [bitter]" (DVD)
On White Day, that's one month after the Valentine's Day release of single "Fan Service [sweet]", will be released a live DVD featuring idol unit Perfume's rare live performance held at Harajuku Astro Hall on December 21, 2006. Backstage and...
Posted on February 6, 2007 at 15:02. | Released on March 14, 2007
Perfume "Perfume ~Complete Best~" (CD+DVD) (re-release)
Idol unit Perfume's sold out first album, which had only been released in a limited edition, is being re-released in a standard edition. The only difference seems to be the bonus track on the DVD which has been swapped for...
Posted on February 6, 2007 at 14:50. | Released on February 14, 2007
Perfume "Fan Service [sweet]" (CD+DVD)
Nakata Yasutaka (capsule)-produced idol unit Perfume is back on Valentine's Day with a first CD single following the release of album "Complete Best". The CD holds two songs, one of these which had been previously released for download. A DVD...
Posted on February 6, 2007 at 14:41. | Released on February 14, 2007
my charm #11 (Book+CD)
DiscID: 9c0b890d
Posted on February 2, 2007 at 17:04. | Released on March 14, 2007
Halfby "Halfbeat" (7")
Halfby's 2nd major single, "Halfbeat", will soon be released on a 7" on Second Royal. Halfby "Halfbeat" (7") A. Halfbeat B. Halfbeat (Half Beat Happening Mix) Second Royal EMF-020 Out 2/22, ¥1260 Order: Jet Set (once out)...
Posted on February 2, 2007 at 14:24. | Released on February 22, 2007
Yellow Magic Orchestra "Rydeen 79/07" (Download)
YMO fans rejoice! The band is back together, at least for the time of a song, and a beer commercial. After reuniting Sadistic Mica Band last year, Kirin Lager did another tour de force by bringing back together all three...
Posted on February 1, 2007 at 15:47. | Released on February 3, 2007
Halcali "Girl! Girl! Girl!" (Download)
I had almost forgotten about Halcali's 3rd seasonal offering, following "Slalom '06" (produced by Handsomeboy Technique) and "2 Higher Clap 007" (produced by Cubismo Grafico). It was announced today and is available right now for download. The new song is...
Posted on February 1, 2007 at 13:24. | Released on February 1, 2007
Various Artists "Prescription ~The other side of classic music~"
Here's one with a few months of delay. I hadn't heard about this compilation of "covers" of classical music by rock and pop artists, featuring Kahimi Karie, Kanda Tomoki (producer for Kahimi Karie, Clémentine), Shimizu Hirotaka (formerly guitarist of Bridge,...
Posted on January 29, 2007 at 11:25. | Released on November 15, 2006
Fami-mōde
I thought I'd post a few highly interesting events occurring this weekend. Catch them if you can! This Saturday night will be Fami-mōde (from hatsumōde, a first visit to a temple for the New Year), a Famicom/8-bit party featuring live...
Posted on January 25, 2007 at 18:07. | Released on January 27, 2007
Halfby "Star Track"
Halfby has a 3rd major single lined up, the title is "Star Track" and will feature U.S. producer team Rondo Brothers guesting on vocals. There will be a limited edition. This single is a 3rd of an apparently planned series...
Posted on January 25, 2007 at 16:20. | Released on March 28, 2007
"Scratching The Surface: Japan" (DVD)
"Scratching The Surface: Japan" is a documentary about the underground hip-hop culture in Japan as of 2003, as seen by UK director Suridh Hassan. After having been shown at film festivals around the world (Vancouver, London, Leeds, Copenhagen), it's first...
Posted on January 23, 2007 at 12:07. | Released on January 26, 2007
Nomoto Karia "Readymade Screen Tests" (DVD)
Two months after the now imminent release of second album "Dance Music", a first Nomoto Karia DVD package will be released. The DVD will include three videoclips ("Tokyo wa yoru no 7ji" ("the night is still young"), "hitomi no naka...
Posted on January 23, 2007 at 10:38. | Released on April 4, 2007
Suzuki Ami "Connetta"
Shortly after the release of her three collaboration singles (one with Buffalo Daughter), Suzuki Ami also has a new album planned. The three collaboration singles' title tracks should be included, as well as more collaborations with the likes of Kaji...
Posted on January 23, 2007 at 10:15. | Released on March 21, 2007
Nomiya Maki Recital vol.1 ~Joy~
Nomiya Maki will hold a first "recital" in March, directed by Romantica and with music by Richard Cameron (Arling & Cameron)! The show will include new songs written by Nomiya & Cameron, covers, songs from Maki's five solo albums, and...
Posted on January 17, 2007 at 10:14. | Released on March 17, 2007
Readymade × Mary: 2007 Valentine's original CD set
This year again, Readymade collaborates with Mary and Takashimaya to offer a set of nine square chocolates together with a 20-song compilation CD selected by Konishi Yasuharu. The package is designed by Readymade boss Hasebe Chisai (aka Mrs. Konishi) together...
Posted on January 11, 2007 at 12:10. | Released on February 11, 2007
Anzai Hajime "hoyahoyara-"
Wacky illustrator/designer/actor/personality Anzai Hajime, seen weekly on late-night TV show "Tamori Club", has a first solo single coming up. No clue what to expect, but it will be worth checking. The song is being featured on NHK's "minna no uta"...
Posted on December 28, 2006 at 16:38. | Released on January 24, 2007
Chocolat & Akito "Tropical"
Following their first self-titled album released in 2005, Chocolat & Akito will be back with a new album in February. The album will feature Shimizu Hirotaka (Little Creatures, ex-Bridge), and also John McEntire who mixed the whole album. Chocolat &...
Posted on December 28, 2006 at 16:25. | Released on February 15, 2007
Various Artists "Sunaga Tatsuo no yoru Jazz: Jazz Allnighters No.7 Polystar/BounDEE hen"
Keeping the quarterly pace, Sunaga Tatsuo will have a new compilation of his popular "Jazz Allnighters" series in February. This time he selects music from label Polystar and BounDEE (a large distributor). Included is Japanese trio West/Rock/Woods performing a cover...
Posted on December 27, 2006 at 11:02. | Released on February 1, 2007
Crazy Ken Band "tenyawanya desuyo"
Crazy Ken Band have a new single lined-up for early 2007. All three songs will be used in the upcoming Fuji TV drama "konshū, tsuma ga uwaki shimasu" starting in January. One song is a new version of the song...
Posted on December 26, 2006 at 14:21. | Released on February 21, 2007
dahlia "Beautiful, But Noir" Release Party
dahlia will play a live show in Tokyo for the first time in 3 years, celebrating the release of her new album "Beautiful, But Noir". Also performing will be vibes unit the fascinations. dahlia "Beautiful, But Noir" Release Party on...
Posted on December 26, 2006 at 11:40. | Released on January 12, 2007
Various Artists "Tribute to Sheryl Crow"
There's a Japanese tribute to Sheryl Crow featuring at least a few interesting artists: Shinohara Tomoe (produced by Kagami), Toki Asako (Cymbals), Suzuki Momoko (ex-Cosa Nostra), ... Worth a check! Audio samples can be heard at HMV and Tower Records...
Posted on December 25, 2006 at 09:24. | Released on December 20, 2006
Groove Unchant "7 uomini d'oro feat. Pecombo" (7")
Groove Unchant, who produced dahlia's latest album "Beautiful, But Noir", has a new 7" being released on New Year's Day. The title track features scat chorus group Pecombo, and the B-side was made together with Tanaka Tomonao (novaFASE, OneFourOne). This...
Posted on December 22, 2006 at 18:22. | Released on January 1, 2007
"otoko wa sore o gaman dekinai" (DVD)
-->Shindō Mitsuo's film immortalizing Shimokitazawa, "otoko wa sore o gaman dekinai", is being released on DVD in a deluxe edition. Aside from the movie, the DVD will also contain 40 minutes of bonus features. "otoko wa sore o gaman dekinai"...
Posted on December 22, 2006 at 16:11. | Released on March 9, 2007
dahlia "Beautiful, But Noir"
DiscID: 7f081609
Posted on December 19, 2006 at 15:34. | Released on November 22, 2006
Various Artists "Intro.2007"
Nagoya indies label abcdefg*record has a magazine+CD compilation coming up next February. All tracks are previously unreleased new songs. Various Artists "Intro.2007" 1. sai / White 2. miette-one / hello- hajimemashite 3. naivepop or petitfool / HOSIKUZU LONELINESS 4. sprito...
Posted on December 18, 2006 at 20:09. | Released on February 28, 2007
Suzuki Ami joins Buffalo Daughter "O.K. Funky God"
Idol Suzuki Ami is to collaborate with Buffalo Daughter for a single. This is part of a series of three collaboration singles, the other two with THC!! and Kirinji. You would need all three to enjoy(?) a narration drama of...
Posted on December 18, 2006 at 18:11. | Released on February 28, 2007
Update: Nomoto Karia
Nomoto Karia "Dance Music" Track list and a bunch of details have been announced by columbia*readymade regarding the upcoming album! With a title like "Dance Music" and a steady BPM of 135, I can't wait! Lately I rarely do this...
Posted on December 15, 2006 at 18:00.
nakamakov "nakamakov"
Last year, indies pop band nakamakov released a 7" containing a Konishi Yasuharu remix of the very cute song "Early early morning". This remix is being released on CD for the first time, together with 5 songs from their first...
Posted on December 15, 2006 at 10:58. | Released on January 20, 2007
Sindbad feat. Takatsuki "Enter The Funniest Temple"
DJ team Sindbad has a new project together with woodbassist/rapper Takatsuki, and a 10-song album is coming at us before the end of the year on highcontrast. Sindbad feat. Takatsuki "Enter The Funniest Temple" 1. Enter the Funniest Temple 2....
Posted on December 4, 2006 at 13:31. | Released on December 20, 2006
Halfby "Halfbeat (Stroll of Rudolph Edit)" (Download)
Halfby has a new iTunes-only track, a Christmas version of the song "Halfbeat"! Available now! Halfby "Halfbeat (Stroll of Rudolph Edit)" (Download) Second Royal Out now, ¥200 Sample/Buy: How to buy from iTunes Japan from overseas...
Posted on December 2, 2006 at 10:42. | Released on December 2, 2006
Halcali "2 Higher Clap 007" (Download)
Following Christmas song "Slalom '06", Halcali continue their seasonal monthly campaign counting down into 2007 with a new song produced by Cubismo Grafico! Words and music are by Katayama Yūgo (Miniflex, Yukari Fresh) with Matsuda "Chabe" Gakuji (Cubismo Grafico). Next...
Posted on December 1, 2006 at 13:34. | Released on January 1, 2007
Various Artists "Groovy Sauce -Genovese-"
Qypthone's Nakatsuka Takeshi brings us a second Groovy Sauce compilation, again a collection of tracks from the popular "Groovy Sauce Collection" vinyl-only series. Out now! Various Artists "Groovy Sauce -Genovese-" (Title / Artist) 1. Melody Fair -Shiho Fujisawa version- /...
Posted on November 29, 2006 at 13:58. | Released on November 22, 2006
Fredo "Remack!"
DiscID: 7d0a4508
Posted on November 28, 2006 at 14:20. | Released on December 27, 2006
capsule "Starry sky" (12")
About a month before their new album is released, capsule first has a 12" maxi single coming out. capsule "Starry sky" (12") A1. Starry sky B1. Reality B2. Sugarless GiRL contemode YCJC-10004 Out 12/13, ¥1365 Order: HMV, Tower Thanks to...
Posted on November 23, 2006 at 11:53. | Released on December 13, 2006
Akakage "Fighissima"
Just last week, Akakage had a third album released. It had been about 3 years since his previous original album "akakage in the earth" . Tower Records tells us that the title is Italian for "fuckin' cool!", sort of. Akakage...
Posted on November 22, 2006 at 14:58. | Released on November 15, 2006
Halcali "Slalom '06" (Download)
There's good and bad news. The good news is that Halcali will be releasing a download-only exclusive seasonal track each month for the next three months! The bad news is for iPod users (and many others), as Halcali's label is...
Posted on November 22, 2006 at 11:07. | Released on December 1, 2006
orange pekoe "Best Remixes & Clips" (CD+DVD)
This week is a bit calm on the release front, so I thought I'd liven things up with this orange pekoe remix collection that comes with a DVD of nine videoclips. Included are three remixes by Sunaga t̀ Experience, and...
Posted on November 20, 2006 at 12:25. | Released on November 22, 2006
Fredo "Just One E.P." (12")
After the recently released Halfby and Handsomeboy Technque 10" EPs, Second Royal's next release is a 12" EP of Fredo's "Just One feat. Bastian" including two remixes. The release date hasn't been yet set at this time, maybe December? Fredo...
Posted on November 17, 2006 at 14:50. | Released in December 2006
Nomoto Karia "Dance Music"
DiscID: ae0e1f0c
Posted on November 16, 2006 at 15:26. | Released on January 24, 2007
Various Artists "anime breakbeats" (to be confirmed)
Muro collaborates with Konishi Yasuharu for this new Japanese animation breakbeats remixes compilations! Must buy! Jacket artwork by Muro. One more will be released a month later!--> This release was first announced in August for release in September, and was...
Posted on November 16, 2006 at 15:12.
capsule "Sugarless GiRL"
DiscID: 8c08700a
Posted on November 10, 2006 at 17:32. | Released on February 21, 2007
Kinbara Chieko "Love & Respect"
And while I was soundly sleeping (or so it seems), club scene violonist Kinbara Chieko released last month a remix compilation album (or "collaboration album" as they call it). Most (if not all) of these remixes were previously available in...
Posted on November 8, 2006 at 15:14. | Released on October 4, 2006
Various Artists "Tokyo Luxury Lounge 2"
Label Grand Gallery has a second installment of Japanese lounge compilation series "Tokyo Luxury Lounge", out now. The compilation includes recent tracks by Kinbara Chieko, Sunaga t̀ Experience, Jazztronik, Akakage and several others. At the same time, label owner and...
Posted on November 8, 2006 at 15:02. | Released on November 8, 2006
News: Every Conversation (Escalator spin-off label)
Escalator Records boss Naka Masashi is starting a new label called Every Conversation, which seems to be mainly aimed at releasing limited 7"'s by artists from abroad, something that had been a bit out of Escalator's path. They hope to...
Posted on November 1, 2006 at 16:13.
Harvard "Lightyears"
Just two weeks after the release of new single "She Is All", Harvard will be back with a brand new album! Harvard "Lightyears" 1. Waiting For The Light Years 2. Your Universe 3. She Is All 4. Words Millefeuille 5....
Posted on October 30, 2006 at 13:40. | Released on December 13, 2006
