Towa Tei "Future Recall 3 EP" (12")
To coincide with the re-issue of Tei Towa's "Future Listening!" which is accompanied by a new remix album titled "Future Recall 3", it looks like we will also get this 12" EP of new remixes! Towa Tei "Future Recall 3...
Posted on March 27, 2007 at 15:24. | Released on April 17, 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
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
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
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
Juliana vol.2
On Sunday evening will be presented the 2nd monthly last-train-friendly party Juliana, organized by the fun people at Tokyo Fun Party, Digiki and friends. Last time it was so big that even the cops dropped by. Event official site Juliana...
Posted on January 25, 2007 at 18:16. | Released on January 28, 2007
Halcali "tōgenkyō / Lights, Camera. Action!"
Halcali have a new single lined-up, and the B-side is a house track arranged by Cubismo Grafico! This song is the opening theme for anime TV series "getsumentoheiki Mi-na" (「月面兎兵器ミーナ」), of which the ending theme is produced by Nakata Yasutaka...
Posted on January 9, 2007 at 22:10. | Released on March 14, 2007
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
Nomoto Karia "Dance Music"
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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.
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
Boot Beat "Manifesto!"
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Posted on October 5, 2006 at 11:24. | Released on November 29, 2006
Halcali "Look"
Halcali finally have a new release coming up, not yet an album but rather a single. The title track is to be the theme song for the Japan-produced Powerpuff Girls Z anime series from October 7. There will be a...
Posted on September 29, 2006 at 12:16. | Released on December 13, 2006
nocturnal
This all-night live painting/DJ/VJ+more event, organized by artist kozoo, promises a lot of nocturnal fun! Look out for Tochka's VJing, whose pikapika project is being featured at the Ottawa International Animation Festival 2006. nocturnal on 10/14 at Nishi-Azabu bullet's DJ:...
Posted on September 22, 2006 at 13:46. | Released on October 14, 2006
Update: Kahimi Karie
Kahimi Karie "Nunki" Track list added These releases appear to have been put on hold. I will update once release dates have been announced. Various Artists "Hattori Jazz & Jive" Various Artists "anime breakbeats" (to be confirmed) Various Artists "anime...
Posted on September 14, 2006 at 14:03.
Oto 11th Anniversary Party
Shinjuku Oto will be host of one hell of a line-up for its 11th anniversary at the end of the month! With a live by Nomoto Karia and a bunch of the best DJs around, the place is sure to...
Posted on September 9, 2006 at 12:24. | Released on September 29, 2006
Japan Live Presents Vol. 1
Ken, the man behind the indies live report blog Japan Live, is organizing a first event under the same name. The bands playing will be Three Berry Icecream (solo unit of Ikemizu Mayumi, formerly of Bridge and Daffodil-19), Yunn &...
Posted on September 7, 2006 at 20:30. | Released on September 23, 2006
Kahimi Karie "Nunki"
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Posted on August 18, 2006 at 14:11. | Released on October 25, 2006
Various Artists "anime breakbeats II" (to be confirmed)
Just one month after the release of the first of the series, Muro and Konishi Yasuharu are back with a second compilation of Japanese animation breakbeats remixes! Various Artists "anime breakbeats II" (to be confirmed) columbia*readymade COCP-50954 Out 10/25, ¥2625...
Posted on August 11, 2006 at 16:24.
Various Artists "akakage presents... aquagirl ~Luxe~"
Akakage has a new dance music mix CD coming soon, in collaboration with select shop aquagirl. Akakage has a new album planned for release this fall, which will include the song "Nowhere to Go" found on this compilation. This song...
Posted on August 7, 2006 at 18:13. | Released on August 18, 2006
Various Artists "moe Techno poppuu"
Is it a first compilation that makes a genre "official"? If so, better watch out for 萌えテクノ ("moe techno")! With nearly 100,000 hits on Google (at time of writing) and this new compilation from the T4P indie label, the said...
Posted on August 4, 2006 at 16:49. | Released on September 6, 2006
Kahimi Karie "Kochab" (DVD)
Kahimi Karie's next release is to be her first video project. Shot in Morocco and featuring herself, the so-called road movie is said to be like a long music video or a moving photo book. Music will be performed by...
Posted on July 31, 2006 at 15:06. | Released on October 4, 2006
Plastic Folk live
Plastic Folk, the folk/quiet rock unit of Nakanishi Toshio featuring Nomiya Maki, will preform a live show that can be seen for as cheap as ¥500! Their album "Billion Knives & Folks and Disk One" was released a few weeks...
Posted on July 4, 2006 at 16:44. | Released on July 10, 2006
Perfume "Perfume ~Complete Best~" (CD+DVD)
After many indies and major singles, Perfume will finally have an album released this summer! This is actually a collection of all previously released singles (including the indies ones, it seems), and also some new songs. All is produced by...
Posted on June 27, 2006 at 17:14. | Released on August 2, 2006
Various Artists "Technoroid - Japanese 80's New Wave Sampler"
This 80's new wave compilation features many gems and rarities, several of the songs even being available for the first time on CD. Not only for maniacs, it's definitely a good opportunity to get accustomed with many leaders of Japan's...
Posted on June 27, 2006 at 16:51. | Released on June 28, 2006
"Daikanyama monogatari ~ The Detective Is Born" (DVD)
Accompanying this year's release of Shindō Mitsuo's new film "otoko wa sore o gaman dekinai", his all-star 1998 film "Daikanyama monogatari", previously only available on VHS, is being re-released on DVD! The film features Sasaki Jun (Cosa Nostra), Natsuki Mari,...
Posted on June 13, 2006 at 14:34. | Released on August 23, 2006
"a place in the sun vol.6"
After a long time being quiet, Petset will be playing a live show part of an event organized by a place in the sun. It may be a first chance to hear new songs they are preparing for their next...
Posted on June 1, 2006 at 22:16. | Released on July 23, 2006
Plastic Folk / Plastic Knife "Billion Knives & Folks and Disk One"
After their Plastics revival unit Plastic Sex that released an album last year, ex-Plastics' leader Nakanishi Toshio and ex-Pizzicato Five singer Nomiya Maki are back again with another brand new project, Plastic Folk / Plastic Knife ("folk" when written out...
Posted on May 25, 2006 at 15:20. | Released on June 20, 2006
Ram Rider "Portable Disco 8bit edition"
Vocoder house artist Ram Rider has a remix album of songs from its first album "Portable Disco" coming up. The theme is "8-bit", and of course when you say 8-bit music you think YMCK, and they indeed have remixed not...
Posted on April 21, 2006 at 11:10. | Released on April 26, 2006
"Vanishingpoint" (DVD)
Loki, graphic designer whose works you have seen on CD jackets of artists such as Cubismo Grafico Five, Harvard, Sunaga t̀ Experience, and Cymbals, is releasing a first DVD of visual works. The DVD will also feature music by Cubismo...
Posted on April 19, 2006 at 11:23. | Released on April 20, 2006
Paradise Yamamoto and Tokyo Latin Mood Deluxe live
As if there wasn't enough going on at the end of the month (for some surely inducing bar hopping or tough decisions), Japan's mambo ambassador Paradise Yamamoto (Tokyo Panorama Mambo Boys) is throwing a mambo party at Shinjuku Oto, where...
Posted on April 17, 2006 at 14:42. | Released on April 29, 2006
Yann Tomita "Forever Yann Music Meme 2"
It's Doopee Time! Yann Tomita is back!... and he's not alone but with the mysterious Caroline Novac of the Doopees! This new EP contains music by 4 different names all of which involve himself. Aside from the Doopees, there's a...
Posted on April 17, 2006 at 13:23. | Released on May 25, 2006
Kiiiiiii "Gold & Silver" (DVD)
Finally, Kiiiiiii's first DVD is ready for release! For those not in the know, Kiiiiiii is an indies performance unit of u.t and Lakin, two cute girls who sing and drum nursury rhyme-like songs in English in the privacy of...
Posted on April 14, 2006 at 11:24. | Released on April 21, 2006
Kinbara Chieko live
Kinbara Chieko will be giving a live show shortly after the release of her new album "Strings of Life". She says it will be her first "one man" live (meaning a long show with no front act). Kinbara Chieko live...
Posted on April 12, 2006 at 17:37. | Released on June 11, 2006
Audio Dregs Japan Tour 2006
U.S. indie electronic label Audio Dregs, that has more than a few ties with Japan, will be passing by Tokyo early May during a tour organized by magazine Afterhours. In Tokyo, artists that will perform are fantastic dreamy casio band...
Posted on April 11, 2006 at 16:36. | Released on May 6, 2006
Pizzicato Five "pizzicato five we dig you for vinyl 1 + 2" (12")
Accompanying the release of "pizzicato five we dig you" (formerly entitled "5 minutes of pizzicato five") will be released two 12"'s containing 8 of the cut-ups. Art direction is of course by Konishi-san. The cover of #1 says "Pizzicatomania no...
Posted on April 10, 2006 at 10:22. | Released on May 24, 2006
World Standard - Sunaga t̀ Experience first live
Sunaga t̀ Experience, the solo unit of Sunaga Tatsuo, will play a first ever live concert! That's not just a DJ show, as he will be accompanied by a rhythm section plus 3 wind instruments. Performed will be songs from...
Posted on April 6, 2006 at 10:51. | Released on April 28, 2006
capsule "FRUITS CLiPPER"
Follow-up to "L.D.K. Lounge Designers Killer" released last September, a new capsule album is coming this May! They promise a high level of dancefloor-oriented electro-club music. There will be a limited edition, contaning a CD-sized vinyl record holding the song...
Posted on March 26, 2006 at 23:26. | Released on May 10, 2006
Various Artists "World Standard Schema"
Record banchō Sunaga Tatsuo teams up with Italian label Schema to deliver this mix CD featuring one new song by Sunaga t̀ Experience! Various Artists "World Standard Schema" 1. P. Fedreghini & M. Bianchi / You Are A Star-Shining Star...
Posted on March 22, 2006 at 14:27. | Released on March 31, 2006
Pizzicato Five "Pizzicato Five CUT UP" (Download)
Probably mostly (if not only) tracks that will appear on the May-released "5 minutes of pizzicato five", but for those who can't wait these will be available on iTunes Music Store Japan and other download sites by the end of...
Posted on March 20, 2006 at 16:47. | Released on March 29, 2006
Pizzicato Five "pizzicato five we dig you"
This Pizzicato Five mix album will feature 5 minutes anything-goes P5 cut-up mixes by Sunaga Tatsuo, Tokiwa Hibiki, cubismo grafico, Yoshida Tetsuto, Handsomeboy Technique (who made his track's length 5:24!), Halfby, Boot Beat, Kawanishi Suguru... No need to mark your...
Posted on March 16, 2006 at 11:32. | Released on May 24, 2006
"komaneko - hajime no ippo" (DVD)
The very cute stop-animation 5 minute film "komaneko - hajime no ippo" (I had talked about it before on my main blog), about a cat recursively making puppets and shooting a stop-animation flick using those, is coming out on DVD...
Posted on March 13, 2006 at 23:26. | Released on April 14, 2006
Update: Pizzicato Five, "kui tan"
Pizzicato Five "pizzicato five I love you" "The world without you" and "Stars" on the Konishi Yasuharu-selected compilation are actually new remixes by himself! TV soundtrack "kui tan Soundtracks : Remixed" Artwork added! Design by Konishi Yasuharu. By the way,...
Posted on February 21, 2006 at 18:18.
Denki Groove × Scha Dara Parr "The Last Gigs" (DVD)
The final release of the collaboration unit Denki Groove × Scha Dara Parr is to be a DVD of the live show they gave at Summer Sonic 05. Included are the two videos for Twilight previously featured on the album's...
Posted on January 13, 2006 at 14:04. | Released on April 5, 2006
"Steam kakarichō: owarai geinin vs. kakarichō hen" (DVD)
A first DVD of the late night 3-minute computer graphics TV series Steam kakarichō (English title "Steam Head"), putting a bored salaryman in frustrating situations, has been planned for release! The DVD will at least contain episodes featuring comedians including...
Posted on December 22, 2005 at 14:16. | Released on March 10, 2006
Various Artists "Steam Head Original Sound Track & More"
Comoesta Yaegashi produces an unexpected soundtrack for late night TV show "Steam kakarichō" (English title "Steam Head"). The soundtrack also features Plus-Tech Squeeze Box, Hase Hajimu, Sindbad, and Mr. comixstore (a new unit with Arai Toshiya (Kofta)). The vinyl edition...
Posted on November 18, 2005 at 21:19. | Released on December 1, 2005
Various Artists "World Standard.05 -A Tatsuo Sunaga Live Mix-"
Over a year after the previous installment, record banchō Sunaga Tatsuo is back with a new club mix CD of his popular "World Standard" series. Various Artists "World Standard.05 -A Tatsuo Sunaga Live Mix-" 1. Roughneck / Eddie Roberts 2....
Posted on November 2, 2005 at 16:48. | Released on December 14, 2005
YeLLOW Generation "Dual"
There will be a new YeLLOW Generation single of which the title track is arranged by Konishi Yasuharu. The song is being used as opening theme for anime Ginban Grade Scope. There will be a limited edition. YeLLOW Generation "Dual"...
Posted on November 1, 2005 at 15:11. | Released on December 7, 2005
Various Artists "Maison de Chocola"
Konishi Yasuharu, who produced the Nomoto Karia-sung opening and ending themes to anime series "Sugar Sugar Rune", has written music, arranged and produced an "image album" for the series. While not used in the series itself, the songs were inspired...
Posted on November 1, 2005 at 14:48. | Released on December 28, 2005
YMCK "Family Racing"
Finally! A second album from YMCK is coming before the end of the year! The album features 8 new songs, one featuring Japan's Famicom hero Takahashi Meijin. There will be two editions, one of the CD only, and a limited...
Posted on October 27, 2005 at 10:09. | Released on December 21, 2005
Techno Kayō Night #3
8-bits, the selector unit behind the successful "Techno Kayō" CD compilation series, have announced they will host a 100% techno kayō night in Kōenji! In addition to the three, Nagata Kazunao will also be DJing. A very rare occasion! Techno...
Posted on October 17, 2005 at 00:26. | Released on November 12, 2005
Halcali "Tip Taps Tip"
Halcali is back with a new single after a label switch over to Epic Records. The single is produced by their usual O.T.F. (members of Rip Slyme), (<- sorry, this was a mistake!) and at least the title track is...
Posted on October 5, 2005 at 14:05. | Released on December 7, 2005
Crue-L Grand Orchestra "Psycho Piano (Prins Thomas Remix)" (12"/CD)
A great instrumental piano track from "Crue-L Grand Orchestra II" , remixed by Norwegian label Feedelity's Prins Thomas, will be released as a single. "Psycho Piano" is an obvious word play on Museum of Plate pianist Tsukamoto Saiko-Lee's name. Out...
Posted on October 4, 2005 at 17:23. | Released on November 1, 2005
Party People Party: Nomiya Maki live
Nomiya Maki will give one hell of a party this October, following the release of her new album "Party People". Taking place at one of Tokyo's newest and trendiest venues, ageHa, the all-night event will feature performances by most guests...
Posted on September 30, 2005 at 14:30. | Released on October 28, 2005
Puffy "Hi Hi"
The theme song of Puffy's U.S. animation series "Hi Hi Puffy Amiyumi" is coming out as a single, including a Konishi Yasuharu remix! The single will first be released as a limited edition including a sticker. Puffy "Hi Hi" 1....
Posted on September 13, 2005 at 10:22. | Released on November 16, 2005
Shinohara Tomoe "★asoFever 2005★ ~'kiniro no Gashbell' Ending theme"
Shinohara Tomoe is back with a first music release since (I think) the ZuTTO single in January 2004. The single is an ending theme for the anime series kiniro no Gashbell, and is arranged by Kagami. Thanks to Nick for...
Posted on September 11, 2005 at 12:12. | Released on October 19, 2005
Macdonald Duck Eclair "The Genesis Songbook"
Macdonald Duck Eclair are back this fall with a second album, successor to "short short" . According to Usagi-chang Records's description (and confirmed by what I heard recently), they now have a sound more electro-punk and rockish than before. When...
Posted on September 9, 2005 at 17:49. | Released on November 16, 2005
Nomiya Maki "Party People"
Nomiya Maki's next album "Party People" will be out in October. Seems like she's back on the major scene, on the Avex label Rhythm Zone, news that goes hand in hand with her September single with m-flo "Big Bang Romance"....
Posted on August 11, 2005 at 09:52. | Released on October 12, 2005
Hazel Nuts Chocolate "Cute"
Hazel Nuts Chocolate is back this year with a new album, "Cute", title which perfectly fits Yuppa-chan and her lovely music. The album features Plus-tech Squeeze Box' Hayashibe Tomonori who did most of the programming. Hazel Nuts Chocolate "Cute" 1....
Posted on July 12, 2005 at 11:24. | Released on September 14, 2005
Kofta "Balmacaan" (7")
About a year after the mini-album, "Balmacaan" , the 7" edition is finally out, and holds no less than 4 full songs! This includes the great cover of Yuming's "chūō Freeway". Kofta "Balmacaan" (7") A1. dime and dice A2. chūō...
Posted on June 29, 2005 at 15:17. | Released on June 17, 2005
Nomoto Karia "Chocola ni muchū / tsuki no mukō no sekai"
A new single from Readymade International's beautiful Nomoto Karia is coming! The single will contain the opening and ending themes of a new anime TV series, both sung by Karia and of course music written/arranged/produced by Konishi Yasuharu. This release...
Posted on May 31, 2005 at 16:19. | Released on August 3, 2005
Denki Groove × Scha Dara Parr "Denki Groove toka Scha Dara Parr"
One week after the release of their second single, "sei☆ojisan", comes out a full-length, 13-track album! Both a limited and regular edition will be released at the same time. The limited edition contains a bonus DVD for only ¥300 more....
Posted on May 6, 2005 at 10:29. | Released on June 29, 2005
Plastic Sex "Here comes SEX education"
Here it comes! Celebrating the 25th anniversary of the world famous techno/new wave band Plastics, leader Nakanishi Toshio (aka Tycoon To$h)'s new project Plastic Sex finally releases an album! The album will not only feature vocalist Nomiya Maki, but also...
Posted on April 20, 2005 at 13:17. | Released on July 13, 2005
ONJO "Ōtomo Yoshihide's New Jazz Orchestra"
Ōtomo Yoshihide's new project (or his ongoing project's new name(!)), Ōtomo Yoshihide's New Jazz Orchestra, has a first album coming out in a few weeks. The album will feature vocal guests Kahimi Karie and Hamada Mariko. ONJO "Ōtomo Yoshihide's New...
Posted on April 10, 2005 at 01:17. | Released on April 24, 2005
Cityboys "20th Century Cityboys" (2CD)
Almost missed this one... This is a 2CD selection of songs from various City Boys soundtracks from 1992 until 2000 (covering at least "Toilet Without Key", "i messaggeri degli imbecilli vanno all'ovest", "Love's Rubber Brain", "Building on a Strong Foundation",...
Posted on March 16, 2005 at 12:01. | Released on March 9, 2005
Various Artists "Readymade Digs Disney 2"
This time the jacket is... Donald Duck! The limited edition is supposed to be similar to the previous release. Various Artists "Readymade Digs Disney 2" 1. The Sun Came Out (Think Heave-age, Think Ho-age) 2. King Mickey (Mickey Mouse March)...
Posted on March 13, 2005 at 22:25. | Released on March 30, 2005
Various Artists "Moodsville Presents Shōwa Dance Party @ Ikenoue Koan"
Following the regular event Shōwa Dance Party held at Ikenoue Koan, DJs Konishi Yasuharu, Hirabayashi Shinichi (Moodsville) and Uchikado Hiroshi (Ballroom Records) have selected tracks for this compilation of wamono/rare groove. Vinyl release also being planned. Various Artists "Moodsville Presents...
Posted on March 8, 2005 at 12:21. | Released on April 20, 2005
Panikaraqs at Space Force
I really enjoyed Panikaraqs' first show held at SuperDeluxe, and I'm thinking of checking out this one in March which is especially cheap and will feature bonus shows by side-projects of each of the members! Panikaraqs / 三月の水祭り (March Water...
Posted on February 17, 2005 at 15:15. | Released on March 4, 2005
Various Artists "Electrock 'Playroom' edition mix & edit by Ikeda Masanori"
Mansfield is back again with a new mix CD, this time it's sponsored by major label Toshiba/EMI and is said to feature only songs from their label. Various Artists "Electrock 'Playroom' edition mix & edit by Ikeda Masanori" 1. Kolor...
Posted on January 27, 2005 at 16:14. | Released on February 23, 2005
Tei Towa "Flash"
Tei Towa's new album will be here in April! The album will feature a bunch of guest artists such as Sakamoto Ryūichi, Nomiya Maki, Tycoon To$h (Nakanishi Toshio (Plastics, [Water] Melon,...)), Buffalo Daughter, Arto Lindsay, Moritaka Chisato, Kylie Minogue, Byron...
Posted on January 14, 2005 at 13:15. | Released on April 2, 2005
Panikaraqs live
There's a new band called Panikaraqs which seems rather interesting...! Shinohara Tomoe: vocals Yuka Honda (Cibo Matto): keyboards, musical direction Steve Eto: percussions Chikage: dance No idea what this will sound like! This is an early announcement of their first...
Posted on December 16, 2004 at 14:49. | Released on February 4, 2005
Various Artists "Yellow Magic kayōkyoku" & "Techno Magic kayōkyoku"
Two interesting compilations of 80's techno-pop/kayō, certainly containing a lot of gems, will be released in February at a relatively low price. The first compilation has 3 CDs and consists of only songs written/produced by Yellow Magic Orchestra members (Sakamoto...
Posted on December 7, 2004 at 17:54. | Released on February 23, 2005
Oui Oui at Lounge O
It seems like Oui Oui, the DJ/performance unit of Nomiya Maki (Pizzicato Five) and Teramoto Rieko (T.V. Jesus) will be performing at Lounge O part of a Valentine's Day special party. It's not often that they can be caught in...
Posted on December 4, 2004 at 11:46. | Released on February 10, 2005
Sunaga t̀ Experience "Versiliana Samba" (12")
A new track from Sunaga t̀ Experience (aka Sunaga Tatsuo) will be released on vinyl soon. "Versiliana Samba" is a cover of Italian pianist Romano Mussolini, and the 12" includes a remix by The Five Corners Quintet. The song was...
Posted on November 29, 2004 at 16:12. | Released on December 27, 2004
Dégustation À Jazz
Tomorrow I'm off to Dégustation À Jazz held at Unit, where will be performing the Kikuchi Naruyoshi Quintet Live Dub feat. Kahimi Karie! Dégustation À Jazz On 11/3 At Daikanyama Unit Opens at 19:00, starts at 20:00 (map) Charge: advance...
Posted on November 2, 2004 at 13:55. | Released on November 3, 2004
Halcali "ongaku no susume"
Halcali's second album will feature O.T.F, Yo-King, Yuki, Spanova, DJ Tasaka, Ishiwatari Junji (Supercar), Totem Rock (Kaseki Cider and Kogure Shinya (Hicksville)), Shun & Shuya (Skebo-King (SBK)), Fantastic Plastic Machine and Verbal (m-flo). Halcali "ongaku no susume" ハルカリ 「音楽ノススメ」 Track...
Posted on October 26, 2004 at 15:22. | Released on November 24, 2004
Plastics Sex
Plastics Sex, Nakanishi Toshio aka Tycoon Tosh (Plastics, Major Force, Melon)'s new unit featuring NOMIYA Maki, will be performing tonight at Shibuya Eggman! According to Nomiya Maki's moblog, they will be playing around 26:00. Plastics Sex will have an album...
Posted on October 15, 2004 at 17:47. | Released on October 15, 2004
Ogura Yūko "onna no ko otoko no ko"
Ogura Yūko, aka Yūko-rin, sings the ending theme of anime series "School Rumble". Both songs words/music/produced by Konishi Yasuharu. The limited edition contains a DVD of the music video. Ogura Yūko "onna no ko otoko no ko" 小倉優子 「オンナのコ オトコのコ」...
Posted on October 7, 2004 at 23:50. | Released on November 26, 2004
Various Artists "Monster remix -Octopus-"
A remix album of songs from the TV animation series Monster is planned to be released, and will feature Sunaga t̀ Experience, Jazztronik, Toshiyuki GOTŌ, FreeTEMPO, Reggae Disco Rockers and more. Various Artists "Monster remix -Octopus-" Track list 1. GRAIN...
Posted on September 17, 2004 at 16:09. | Released on October 21, 2004
8-ban Records Nu-Music Sampler Softly! Edition
Now isn't this the coolest stuff ever! Label Softly!, teaming up with other indie labels, is releasing a series of eight 8-ban records and also an original Softly! color 8-ban player! Featured artists include Aprils, EeL, Hazel Nuts Chocolate and...
Posted on September 17, 2004 at 10:31. | Released on October 1, 2004
"Sound x Vision 2004" (DVD+CD+Booklet)
In the context of the upcoming Sound x Vision 2004 exhibition, a limited edition DVD + CD + booklet package is being released featuring works by the following artists: Cornelius x Groovisions "Wataridori" Buffalo Daughter x Odani Motohiko Ian Jelinek...
Posted on September 14, 2004 at 12:18. | Released on September 24, 2004
"Naqoyqatsi" (DVD)
"Naqoyqatsi", Godfrey Reggio's 3rd film in the series that began with the classic "Koyaanisqatsi", is now available on DVD in Japan. Like the two previous films, music is by Philip Glass. Naqoyqatsi official site The Qatsi Trilogy official site Naqoyqatsi...
Posted on August 25, 2004 at 17:47. | Released on August 18, 2004
NIN×NIN, Ninja Hattori-kun The Movie
NIN×NIN, Ninja Hattori-kun The Movie is a new live action film based on "Ninja Hattori-kun" (60's manga and TV series, 80's anime series). It will be starring SMAP's Shingo Katori, and it sounds like it could be a fun film....
Posted on August 11, 2004 at 23:28. | Released on August 26, 2004
Sonic Coaster Pop "Super Miracle Circuit"
Usagi-Chang Records owner Suzuki Akira's unit Sonic Coaster Pop has a second album being released today! Copies bought at participating Tower Records (Shinjuku, Shibuya, Yokohama More-s, Nagoya Parco, Namba) include a bonus limited edition CD-R containing 4 remixes and a...
Posted on July 21, 2004 at 12:15. | Released on July 21, 2004
Various Artists "Playroom 2" (CCCD)
Ikeda Masanori (Mansfield) is back with a second non-stop mix CD in this year's new Playroom series. Various Artists "Playroom 2" (CCCD) Non Stop Mixed by Ikeda Masanori (Mansfield) Track list 1. Manila (Ewan Pearson Remix) / Seelenluft 2. Down...
Posted on July 20, 2004 at 14:39. | Released on September 8, 2004
Famicom Mini 3rd Series
Nintendo is releasing a 3rd series of old Famicom games for GameBoy Advance! I think I'll have to get at least Castlevania and Kid Icarus! #21. Super Mario Brothers 2 #22. nazo no murasamejō #23. Metroid #24. Kid Icarus #25....
Posted on July 11, 2004 at 02:40. | Released on August 10, 2004
Aprils "Pan·da" (CD/VD)
The Aprils, who are currently finishing their US/Canada tour with Par Avion, have just announced the release of their first full album "Pan·da", which they describe as a "happy, catchy, kirakira, spacy and picopico summer party album". The limited edition...
Posted on July 6, 2004 at 10:52. | Released on August 4, 2004
Nomiya Maki news
Nomiya Maki's new album "Dress Code" is about to be released on 7/7. Two sound samples have now been made available at her official Web site, here (accessible from the News & Topics page). Also, her photo diary has been...
Posted on June 29, 2004 at 22:18.
Fantastic Plastic Machine "Sound Concierge" #403 and #404
From the Sound Concierge series, of which the two first CDs were released on January 15, two new non-stop mixes by Tanaka Tomoyuki (Fantastic Plastic Machine) are coming out next month! Again the same concept, 2 CDs, one lounge mix...
Posted on June 14, 2004 at 11:48. | Released on July 7, 2004
Night of Lil' Dragons at Roppongi SuperDeluxe
There will be a special event at SuperDeluxe in Roppongi on June 15, featuring a bunch of artists doing tribute to Bruce Lee. Notably, this marks the return of Taiwanese singer Judy Ongg, with her 1979 hit "miserarete". This time...
Posted on June 14, 2004 at 07:24. | Released on June 15, 2004
New agenda blog!
This is a brand new blog where I plan to occasionally announce upcoming music releases, club or live shows, movies, and other types of events that interest me in Tokyo. I've been wanting to do this for a while, however...
Posted on June 11, 2004 at 14:31.
