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Sanrio Made a Vocaloid 15 Years Ago… And She’s Finally Returning
read more >>>: Sanrio Made a Vocaloid 15 Years Ago… And She’s Finally ReturningAndrogynous voices are not new to Vocaloid. V-Flower has been a favorite for years now, but their voice provider remains anonymous. On October 22nd, the forgotten Hello Kitty themed Vocaloid is getting an update for her 15th anniversary – another androgynous, powerful voice – with a voice provider who is even vocal about their place…
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The Y2K Pop Idol Japan Forgot, but America Revived: Tommy February 6 ♡
read more >>>: The Y2K Pop Idol Japan Forgot, but America Revived: Tommy February 6 ♡Once thought of as “lost media”, Tommy February 6 is suddenly finding new life, but not in Japan. Two decades after her debut, Tomoko Kawase’s sugary alter ego and her darker counterpart, Tommy Heavenly 6, are pulling in just as many Spotify listeners as today’s hottest Japanese bands. The twist is that most of those…
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Japan’s 90s Hardcore Techno Scene Was Wild
read more >>>: Japan’s 90s Hardcore Techno Scene Was WildSo excited for this post as it marks the first guest post on this blog!! Hope to bring more expertise from all kinds of wonderful people with different music experiences in the future. For now we have a deep dive on Japan’s techno scene. From OfficialGF: This summer, I met several techno freaks and a…
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Fujii Kaze and Billie Eilish – Hit Me Hard and Soft Tour Tokyo Recap
read more >>>: Fujii Kaze and Billie Eilish – Hit Me Hard and Soft Tour Tokyo RecapAt the very last minute, Billie Eilish told the world she would have two of Japan’s biggest stars as a surprise guest performers for her Tokyo Hit Me Hard and Soft tour: Fujii Kaze and Yoasobi. With only two days to spare, I dropped all plans to attend Summer Sonic to go see the once…
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The First Take Phenomenon: How Sony is Shaping Japan’s Music for the World
read more >>>: The First Take Phenomenon: How Sony is Shaping Japan’s Music for the WorldViewers have been captivated by the “The First Take” since it blew up on YouTube a few years ago. The series is well known for its amazing one take recordings from rising artists in Japan, and is the most subscribed Japanese music channel in history. How does the First Take sound even better than the…
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My Answer to a Funk Fusion Comeback – Japanese Albums That Feel Like “Songs About Jane”
read more >>>: My Answer to a Funk Fusion Comeback – Japanese Albums That Feel Like “Songs About Jane”I remember when I listened to the song “Sunday Morning” by Maroon 5 for the first time. Digging deeper into the album Songs About Jane, 15 year old me was completely smitten by the funky sounds. It was a defining moment in my personal music history. A few years later, I was NOT happy to…
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How To Buy Concert Tickets in Japan Without a Phone Number
read more >>>: How To Buy Concert Tickets in Japan Without a Phone NumberWant to see your favorite artist in Japan? This unbiased guide explains how to buy concert tickets in Japan – covering lottery systems, required accounts, phone numbers, payment methods, proxies, SIM cards, and foreign-friendly options like E-plus.
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Faceless Japanese Singers: Why They Hide Their Faces + Artist Recs
read more >>>: Faceless Japanese Singers: Why They Hide Their Faces + Artist RecsWhy do faceless Japanese singers hide their faces? Learn the real reasons behind anonymity, plus a current list of artists like Ado who stay unseen.
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Not Just Fujii Kaze’s Older Brother – Intro to the Professional Jazz Musician Fujii Sola
read more >>>: Not Just Fujii Kaze’s Older Brother – Intro to the Professional Jazz Musician Fujii SolaThe Fujii household stands out for their love of all things music. The family business, a jazz cafe run by father Fujii, are where his sons Kaze and Sola grew up listening to songs together. While the two brothers are separated in age by over ten years, the affinity (and skill) for jazz music runs…
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How to Search For Concerts in Japan – From Unknown and Local to Major Artists
read more >>>: How to Search For Concerts in Japan – From Unknown and Local to Major ArtistsAttending a major or local show in Japan should be on the top of anyone’s to do list. The live music scene here is booming and there are tons of wonderful artists to discover! But you might be thinking, of course I want to see some music, but how do I find shows in the…
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