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Fujii Kaze: The Complete Guide to His Sound and Background
read more >>>: Fujii Kaze: The Complete Guide to His Sound and BackgroundHe makes big ideas feel intimate, and is loved by many – regardless of age or gender – in Japan. What’s so special about him? And why blues and jazz? Here everything you need to know to get started with Fujii Kaze.
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Ako – Japan’s Most Underrated Pop Artist in 2025
read more >>>: Ako – Japan’s Most Underrated Pop Artist in 2025Discover Ako (a子), Japan’s most underrated pop artist of 2025—dream pop meets Jpop with raw storytelling, bold visuals, and a sound all her own.
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SOUNDS TO KNOW – J Hyperpop Recs
read more >>>: SOUNDS TO KNOW – J Hyperpop RecsToday I wanted to share a little bit about Hyperpop in Japan. Hyperpop is still very new here, and artists are just now starting to emerge. Current artists draw inspiration from anime and game samples, PinkPantheress, and NewJeans. Japan’s hyperpop is much more centered on Internet culture, rather than party culture, like the hyperpop from…
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GROWING UP IS DUMB but Ging Nang Boyz Made It Worth It – USA Tour Recap
read more >>>: GROWING UP IS DUMB but Ging Nang Boyz Made It Worth It – USA Tour RecapOne of the most iconic Japanese punk bands of all time, Ging Nang Boyz (銀杏boyz), performed in the USA last month. GNBz has incredible USA-based friends who helped them reach overseas cult status and accompanied them on their west coast journey. If you are new to Ging Nang Boyz, check this out first. I was…
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Where to Find Music Merch in Japan – Store Guide and Tips
read more >>>: Where to Find Music Merch in Japan – Store Guide and TipsDiscover the best places to buy music merch in Japan—from Tower Records to live shows, festivals, and exclusive drops on Instagram and online stores.
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The Timeline of Viral Japanese Music: From Trends to Memes (Since the Beginning of the Internet)
read more >>>: The Timeline of Viral Japanese Music: From Trends to Memes (Since the Beginning of the Internet)From “Ievan Polkka” to “Mesmerizer,” Japanese music has quietly shaped internet culture for nearly two decades. This timeline explores viral songs that broke language barriers and influenced global trends, from Nico Nico Douga hits to TikTok favorites.
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The Japanese Punk Rock Band That Toured With Green Day, Weezer, and NOFX
read more >>>: The Japanese Punk Rock Band That Toured With Green Day, Weezer, and NOFXDiscover how Hi-Standard captured the California punk spirit, rocked Warped Tour, and became global icons alongside NOFX, Green Day, and Weezer.
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Disco in a Car, Funk in a Suit: The Many Lives of Luv’s Vocalist, Hiyn
read more >>>: Disco in a Car, Funk in a Suit: The Many Lives of Luv’s Vocalist, HiynMeet Hiyn, a college student from Osaka leading a Soul music revival in Japan through three genre-blending bands: Luv, Miyake Buki, and Geloomy. Fusing Funk, Disco, City Pop, and Hip-Hop, his clever lyrics and unique sound are gaining traction globally, even going semi-viral on TikTok.
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Why Funky Genres like City Pop are Thriving in Japan – A Unique Love for Soul and Jazz
read more >>>: Why Funky Genres like City Pop are Thriving in Japan – A Unique Love for Soul and JazzDiscover Japan’s deep-rooted love for Jazz and Soul, from its historical beginnings to the modern resurgence. Explore the unique role of vinyl collectors, DJs, and rising artists like Suchmos, Luv, and Fujii Kaze in shaping Japan’s soul music scene.
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SXSW 2025 Recap – Hideo Kojima Panel & Photos
read more >>>: SXSW 2025 Recap – Hideo Kojima Panel & PhotosI am writing this in a hurry because I get my wisdom teeth out tomorrow and I assume I’m going to feel like death the next few days. It’s my first surgery, so who knows. Maybe I will actually die. Glad my last week was fun. (Spoilers: I lived) Anyway, SXSW2025!! I was only interested…