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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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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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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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Before Mamushi: The Long Lost Global Collabs from Japanese Musicians
read more >>>: Before Mamushi: The Long Lost Global Collabs from Japanese MusiciansThe early and mid 2000s marked a time when Japanese artists worked from the shadows. A select few, like Yoshiki from X Japan, produced backing tracks, instrumentals, and worked in production with only a mere mention in the credits. Starting in the 2010s, the industry started to leave behind the dark period and brought these…
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My Favorite Japanese Inspired Reggaetón
read more >>>: My Favorite Japanese Inspired ReggaetónReggaetón with Japanese roots is a match made in heaven for me – it mashes the best of Latin and Japanese culture’s rich sounds and aesthetics, and combines it with amazing rhythms. I’m pulling out my top three picks for artists who blend Japanese culture with Latin sounds, creating Grammy winning songs and some of…
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How to Attend a Local Concert in Japan – The Complete Survival Guide for First Time Goers
read more >>>: How to Attend a Local Concert in Japan – The Complete Survival Guide for First Time GoersAll the time, I see people asking, “I got tickets to a concert in Shimokita tonight, am I going to survive?” Going to a local concert in a another country can be scary, but I am here to assure you that – yes – you will survive! Here is an in depth step-by-step guide on…
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BRAT in Tokyo – Charli XCX’s Japan
read more >>>: BRAT in Tokyo – Charli XCX’s JapanHow was Brat received in Japan? Brat went mostly under the radar in Japan following its release. After a few months of some salarymen pondering big marketing decisions, Brat finally got its own promo in Japan, about 5 months after it was initially released worldwide. The party scene in Tokyo doesn’t have much crossover with…
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The Top 5 Legendary Vocaloid Producers Who Shaped Japan’s Music Scene (2007–2025)
read more >>>: The Top 5 Legendary Vocaloid Producers Who Shaped Japan’s Music Scene (2007–2025)Discover how Vocaloid producers like Deco*27 shaped Japan’s music and inspired global fandom. Explore Vocaloid history and their worldwide impact.
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Breaking Borders – The Japanese Bands Who Found Fame Abroad, Not at Home
read more >>>: Breaking Borders – The Japanese Bands Who Found Fame Abroad, Not at HomeSome Japanese artists find their biggest fans not at home, but across the world. From underground gigs to global stages, discover the inspiring history of bands who broke borders.
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RADWIMPS’ Origins in Punk Rock
read more >>>: RADWIMPS’ Origins in Punk RockThe year was 2001. A friend searching for inspiration asked 15 year old Noda Yojiro to play some riffs on his guitar. The friend secretly recorded the jam session on his flip phone. Noda’s playing shined through even on 180p quality phone recordings. When fellow high schooler Akira Kuwahara heard the secret clip, he sent…
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