Japanese Music Magazine

In my last post I shared a song by singer-songwriter Tomovsky. This time I'm sharing a song by his brother's (lead vocalist and bass player, Haruyuki Oki) band, The Pees.

The Pees are a raw and loose 3-piece punk rock band with a style ranging from frenetic and wild, to no-fucks-given relaxed, always with active, melodic bass lines, a touch of blues harmony, and vocals that drift in and out of tune just the right amount.

This particular tune, ekaki, is definitely on the chill side and is one of my favorites of theirs, so turn it up, sit back, find some kara-age chicken and a cold drink, chill out and enjoy! :)

Tomovsky is a Japanese indie singer-songwriter and illustrator. His music ranges from high-energy wacky tunes, to chill and catchy ballads, and more (just about all of which is very unique, intimate and modestly produced).

His impressionistic and surreal artwork is worth a mention too, and can be seen on much of his album art (as well as on a couple of singles from another Japanese rock band, "The Pillows").

Tomovsky is also the brother of the lead singer of the Japanese punk band, "The Pees".

Etsuko Yakushimaru (やくしまる えつこ, Yakushimaru Etsuko) is a Japanese singer, producer, composer, lyricist, arranger and artist. She is broadly active, from pop music to experimental music and art. Her output has also included drawing, installation art, media art, poetry and other literature, and recitation. She also produces numerous projects and for artists, including her band, Sōtaisei Riron. from Wikipedia

Hi! Thought I'd drop by and occasionally share some links to Japanese music that I like. (I see a lot of news posts, so I'm not sure if that's within the scope of this sub or not! Please let me know!)

I'm really fond of the Blue Hearts in general and feel they are overlooked as one of the great punk bands, up there with the best! A lot of fans of Japanese punk/rock might be familiar with their big hit "Linda Linda", which is also great, but they've got a really deep library of tunes in a variety of styles and moods. This track, "Neon Sign" has a calm and nostalgic feel that I really like, fitting for just kicking around on a hot summer day like today.

A lot of people talk about wanting to experience things for the first time again, but I find that Rainbow Goblins is one of those experiences that feels every bit as magical no matter how many times I've heard it.

Japanese rock band ASTERISM offers free admission to California and New York shows on their upcoming US Tour 2023.

Singer and voice actor Miura Ayme will be embarking on a world tour this summer, including convention appearances in the US and Europe and his first solo show in London.

The members of Japanese traditional rock band AKARA recently released a new mini-album, titled World of Revenge. And with this

Composer Joe Hisaishi has signed an exclusive agreement with Germany's Deutsche Grammophon, and his first album with the label will be released on CD and vinyl on June 30th.

Summer has kicked off and the three ladies of tribal-psych trio KUUNATIC are eager to return to Europe for a

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