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J-Rock Fridays Vol. 107

August 16, 2013

Here it is.

Electric Lunch- 『月夜心を攫う白銀の獣現る刻彼の世界終わる』

A song title so long you would think it’s the new te’ video. Electric Lunch’s new single does have the similar math rock power of that band but with the raw emotional vocal power of Ling tosite sigure.

The Insect Kids- “Henda, Henda, Henda / Full Color”

Both of The Insect Kids’ new iTunes singles are featured in this elongated video of a man riding his bike into daylight. “Henda, Henda, Henda” adds some electronic beats that we haven’t really heard from the band before while “Full Color” sounds like it could break into a dance song at any moment if it weren’t for the melancholic guitar.

mori wa ikiteiru- “Hibi no Utakata”

A really great folk song that I missed a few weeks ago but kind of already covered months ago on band of the week. Enjoy the banjo filled, country twang of”Hibi no Utakata” while the band showcasew their record collection in the park.

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sugar’N’spice

August 14, 2013

myspace band of the week

sugar'n'spice

Sugar’N’spice is an all girl rock’N’roll band from Tokyo. Formed in 2006, Kyao (vocals, guitar), Tsue (guitar) and Mie (drums) met while attending Osaka University. Their first album Spangle was released in 2007, which was produced, mixed, engineered, etc. by Kyao. In 2010 they contributed two tracks to the Van Von Hunter soundtrack, a movie based off the Tokyopop OEL manga. Their newest album The Hybrid Age was released in 2012 and is available at CD Japan and iTunes.

http://myspace.com/sugarnspicejp/

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J-Rock Fridays Vol. 106

August 9, 2013

chaqq- “Amy”

Four Amys for three chaqqs. This isn’t a competition. Just watch the girls smile and dance.

Rose Noire- “Feed”

You guys know how I feel about visual kei. But damn, that violin. New track off their long out of print debut album Apocalypse to be reissued in December(!).

Soredemo Sekai ga Tsuzukunara- 「参加賞」

This is a story of a girl who is in an abusive relationship who tries to kill herself. Yeah, if you don’t want to feel today why don’t you listen to some anime music instead.

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The Calendar of Happy Days

August 7, 2013

myspace band of the week

thecalendarofhappydays

The Calendar of Happy Days is an alternative rock trio from Minamihoncho. Masato Teramae (vocals, guitar) and Keita Suzuki (bass) originally formed the band in 2007 in their light music club at university. Takuya Yoshimi (drums) joined the band in 2009. In 2012 they signed to ASR Records and released their first single Masshiro na Dress ni. Their new mini album Feelback-View was released in March and is available at Amazon and CD Japan.

http://myspace.com/thecalendarofhappydays/

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J-Rock Fridays Vol. 105

August 2, 2013

Incoherent mess.

Maximum the Hormone- “Yoshu Fukushu”

It’s been six years since Maximum the Hormone’s last album, but the band is back with their usual brand of sonic metal fury sandwiched between J-pop verses. “Yoshu Fukushu” features some manga panels and sound effects, sneak peak at the 156 page manga that comes with the CD?

the HIATUS- “Horse Riding”

Watch Takeshi Hosomi’s silhouette play guitar as random scenery and newsreels pass in the background. A rather bland single but at least the HIATUS are past their emo phase.

BIGMAMA- “Alongside”

Set sail with BIGMAMA or just watch them rock out on the pier. The skies are grey, but the violin, which remains the band’s saving grace, will keep you cozy.

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Large House Satisfaction

July 31, 2013

myspace band of the week

largehousesatisfaction

Large House Satisfaction is a garage rock trio made up of brothers Youji (vocals, guitar) and Kenji Kobayashi (bass) and Shusaku Tanaka (drums). Kenji and Shusaku started the band in 2005 while they were still in high school. They released their first album in 2009 and attracted attention with their participation in the 25th Anniversary The Blue Hearts tribute album. They signed to Garuru Records and released their second album High Voltex in 2012 and their third album In the Dark Room earlier this month. Check out their real estate at CD Japan.

http://myspace.com/largehousesatisfaction/

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J-Rock Archives: July 2013

July 31, 2013

7/03 The ChronoHEAD- Curiosity (Video)

7/03 Comeback My Daughters- Mire (CD Japan/Video 1, Video 2)

7/03 dustbox- Care Package (CD Japan/Video)

7/03 Gackt- Best of the Best Vol. 1 Mild (CD Japan)

7/03 Gackt- Best of the Best Vol. 1 Wild (CD Japan, Video)

7/03 GalapogosS- Run Like Fury (CD Japan)

7/03 Lagitagida- Tutela (Video)

7/03 Liquid- Indigo Harbor (CD Japan/Video)

7/03 Machibuse- Hitsuji Kazoeru Okami (CD Japan/Video)

7/03 Mix Market- Whammy (Video)

7/03 My First Story- Saishukai (CD Japan/Video)

7/03 Muddy Apes- Fairly Dirt No. 5 (CD Japan/Video)

7/03 The Natsuyasumi Band- Summer Zombie (CD Japan/Video)

7/03 ROYZ- Egoist (CD Japan/Video)

7/03 Smash Up- Smash Up (CD Japan/Video)

7/03 Tokyo Ska Paradise Orchestra- Diamond In Your Heart (CD Japan/Video 1, Video 2)

7/03 Toremono- TropiCarnival (CD Japan/Video)

7/03 Vamps- Ahead / Replay (CD Japan/Video)

7/03 umbrella- Monochrome (CD Japan/Video)

7/03 Under Graph- 7+one Oto no Irodori (CD Japan/Video)

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J-Rock Fridays Vol. 104

July 26, 2013

Czecho No Republic- “Fine Day”

It’s a “fine day” to try on hundreds of pairs of clothes with Czecho No Republic. Mai Takahashi’s role in CNR has been minimal since she joined last year, but her first lead vocal song is stunning. The song original appeared in shortened form as the bonus track on their Ivory single and I hope they let her sing more tracks on their next album. She’s too good for backup!

kataomoi- “Daily Disco”

Something funky is going on in kataomoi’s new video..the entire band was replaced by random black people! It’s hard to say anything else without sounding racist, but it is a humorous, good natured video starring guys that obviously have more rhythm than the actual band.

Crossfaith- “Eclipse”

In Japan, it’s illegal to dance after 1am. It’s a good thing Crossfaith’s international fanbase has grown exponentially over the past year. Wherever “Eclipse” was filmed, you know Crossfaith will throw a hardcore party.

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Toremono

July 24, 2013

myspace band of the week

toremono

Toremono (トレモノ) is a four piece pop band from Tokyo formed in 2009 by Kida (vocals, guitar), Nanba (guitar), Nakama (bass) and Karimata (drums). They have roots in various genres such as funk, surf, reggae and soul. In 2012, they self released their first mini-album and were selected as one of ro69jack’s winning artists. Earlier this month, they released their new mini-album TropiCarnival from Knock Up! Records.

http://myspace.com/toremono/

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J-Rock Fridays Vol. 103

July 19, 2013

It’s been a brain scrambling week thanks to the heat so let’s just cut right to the videos before I collapse.

the milky tangerine- “Setsunai Dance Music”

Beat the summer heat with the milky tangerine’s winter wonderland video. “Setsunai Dance Music” doesn’t have the synths nor the dubstep breakdowns that have become synonymous with modern dance music, but if you’re looking for a fun piece of guitar pop, the milky tangerine will add some color to your playlist.

mitsume- “Utsuro”

Summer time go to the beach. Mitsume’s new single has the boys tripping in water and doing funny dance moves all over town while the guitars wail to the sound of old teen beach movies.

go!go!vanillas- “Ningen Sanka”

Go!go!vanillas walk around town in this cool four panel rock’n’roll video. I’m a little disappointed their bassist stole Beat Crusaders’ Taro Kato’s look but I’ve been spinning this single since February and am just happy they’re finally putting out an album.

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