Newsletter: HipHop/R&B-inspired girl group XG will make their Coachella debut in 2025 as the only Japanese act in the lineup!

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One of the biggest music festivals in the U.S., the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival 2025, has announced its lineup, and girl group XG is set to make their debut at the event.

Newsletter: Japanese Boy Band Number_i Drops Highly Anticipated First Full Album “No. I” with Lead Track “ICE”

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Rising J-pop sensation Number_i has released their much-awaited debut album No. I, featuring the cool and transcendent contemporary R&B single “ICE.” The 14-track album is a testament to the group’s artistic evolution, with each track offering a fresh take on the J-pop genre. The lead track “ICE” showcases a perfect blend of cool beats and the refreshing sensation of taking a sauna, brought to life through modern R&B elements.

Newsletter: XG Unveils fifth single “WOKE UP”

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HIP HOP / R&B girl group XG held their first world tour, "XG 1st WORLD TOUR 'The first HOWL’", captivating audiences at Osaka-Jo Hall with back-to-back sold out shows on May 18th and 19th. The performances showcased cover songs that are unique to the Japan shows, reimagined versions of their tracks, and songs from their "XG TAPE" rap content series alongside their "XG VOX" vocal content series, crafting an impressive 22-song setlist.

Newsletter: Japanese alt-rock band Hitsujibungaku to perform in Manila for the first time in July 2024!

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UPDATE: EARLY BIRD TICKETS ARE ALREADY SOLD OUT AS OF MAY 1!

It’s official: Japanese alternative rock trio Hitsujibungaku will be staging their first headline show in Manila this July 6, 2024 (Saturday) at 123 Block in Mandaluyong City, Philippines.

Newsletter: XG Highly anticipated debut mini album NEW DNA topped the Billboard JAPAN Hot Albums Chart

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Global girl group XG reached a significant milestone with their debut mini album, NEW DNA, which claimed the top position on the Billboard JAPAN Hot Albums chart. This remarkable achievement further solidifies their ever-growing popularity. Additionally, “NEW DANCE”, one of the standout tracks from the mini album, remained on the Billboard JAPAN Hot 100 chart for an impressive six consecutive weeks.

Newsletter: The Itchyworms to embark on a 3-city tour in Japan this month!

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The Itchyworms have recently announced their three-city tour in Japan this October 2023!

Newsletter: Japan’s Tokimeki Records finds new city pop muse in Filipina singer-songwriter syd hartha

10/12/2021 11:02:23 PM

Author's Note: It's a collaboration between tow neighboring countries in Asia as Japanese music project Tokimeki Records brought Filipino singer-songwriter syd hartha for the boogie-infused cover of The Cardigans' hit track 'Carnival'

Read more on how this company, notoriously known for its pop classic, has managed to bring the young Filipina hitmaker aboard, as well as the story behind this reimaging track.

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Music Lane Fest Okinawa, Trans Asia Music Meeting is rescheduled to February

01/16/2021 02:50:38 PM

What should have been the inaugural big music events for Japan this year has been moved to a later month. The Music Lane Festival Okinawa 2021 and Trans Asia Music Meeting 2021 would not take place on 15-16 January. 

She's Only Sixteen, syd hartha, and KRNA make Japan debut via Music Lane Festival Okinawa

12/23/2020 12:36:19 AM

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Three of our popular music acts are slated to perform this January in Japan.

COVID-19 Update: A dishwashing liquid makes an effective disinfectant? Here's what studies by METI and NITE found!

07/17/2020 12:48:39 AM

Japan's Ministry of Economy, Trade, and Industry (METI) has recently commissioned the National Institute of Technology and Evaluation (NITE) to look into other options for disinfecting homes and workplaces. Part of this objective is to mitigate global alcohol shortage, as well as to cope with the sudden surge in demands of alcohol disinfectant at medical facilities as well as home and workplace environments. 

ARASHI hits SG for JETSTORM

11/22/2019 10:18:38 PM

ARASHI, one of Japan’s top idols, made its first appearance in Singapore, earlier this month.