Nihongaku Radio: Best of 2012 Special
As it turns out, Mayan prophecies of our impending doom were greatly exaggerated. And it’s a good thing to. 2013 is already shaping up to be a big year for Japanese music. Boom Boom Satellites have a new album out … Read More »
Nihongaku Radio Episode 30: Merry Christmas to All and to All Oyasuminasai
The holiday season comes but once a year, so why am I eternally sick of all the so-called classic Christmas music? Sorry, Bing Crosby, but we’re shaking up Christmas time with an entire episode devoted to holiday music from Japan. … Read More »
The Pillows Frontman Sawao Yamanaka Releases “Answer” Music Video
“Answer” – Sawao Yamanaka Fans of The Pillows jonesing for a taste of new material got their fix today in the form of “Answer,” a new music video released in anticipation of frontman Yamanaka Sawao’s third solo album, Hakaiteki Innovation … Read More »
SXSW Confirms Nine Japanese Bands For 2013 Music Conference
We are T-minus three months (roughly) from the South By Southwest Music Conference in Austin, TX. I thought I’d be busy scrambling to find last-minute gifts for my loved ones and quaffing fancy-ass mulled wine right about now. Nope. SXSW … Read More »
Nihongaku Radio Episode 29: This One Has a Kazoo Solo
New music in this episode from Hemenway, Ketsumeishi, Sekitori Hana and more. Also, be sure to stick around for a guest set from Mr. Evan Jones featuring the orchestral stylings of Hiroki Inui. As I mentioned on the show, Haikarahakuti … Read More »
Nihongaku Radio Episode 28: Noodles on Thanksgiving
Happy Thanksgiving! When you’re over-stuffed with carb goodness, give the latest episode of Nihongaku Radio a listen. Brand new stuff from Plenty, Noodles, and more. Nihongaku Radio Episode 28 Intro: “Sharp” – Negoto (Buy It!) “Oh Yeah” – Noodles (Buy … Read More »
Peelander-Z, Electric Eel Shock and Anamanaguchi Send Peelander Red Off at Fitzgerald’s
Peelander-Z joined forces with Electric Eel Shock and Anamanaguchi to see bassist, Peelander Red, off in style.
Nihongaku Radio Episode 27: Podcast Jyanaimon!
Halloween’s over. It’s time for a little ear candy. Check out new tunes from Unlimits, Miwa Sasagawa and Urbangarde Also, if you dig Light Bringer be sure to check out the band’s unofficial Facebook fan page in English! Nihongaku Radio … Read More »