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Interviews Archives
December, 2008
If there is anything good about tragedy it is in the deeper appreciation the survivors feel toward life and love. For Akai Tonko, tragedy
came on two fronts. She had to endure years of childhood torment because of a throat disorder, yet that paled in comparison to the tragic
lose of two of her beloved family members while still a teen. But at 22 an operation changed everything, miraculously empowering her with a
voice of beautiful harmony and a musical talent able to keep her family's memories alive forever in her songs.
So if you are a sucker for a story that starts sad but ends happy, come hear the tale to Akai Tonko, the self-producing singer-songwriter from
Japan with a heart of gold.
On December 15, 2008 Akai Tonko was kind enough to give an interview to J-Pop World.
Akai Tonko Interview.
- Posted December 30, 2008.
From Japan to the UK to Bali the sky is the limit when it comes to the sweeping musical force known as Super Cozi. Having paid her dues for
seven years in a typical 90's Japanese rock band, Super Cozi has gone solo and started her own record label, Hypo=Espresso, to create her unique
blend of techno, trance and chill out music.
So if you're in need of a break during the busy holiday season and looking for some soothing rhythms, come on over to the chill out room of the
woman with the motto "Express in free form, live in freestyle." You'll be glad you did.
On December 11, 2008 Super Cozi was kind enough to give an interview to J-Pop World.
Super Cozi Interview.
- Posted December 18, 2008.
Regardless of the times and regardless of what other forms of music come around good old rock and roll will always be here to stay--or at least
it will if the members of The Emeralds have anything to say about it. Kazuya, Osuke and Akio are three men from Yokohama dedicated to filling
the world with their take on the music that inspired a generation of kids to don leather jackets, sun glasses and a rebel attitude. So summon
that ghost of Elvis that resides in all our hearts and find out what's new in the rocking Japanese world of The Emeralds.
On December 3, 2008 Kazuya from The Emeralds was kind enough to give an interview to J-Pop World.
The Emeralds Interview.
- Posted December 15, 2008.
"Each time I just put into the music what comes out of me naturally" is how Fujiko described how he created his music. And it is a very
poignantly emotional sound that comes from the three person pop-rock group, D-69. Named, of all things, after the table number of a bar
they once sat at, the group's music is well grounded with lyrics from their beautiful singer Kei and a strong guiding bass from Rocka.
Their first full album, BAD GIRL FRIEND, was released this year and has proved to be a solid debut work. So spend a few minutes to listen and learn
about these three musicians from Tokyo.
On December 5, 2008 the members D-69 were kind enough to give an interview to J-Pop World.
D-69 Interview.
- Posted December 12, 2008.
Japan may be called the land of the rising sun but when night falls in certain clubs around Tokyo a fantastical gothic world springs to life, so to speak.
The Royal Dead, a duet featuring aci and HAR, have exported their Japanese take on goth culture and music from the shores of their homeland to
both Europe and North America. If you are looking for an introduction to this creepy world of fangs, blood and all things Halloweenish you've
come to the right place.
On November 26, 2008 aci and HAR of The Royal Dead were kind enough to give an interview to J-Pop World.
The Royal Dead Interview.
- Posted December 9, 2008.
It's time for some popping electro J-rock courtesy of HimemaniK, a two person group blending the names and talents of Himemiya Mio and Manik.
Hailing from Yokohama, HimemaniK brings a fresh look and feel to the synthesizer dance beats emanating from Tokyo's dance clubs. So get your
groove fired up and join in the fun as we learn a little more about this talented duo and exactly what "Emo-Moe-Electro-Rock" is all about.
On November 26, 2008 Manik and Mio from HimemaniK were kind enough to give an interview to J-Pop World.
HimemaniK Interview.
- Posted December 6, 2008.
Flowers are in bloom endlessly... Wind is blowing eternally... Water is flowing, flowing purely... Dripping flesh, learn fully...
The English translation may not do them justice, but that is a taste of the lyrics emanating from the dark conception called Creature
Creature.
The brainchild of Morrie, co-founder of the legendary Japanese group Dead End, Creature Creature has provided a vehicle for a
whole new generation of fans to know the genius of one of Japan's true originals.
On November 23, 2008 Morrie was kind enough to give an interview to J-Pop World.
Creature Creature Interview.
- Posted December 3, 2008.
At the border between the sounds of life and the traditions of music is the place you'll find a new style of artist. "Not functional... but
miracle!" is the apt motto of Sawako. Her sound creations can be described by many terms, but "traditional" is certainly not one of them. Born in
Nagano, Japan and now living in New York, Sawako has traveled quite a distance in her never ending quest to expand the borders of music. So do
whatever you do to expand your own mind and take a trip into the world of soundscapes.
On November 21, 2008 Sawako was kind enough to give an interview to J-Pop World.
Sawako Interview.
- Posted December 2, 2008.
Interviews Archives: 2008 September to November
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