Natumi. Teams up with Hiroyuki Sawano for Her Debut Single!

“pARTs” Jacket Cover

With her powerful singing voice and air of mystery, female singer Natumi. recently made her debut with a single produced by Hiroyuki Sawano. “pARTs” is currently available across all digital music streaming platforms, along with a music video also out now.

Although it is only the first single by this newcomer artist, the song “pARTs” was selected as the ending theme tune to the second season of AMAIM Warrior at the Borderline, which is the first original anime production from SUNRISE BEYOND and is broadcasting now. 

Comment from Natumi.

“Nice to meet you everyone – I’m Natumi. I performed the ending theme to the second season of AMAIM Warrior at the Borderline. The attraction of AMAIM Warrior at the Borderline is not only its intense combat scenes, but also the generous spirit and humanity of its characters, and the interactions between them. I love that side of the show, and I was completely absorbed by the first season.”

“I’ve adored anime since I was little, so it is a joy to perform the ending theme to such a wonderful show. Not only that, but the music was produced by Hiroyuki Sawano, whom I really admire. ‘PARTs’ is a strong and powerful song, so I’d love for it to be heard by as many people as possible. I hope you will lend your support in the future – both for AMAIM Warrior at the Borderline and for me, Natumi.”

Hiroyuki Sawano

Comment from Hiroyuki Sawano

“I was happy to have the opportunity to produce the debut single by Natumi. Her unique singing voice and her approach to singing this song helped to expand the sound of the music in new ways. Also, seeing Natumi. at work during production made me excited to see how she will evolve as a vocalist in the future. I can’t wait to see how the final song will be received by listeners via AMAIM Warrior at the Borderline.”

Be shut to check out the music video for “pARTs” below, along with the streaming link for the track here!

Breakthrough 3-piece Band ego apartment Release First Full Album!

EGO APARTMENT Jacket Cover

Made up of three members all born in 1998, ego apartment is a three-piece band based in Japan. They switch freely between two vocalists with different styles and lyrics in Japanese and English, producing an alternative sound that feels both analog and brand new. Their self-titled debut album was released back on June 1.

The band have quickly become a hot topic, being featured on numerous curated playlists both in Japan and overseas, and they are considered an act who are ahead of the times. Their track “FOG” was included on Spotify’s ‘RADAR: Early Noise Japan 2022’ playlist, a selection of artists from Japan who are expected to turn heads in 2022. Their September release ‘Wrong with u’ has generated over 1 million plays on Spotify, cementing their reputation as a band with a bright future.

Following the success of the May 18 release of “FOG”, their first full album EGO APARTMENT’ was released. The album contains 14 songs steeped in ego apartment’s unmistakable bedroom alternative sound, and it’s no exaggeration to say that each and every one of them is strong enough to be a lead track!

Comment from ego apartment

“We began writing these songs before deciding on a particular theme for the album, so in that sense, you could say that this is a sound that we could only express at this point in time. This is our first album, but it won't be the last. See you on the next production.” 

ego apartment is to be the summation of a year of continual releases since May 2021, this masterpiece album is a pure slice of ego apartment. Don’t miss it! Be sure to check out the streaming link for the album here, along with the music video for “mayonnaise” below!

Kiyono Yasuno Gives Fans A PIECE OF CAKE with Upcoming Album!

On July 26, 2017, Kiyono Yasuno made her solo debut with her first mini-album Namida. Now, five years since that memorable day, she will be releasing her first full album! The title of the album A PIECE OF CAKE was chosen by Kiyono herself. The lyrics of the new songs are also based on a motif that she came up with.

This product will be released in three formats: Limited Edition A, Limited Edition B, and a CD-only standard edition. Limited Edition A will include a miniature version of the PakuPaku Monster doll featured in the “Onnaji Kimochi” music video. Limited Edition B will include a Blu-ray disc with four music videos as well as a featurette on the new song “Seiki no Shukusai.”

She will also be doing her third tour with this album! More details to be announced later. Be sure to pre-order I A PIECE OF CAKE below!

Standard edition

Limited edition A

Limited edition B

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A PIECE OF CAKE Standard Edition Cover

A PIECE OF CAKE Limited Edition A Cover

A PIECE OF CAKE Limited Edition B Cover

Kiyono Yasuno「A PIECE OF CAKE」

CD

1. CUT THE CAKE ～overture～

2. Uchuu no Housoku

3. Seiki no Shukusai

4. Onnaji Kimochi

5. Hare Moyou

6. Bad Temptation

7. Namima ni Kieta Natsu

8. Felicita

9. Et Cetera

10. OUT na Yoru

11. Hanshigure

12. echoes

13. A PIECE OF CAKE

Limited Edition A

☆Special box

☆PakuPaku Monster doll

Limited Edition B

☆Blu-ray: Yasuno Kiyono A PIECE OF CAKE Music Video Collection

Music videos of Hare Moyou, Felicita, and Onnaji Kimochi

Music video and featurette of Seiki no Shukusai

☆Stickers

Music Corner Week 113: Foi

Foi is a half Japanese-Chinese vocalist that got her start back in 2019. A graduate of the “Sony Music the LESSON” system when she was just 16, Foi blends styles from both of her ethnicities. C-POP and Mandopop greatly influenced her in her childhood, and her music brings out the best of modern J-pop and traditional Chinese music. Being a Japanese-Chinese half-singer-songwriter , which is a rarity in the industry, attracts the attention of fans. Her vocals are emotion-filled and have a smooth style, which makes Foi an artist that you can’t miss.

Whether it’s the more urban, mellow compositions of “Countman” and “Swim in our eyes” with sound producer Shin Sakiura, or “Don’t play the love song” that was produced by TiMT of Mime, she brings that nostalgic feeling of late 90’s early 00’s R&B. However, she isn’t all one trick, as she also brings a more folk style of composition with her song “Pink Boy.” While I do think she is a very strong singer-songwriter by herself, she is honestly phenomenal when she collaborates with someone.

Currently, Foi has eight singles, all of which are available across all digital music and streaming platforms along with one album, HER, that released in May of 2022. Be sure to check out her official website along with her Twitter and Instagram with her the music video for the track “Countman” below!

Gray's Ongaku Go For May 2022

Sorry for the delay in posting this. Picking up where Ken and Luna left off lets go over to top five songs I’ve been listening to this past month. All the songs posted here are available on Apple Music.

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“LiE LiE LiE” by BiSH

This is a pretty fun song by BiSH. It looks like they are putting out all the stops for this last run before they break up. 

You can check out “LiE LiE LiE” here and the music video below!

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“Actually” by Nogizaka46

This is a very good song by Nogizaka46. It’s been a while since they’ve had a song worth talking about but this one is actually worth looking into.

You can check out “Actually” here and the music video below!

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“Turn To You” by FANTASTICS from EXILE Tribe

This is a really good track that reminds me of songs that came out when I was in high school. The melody on this track is really good and the vocal work done here really complements the composition.

You can check out “Turn To You” here and the music video below!

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“Change My Life” by The RAMPAGE from EXILE Tribe

This was a nice surprise from The RAMPAGE. Definitely, something that a first doesn’t sound much like a song that they would do but it really works. The RAMPAGE has really be mixing it up as of late and I’m here for it.

You can check out “Change My Life” here and the music video below!

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“Atarashi Seikai” by Generation From EXILE Tribe

Man my opinion of this group has really changed over the past several months. Their Up & Down album is still one of my favorites. “Atarashi Seikai” is the first song they’ve released so far this year but I’m really digging it and I can’t wait to see what these guys do next.

You can check out “Atarashi Seikai” here and the music video below!