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DEREK VASCONI Interview
“It was like chaos and insanity…” For those attending any of the recent UK Necronomidol shows, a few familiar faces were always there to ensure a smooth process for both performances as well as the post-show cheki sessions. The Orion … Read More
HIRASAWA TO TAINAKA Interview
Fuwa Fuwa Time K-On! was a music anime series that became something of a phenomenon when it first aired back in 2009 (see J-Pop Go review previously). Based on the manga series by Kakifly, the plot revolves around four high … Read More
NAOMI SUZUKI Interview
Creating a cultural bridge… A popular figure on London’s busy Japanese culture and music scene, Naomui Suzuki is probably best-known for her MC work at the annual Japan Matsuri (see J-Pop Go’s previous interview). Naomi has carefully crafted a career … Read More
NECRONOMIDOL Interview
Under an iron sky If there’s one underground idol act that’s caught the imagination of western idol fans, it’s the 5-strong team of Necronomidol. The occult-themed outfit dazzled audiences in 2018 during their Black Wings Over Albion tour with their … Read More
HYPER JAPAN Summer 2019 Preview
The UK’s biggest Japanese cultural event is back… Hyper Japan is the UK’s biggest convention of J-culture and anime held in the UK. First staged in 2010, Hyper Japan is designed to promote all aspects of Japanese culture, encompassing food, … Read More
LOVE LIVE! SUNSHINE!! Aqours World LoveLive! in LA
A celebration of love, friendship, and happiness… The cast of Love Live! Sunshine!! rocked the house this weekend, making The Novo in Downtown Los Angeles feel like Numazu City in an interactive concert featuring beautiful memories from seasons one and … Read More
AI OTSUKA and Fruits Basket
Ringing in the changes… Celebrating the 15th anniversary of her debut, J-pop singer-songwriter Ai Otsuka’s new song ‘Chime’ has been chosen as the new opening theme for the 2019 TV anime Fruits Basket. Ai Otsuka is probably best known for her … Read More
RIE FU – Live in London
I see the mirror reflecting me… With the release of her new album Places (see J-Pop Go review previously) earlier this year, UK audiences were also fortunate enough to see Rie fu perform some of those songs live at some … Read More
BABYMETAL – PA PA YA!!
Metal mayhem returns… With the release of yet another new tune in the form of ‘PA PA YA!!’, it seems appropriate to check in on what’s happening with everyone’s favourite metal maids Babymetal. With a Glastonbury appearance booked in – … Read More
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MAMA – DIE MILCH
'Mama' – is another of Die Milch’s secret weapons. With its driving strings-based tune the song barrels along at a pace with a distinctly military-inspired rhythm. Coupled with a fiercely infectious melody, 'Mama' is one of the most distinctive Japanese tunes you'll hear this year.
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IMPERIAL – DIE MILCH
Imperial demonstrates that Die Milch are keen to experiment with production ideas and musical techniques (such as on ‘~A world without you~’ and ‘Go Lolita’), but continue their strong suite of combining electronic music with classical influences.
MAMA – DIE MILCH
'Mama' – is another of Die Milch’s secret weapons. With its driving strings-based tune the song barrels along at a pace with a distinctly military-inspired rhythm. Coupled with a fiercely infectious melody, 'Mama' is one of the most distinctive Japanese tunes you'll hear this year.
J-Pop Go T-Shirt
Run around town proclaiming your love of J-Pop with these stylish J-Pop Go T-Shirts.
J-POP GO BADGES
J-POP GO STICKERS
IMPERIAL – DIE MILCH
Imperial demonstrates that Die Milch are keen to experiment with production ideas and musical techniques (such as on ‘~A world without you~’ and ‘Go Lolita’), but continue their strong suite of combining electronic music with classical influences.
J-Pop Go T-Shirt
Run around town proclaiming your love of J-Pop with these stylish J-Pop Go T-Shirts.
MAMA – DIE MILCH
'Mama' – is another of Die Milch’s secret weapons. With its driving strings-based tune the song barrels along at a pace with a distinctly military-inspired rhythm. Coupled with a fiercely infectious melody, 'Mama' is one of the most distinctive Japanese tunes you'll hear this year.
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