SpecialThanks – Campanula e.p. (Review)
SpecialThanks Campanula e.p. Review by David Cirone SpecialThanks 5-song ep “Campanula e.p.” is a fun, 14-minute treat to hold fans over betwContinue reading…
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Critical analysis of the sounds and stories shaping modern Japan. From the visceral energy of live rock, pop, and idol performances to the subtle mastery of award-winning manga and deeply personal films, our reviews offer an expert lens on the craftsmanship, production, and cultural legacy of Japanese media.
FUDANJUKU – OTOKO (Review)
FUDANJUKU OTOKO Review by David Cirone From “Kaze Ikki’s” opening chorus of “FUDAN-DAN-DAN-DAN-FUDANJUKU!” the group’s blend of strength and Continue reading…
DAZZLE VISION – EVOLUTION (Review)
DAZZLE VISION EVOLUTION Review by David Cirone DAZZLE VISION’s previous album SHOCKING LOUD VOICE showcased the the band’s heavy-duty screamoContinue reading…
Live From Tokyo (Review)
Live From Tokyo A documentary about underground music Review by David Cirone Kudos to Good Charamel for releasing this documentary stateside Continue reading…
Mademoiselle Yulia – MADEMOWORLD (Review)
Mademoiselle Yulia MADEMOWORLD Review by Nhu Nguyen Mademoiselle Yulia is as fabulous as her stage name. She is a DJ for many high-profile paContinue reading…
MOLICE – NEUGRAVITY (Review)
MOLICE NEUGRAVITY Review by David Cirone MOLICE goes full-throttle cyber-love with NEUGRAVITY, and some hardcore Blade Runner inspiration shoContinue reading…
Bonnie Pink – Chasing Hope (Review)
Bonnie Pink Chasing Hope Review by David Cirone Bonnie Pink’s work will always have polish and cleverness, but Chasing Hope is missing the emContinue reading…
the GazettE – DIVISION (Review)
the GazettE DIVISION Review by Nhu Nguyen A few things have happened since Visual Kei band, the GazettE, joined major record label Sony MusicContinue reading…
URBANGARDE – Sayonara Subculture (Review)
URBANGARDE Sayonara Subculture Review by David Cirone URBANGARDE’s new single “Sayonara Subculture” is surreptitiously catchy. It’s a candy-cContinue reading…
Superfly – Force (Review)
Superfly Force Review by David Cirone Shiho Ochi sure can shout. She’s got the lungs for it, to be sure, and Superfly’s rock-oriented 4th albContinue reading…