In the late 1990s, before algorithms defined taste, before platforms flattened culture into recommended rows of thumbnails, music discovery still relied on randomness. Napster was messy, mislabeled, ...
No exploration of Japanese music would be complete without a dive into the world of J-Pop. Short for Japanese popular music, J-Pop is hard to define. It encompasses a wide breadth of genres and ...
The seven-piece group chats with The Hollywood Reporter about their new 'One Piece' collaboration and their experience opening for K-pop boy group ATEEZ. By Nicole Fell Assistant Editor The seven ...
The chart-topping Japanese act, known for adapting novels into music, say they’re hopeful for the future of J-Pop globally: “I hope that we can continue to create great music for the world to enjoy.” ...
Japanese singer-songwriter Fujii Kaze overcame creative burnout during five months in Los Angeles, resulting in his third album, “Prema.” The viral TikTok sensation behind “Shinunoga E-wa” sold out ...
YOASOBI celebrated its fifth anniversary on Oct. 1. The J-pop duo, consisting of composer Ayase and singer ikura, launched its career in 2019 as a group that turns creative writing into music. The ...
HONG KONG, March 4 (Reuters) - Appealing to a younger audience, Rika Woo dons a white J-pop-style sleeveless top and a long white skirt embroidered with lace as she performs Japanese songs for an ...
Frieren, an elven mage with a lifespan of over a thousand years, embarks on a journey to comprehend the human heart after the hero Himmel, and his party defeat the Demon King. Himmel's death and ...