The One about My Little Lover – Hello, Again ~ (1995)
If there was one single that I would put in my top 100 best Japanese songs of all time, My Little Lover’s “Hello, Again ~Mukashikara Arubasho~” should be on that list. It’s one of those songs that just doesn’t get old and once you hear Read More …
The One about Yuragi – For you, Adroit it but soft (2021) (Digital Version)
If there is one thing that remains consistent is that the band can deliver shoegaze music and the vocals of miraco make you feel that you entered a dreamscape and her vocals call onto you. A solid album overall. Click here to purchase Yuragi – Read More …
The One about this year’s YEBISU GARDEN PLACE’s “Baccarat ETERNAL LIGHTS – Form of Joy” 2022 has been announced, kicks off on November 12th
Yebisu Garden Place is one of the most visited areas during the Christmas holiday due to the winter illumination at Yebisu Garden Place. The main attraction is typically a large Christmas tree, the Christmas illumination leading to the BACCARAT ETERNAL LIGHTS and this year, the Read More …
The one about Tokyo Dome City Winter Illumination 2021-2022 announced (November 11, 2022 – February 28, 2023)
Tokyo Dome City is one of the few who tends to kick off their Christmas winter lllumination early and this year’s event will kick off on November 11th and will last through February 28, 2023. This year’s illumination event is titled “Tokyo Dome City Winter Read More …
The One about The Green – Brand New Eyes (2021) (Digital Version)
This band deserves a lot more recognition, and if you love reggae music, give The Green’s “Brand New Eyes” a listen! Definitely an album that I’ve listened a lot throughout the year and an album I highly recommend! Click here to purchase The Green – Read More …
The One about my Biggest Worry about Halloween in East Asia Has Happened
I have been following the growing phenomenon of Halloween in East Asia. There is no denying that Halloween in East Asia (specifically Tokyo, Japan and Seoul, South Korea) have become like a Mardis Gras-like event that brings thousands of people from the country and all Read More …
The One about David Bowie – Legacy (Deluxe Edition) (2016) (Digital Version)
David Bowie’s “Legacy (Deluxe Edition)” is a solid compilation greatest hits album. Sure, it may not feature every awesome song which was released by David Bowie but you do get a lot his more recognizable hit songs through his long musical career. And also one Read More …
The One about Howard Jones – Live in Japan (2022) (Digital Version)
I found this live album to be exciting and the recording quality from this concert performance was top notch and doesn’t sound like it was recorded in a vacuum. The vocals, the music and audience cheers sound wonderful and it made me enjoy this album Read More …
The One about Lily Allen – It’s Not Me, It’s You (2009)
Fantastic! I truly feel that Lily Allen’s latest album is witty, lyrical poetry that deals with a more mature, fun, personal and sultry topics. The music is equally appealing and catchy. Overall, a solid and wonderful release! Click here to purchase “Lily Allen – It’s Read More …
The One about the “Paris 36 – Original Movie Soundtrack” (2008)
“The amazing soundtrack from a wonderful film. The first album to showcase the fantastic vocals of Nora Arnezeder. If you were hooked on the music from the film, you definitely want to check out the soundtrack!” Click here to purchase the Paris 36 – Original Read More …
The One about the TITANIC: Collector’s Anniversary Edition (2012)
With the 100th anniversary of when the Titanic set sail and the release of the popular James Cameron film “TITANIC in 3D”, “TITANIC: Collector’s Anniversary Edition” is a wonderful set which includes the remastered version of the two original soundtracks plus two new additional soundtracks Read More …
The One about S.E.S. – S.E.S. 3 (Love) (1999)
Featuring the female trio that dominated South Korea in the late 90’s, this classic S.E.S. album featured hits such as “LOVE”, “I’ve Been Waiting For You”, “Tell Me” and “Twilight Zone” but also a good number of short dialogue tracks. Overall, “LOVE’ was a fun, Read More …
The One about Puffy – Jet CD (1998)
“PUFFY’s ‘JET CD’ is a solid album featuring collaborations with Okuda Tamio, Matsumoto Tortoise, Spitz, Kusano Masamune, Oku Kaori, Inoue Yosui and more. A lot of their popular hits from 1996-1998 such as ‘Kore ga Watashi no Ikiru Michi’,’Nagista ni Matsuwaru Etcetora’, ‘Ai no Shirushi’, Read More …
The One about The Housemartins – London 0 Hull 4 (1986) (Digital Version)
Listening to The Housemartins takes me back to when all I listened to was Jangle pop and my derpy days of playing the music video of “Happy Hour” which I recorded on VHS and trying my best to emulate their crazy dance moves as shown Read More …
The One about Japan – Quiet Life (Deluxe Edition) (1979/2020) (Digital Version)
Japan’s “Quiet Life (Deluxe Edition)” is an awesome collection of music, remixes and live music. Highly recommended! Click here to purchase Japan – Quiet Life (Deluxe Edition) on Amazon BAND: Japan ALBUM: Quiet Life (Deluxe Edition) DURATION: 42 Songs (3 Hours, 21 Minutes) ORIGINAL ALBUM Read More …
The One about “Eye Dreaming: Photographs by Anthony Barboza” (2022)
“Eye Dreaming: Photographs by Anthony Barboza” by Anthony Barboza, Aaron Bryant, and Mazie M. Harris is a wonderful celebration of Barboza’s work. Highly recommended! Click here to purchase “Eye Dreaming: Photographs by Anthony Barboza” on Amazon BOOK: Eye Dreaming: Photographs by Anthony Barboza BY: Anthony Read More …
The One about Kolohe Kai – LIVE ALBUM 10th ANNIVERSARY (2021) (Digital Version)
You are getting eleven tracks from albums “This is the Life” through “Summer to Winter” and the best part about it is that you get to hear the energetic fans screaming and cheering and singing a long to their songs. That’s all you can hope Read More …