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t.A.T.u. x Utada Hikaru - Simple & Clean Things She Said (Mashup)
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#MondayMashup
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t.A.T.u. x Utada Hikaru - Simple & Clean Things She Said (Mashup)
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December 8, 2025 at 11:31 AM
t.A.T.u. x Utada Hikaru - Simple & Clean Things She Said (Mashup)
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#MondayMashup
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'I ♥ XMAS' by Tommy heavenly6 was released on this day in December 2006.
It marked the 7th single released from Tomoko Kawase's alter-ego, Tommy heavenly6, and the 15th overall single from her solo career.
The single reached No. 29 on the Oricon singles chart.
It marked the 7th single released from Tomoko Kawase's alter-ego, Tommy heavenly6, and the 15th overall single from her solo career.
The single reached No. 29 on the Oricon singles chart.
December 6, 2025 at 2:21 PM
'I ♥ XMAS' by Tommy heavenly6 was released on this day in December 2006.
It marked the 7th single released from Tomoko Kawase's alter-ego, Tommy heavenly6, and the 15th overall single from her solo career.
The single reached No. 29 on the Oricon singles chart.
It marked the 7th single released from Tomoko Kawase's alter-ego, Tommy heavenly6, and the 15th overall single from her solo career.
The single reached No. 29 on the Oricon singles chart.
Perfume take you to the Moon. 🌕
[Official Music Video] Perfume 「Moon」
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December 3, 2025 at 9:20 AM
Perfume take you to the Moon. 🌕
“When I perform live, it’s about what can be expressed purely through the songs, the lighting and my silhouette...”
Exploring the world of Ado, the platinum-selling pop star with a secret identity...
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Exploring the world of Ado, the platinum-selling pop star with a secret identity...
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December 2, 2025 at 7:07 PM
“When I perform live, it’s about what can be expressed purely through the songs, the lighting and my silhouette...”
Exploring the world of Ado, the platinum-selling pop star with a secret identity...
www.theguardian.com/.../ado-plat....
Exploring the world of Ado, the platinum-selling pop star with a secret identity...
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"I was trying to incorporate more of a darker style into the music that goes well with the cello..."
From the JPG Archives: Back in 2020 we spoke to Kanon Wakeshima.
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From the JPG Archives: Back in 2020 we spoke to Kanon Wakeshima.
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KANON WAKESHIMA Interview - J-POP GO
Odd Sting & Intrigue Kanon Wakeshima originally established herself over the years with a very distinct baroque pop approach to music, typified by her use of the cello and her work alongside Malice Mi...
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December 2, 2025 at 8:13 AM
"I was trying to incorporate more of a darker style into the music that goes well with the cello..."
From the JPG Archives: Back in 2020 we spoke to Kanon Wakeshima.
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From the JPG Archives: Back in 2020 we spoke to Kanon Wakeshima.
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A wintry February 2013 and the Kyary Pamyu Pamyu 100% KPP World Tour arrived in London... 💜
From the JPG archives: 👇👇👇
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From the JPG archives: 👇👇👇
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November 28, 2025 at 9:39 AM
A wintry February 2013 and the Kyary Pamyu Pamyu 100% KPP World Tour arrived in London... 💜
From the JPG archives: 👇👇👇
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From the JPG archives: 👇👇👇
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Back in 2011, outside of her solo work, Kanon Wakeshima had teamed up with An Café’s bass player Kanon to form kanon x kanon. London audiences were privileged to see them in action for a special performance. 🎤
From the JPG archives: 👇👇👇
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From the JPG archives: 👇👇👇
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KANON x KANON live in London - J-POP GO
Kanon Wakeshima’s debut UK performance at Hyper Japan earlier this year had been very well received by her fans. To expect a follow up in the same year was completely unexpected – but very welcome ind...
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November 24, 2025 at 4:53 PM
Back in 2011, outside of her solo work, Kanon Wakeshima had teamed up with An Café’s bass player Kanon to form kanon x kanon. London audiences were privileged to see them in action for a special performance. 🎤
From the JPG archives: 👇👇👇
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From the JPG archives: 👇👇👇
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In November 1957 the Russians sent a dog Laika into space onboard Sputnik 2. 🐕
This story later had an influence on Japanese musician Akino Arai, who penned the song 'Sputnik' which appeared on her 2000 album 'Furu Platinum'. 📀
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This story later had an influence on Japanese musician Akino Arai, who penned the song 'Sputnik' which appeared on her 2000 album 'Furu Platinum'. 📀
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Laika the Space Dog and Akino Arai - J-POP GO
Dogs in space… This week in November marks a particular landmark in the history of the Russian space programme. On 3rd November 1957 the Russians sent a dog into space onboard Sputnik 2. The dog, name...
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November 23, 2025 at 2:12 PM
In November 1957 the Russians sent a dog Laika into space onboard Sputnik 2. 🐕
This story later had an influence on Japanese musician Akino Arai, who penned the song 'Sputnik' which appeared on her 2000 album 'Furu Platinum'. 📀
From the JPG archives: 👇👇👇
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This story later had an influence on Japanese musician Akino Arai, who penned the song 'Sputnik' which appeared on her 2000 album 'Furu Platinum'. 📀
From the JPG archives: 👇👇👇
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"Eat Eat Eat! Good food makes us happy!" 💜
From the J-Pop Go archives: Back in 2010, we caught up with quirky electropop outfit PINE*am 🎹
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From the J-Pop Go archives: Back in 2010, we caught up with quirky electropop outfit PINE*am 🎹
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Interview PINE*am - J-POP GO
PINE*am comprises Tsugumi Takashi and Chizuko Matsubayashi engaged in a particular flavour of electronica that delights in low-fi quirky goodness. From the electronic funk of Do I Know You through the...
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November 23, 2025 at 10:18 AM
"Eat Eat Eat! Good food makes us happy!" 💜
From the J-Pop Go archives: Back in 2010, we caught up with quirky electropop outfit PINE*am 🎹
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From the J-Pop Go archives: Back in 2010, we caught up with quirky electropop outfit PINE*am 🎹
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'Saraba, Itoshiki Kanashimitachi yo' by Momoiro Clover Z was released on this day in November 2012. The 9th single by the idol outfit, the title track is a theme song of the drama series 'Akumu-chan' and was composed by Hotei Tomoyasu.
The track also features on the group's album '5TH DIMENSION'.
The track also features on the group's album '5TH DIMENSION'.
November 21, 2025 at 4:00 PM
'Saraba, Itoshiki Kanashimitachi yo' by Momoiro Clover Z was released on this day in November 2012. The 9th single by the idol outfit, the title track is a theme song of the drama series 'Akumu-chan' and was composed by Hotei Tomoyasu.
The track also features on the group's album '5TH DIMENSION'.
The track also features on the group's album '5TH DIMENSION'.
'You are the World' by You'll Melt More! was released on this day in November 2015. It featured the single 'Hamidasumo!' and the 'Bungaku to Hakai' EP.
The album reached No. 51 on the Oricon album chart.
The album reached No. 51 on the Oricon album chart.
November 11, 2025 at 5:07 PM
'You are the World' by You'll Melt More! was released on this day in November 2015. It featured the single 'Hamidasumo!' and the 'Bungaku to Hakai' EP.
The album reached No. 51 on the Oricon album chart.
The album reached No. 51 on the Oricon album chart.
On this day in November 1985, Jun Togawa released her album 'Suki Suki Daisuki'. The album was conceived as a satirical take on idol music.
November 11, 2025 at 10:31 AM
On this day in November 1985, Jun Togawa released her album 'Suki Suki Daisuki'. The album was conceived as a satirical take on idol music.
'Pinky Jones' by Momoiro Clover was released on this day in November 2010. The second major-label single by the idol group, the title track was used as the second ending theme of the anime 'Yosuga no Sora'.
The single placed No. 8 in the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.
The single placed No. 8 in the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.
November 10, 2025 at 5:13 PM
'Pinky Jones' by Momoiro Clover was released on this day in November 2010. The second major-label single by the idol group, the title track was used as the second ending theme of the anime 'Yosuga no Sora'.
The single placed No. 8 in the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.
The single placed No. 8 in the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.
'Nee' by Perfume was released on this day in 2010. It was part of a tie-in campaign with Japanese apparel brand Natural Beauty Basic and also formed the opening song for the anime 'Koneko no Chi Ponponra Daibōken'.
The single placed No. 2 in the Oricon singles chart.
The single placed No. 2 in the Oricon singles chart.
November 10, 2025 at 2:25 PM
'Nee' by Perfume was released on this day in 2010. It was part of a tie-in campaign with Japanese apparel brand Natural Beauty Basic and also formed the opening song for the anime 'Koneko no Chi Ponponra Daibōken'.
The single placed No. 2 in the Oricon singles chart.
The single placed No. 2 in the Oricon singles chart.
From the JPG archives: Back in 2017, as part of that year's Hyper Japan event, we caught up with rock outfit MUTANT MONSTER for an exclusive interview...
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MUTANT MONSTER Interview - J-POP GO
Punk power trio deliver mutant moments… Originally formed in 2008 by sisters Be and Meana during their first year of high school, MUTANT MONSTER initially found inspiration from punk rock – particular...
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November 4, 2025 at 4:38 PM
From the JPG archives: Back in 2017, as part of that year's Hyper Japan event, we caught up with rock outfit MUTANT MONSTER for an exclusive interview...
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As October comes to an end, it provides a good opportunity to serve up a suitably spooky playlist of songs that fit into the seasonal theme....
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J-POP GO HALLOWEEN PLAYLIST - J-POP GO
Spooky Pop Go… As October comes to an end, it provides a good opportunity to serve up a suitably spooky playlist of songs that fit into the seasonal theme. In typical J-Pop Go fashion, we mix things u...
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October 31, 2025 at 5:30 PM
As October comes to an end, it provides a good opportunity to serve up a suitably spooky playlist of songs that fit into the seasonal theme....
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Mark your diaries for 24th September when THE LET'S GO's perform at New Cross Inn 🖤
September 14, 2025 at 12:20 PM
Mark your diaries for 24th September when THE LET'S GO's perform at New Cross Inn 🖤
Isiliel is currently in the UK as #MoonbowRebellion continues following an appearance at HMV 363 Bookshop. The rest of the week looks like this:
7/18
Hyper Japan Festival
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7/20
The Black Heart
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7/18
Hyper Japan Festival
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7/20
The Black Heart
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July 18, 2025 at 9:18 AM
Isiliel is currently in the UK as #MoonbowRebellion continues following an appearance at HMV 363 Bookshop. The rest of the week looks like this:
7/18
Hyper Japan Festival
hyperjapan.co.uk
7/20
The Black Heart
ourblackheart.com/events/2025/...
7/18
Hyper Japan Festival
hyperjapan.co.uk
7/20
The Black Heart
ourblackheart.com/events/2025/...
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Shonen Knife: Brudenell Social Club, Leeds - Live Review louderthanwar.com/shonen-knife... via @louderthanwar.bsky.social
Shonen Knife: Brudenell Social Club, Leeds - Live Review
Andy Brown gets happy with Japanese pop-punk legends, Shonen Knife. He spreads the joy for Louder Than War.
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June 10, 2025 at 3:07 PM
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'Overdrive' by Shonen Knife was released on this day in April 2014. The 19th studio album by the trio, Naoko Yamano said the music took on more of a hard rock aspect compared to the punk influences for 2010's 'Free Time' and the pop approach to 2012 album 'Pop Tune'.
April 14, 2025 at 3:38 PM
'Overdrive' by Shonen Knife was released on this day in April 2014. The 19th studio album by the trio, Naoko Yamano said the music took on more of a hard rock aspect compared to the punk influences for 2010's 'Free Time' and the pop approach to 2012 album 'Pop Tune'.
'Spring of Life' by Perfume was released on this day in April 2012. The single was the lead track from their fourth studio album 'Level3'.
The single reached No. 2 on the Oricon Singles Chart and became Perfume's third single to top the Billboard Japan Hot 100.
The single reached No. 2 on the Oricon Singles Chart and became Perfume's third single to top the Billboard Japan Hot 100.
April 11, 2025 at 9:06 AM
'Spring of Life' by Perfume was released on this day in April 2012. The single was the lead track from their fourth studio album 'Level3'.
The single reached No. 2 on the Oricon Singles Chart and became Perfume's third single to top the Billboard Japan Hot 100.
The single reached No. 2 on the Oricon Singles Chart and became Perfume's third single to top the Billboard Japan Hot 100.
Kyary Pamyu Pamyu is returning to the UK as part of Margins United celebrating alternative East and South-East Asian culture through music, art, food, and community.
The event is scheduled for Saturday 27th September 2025.
Details: 👇👇👇
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The event is scheduled for Saturday 27th September 2025.
Details: 👇👇👇
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April 10, 2025 at 5:07 PM
Kyary Pamyu Pamyu is returning to the UK as part of Margins United celebrating alternative East and South-East Asian culture through music, art, food, and community.
The event is scheduled for Saturday 27th September 2025.
Details: 👇👇👇
exhibitionwhitecity.com/event/margin...
The event is scheduled for Saturday 27th September 2025.
Details: 👇👇👇
exhibitionwhitecity.com/event/margin...
[Official Music Video] Perfume 「Cosmic Treat」
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April 9, 2025 at 9:17 AM
BABYMETAL - 'from me to u' (possibly featuring Poppy standing around somewhere in the video with occasional screaming and let's face it can we blame her?).
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BABYMETAL - from me to u feat. Poppy (OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO)
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April 8, 2025 at 11:54 AM
BABYMETAL - 'from me to u' (possibly featuring Poppy standing around somewhere in the video with occasional screaming and let's face it can we blame her?).
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'Cosmic Explorer' by Perfume was released on this day in April 2016. The fifth studio album by the group, it featured the singles 'Sweet Refrain', 'Cling Cling', 'Relax in the City/Pick Me Up', 'Star Train' and 'Flash'.
The album reached No. 1 in the Oricon charts.
The album reached No. 1 in the Oricon charts.
April 6, 2025 at 11:59 AM
'Cosmic Explorer' by Perfume was released on this day in April 2016. The fifth studio album by the group, it featured the singles 'Sweet Refrain', 'Cling Cling', 'Relax in the City/Pick Me Up', 'Star Train' and 'Flash'.
The album reached No. 1 in the Oricon charts.
The album reached No. 1 in the Oricon charts.