Aiobahn releases a new song on his first major label! The featured artist is singer-songwriter yanaginagi!

‘Re: searchlight

Aiobahn, a one-of-a-kind music producer and DJ with roots in electronic dance music and a connection to the Japanese subculture scene, released a new song "Re: searchlight" digitally back ob April 26.  Aiobahn's song "INTERNET YAMERO," released on March 17 (Fri.), received over 6.4 million views on YouTube within a month of its release, and the number of subscribers to his YouTube channel increased by 30,000 in a month.

Aiobahn, who is in the middle of such a hot topic right now, has released a new song "Re: searchlight" digitally from "avex trax" featuring singer-songwriter yanaginagi. This is the first major label release for Aiobahn. The music video, which was released on YouTube at the same time as the release, is a fully animated video directed by illustrator/animation artist Wataru Uekusa.

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The story linked to the world view of the song and the use of color in the video are also noteworthy.

Be sure to check out the music video for ‘Re: searchlight’ below, along with the digital streaming link here!

About Aiobahn

Aiobahn is a maverick electronic music producer that fascinates Otakus and TOP DJs around the world. He has been connected to the Japanese subculture scene with creativity that crosses genres and established the “Aiobahn” sound that people would notice once they heard. After actively releasing songs, he participated in the soundtrack of the video game “NEEDY GIRL OVERDOSE,” which has been a global hit. Its theme song, “INTERNET OVERDOSE,” reached over 11.46 million views on YouTube. As a producer, he has created many hit songs.

On the other hand, even in the dance music scene in the West, Aiobahn’s original sound has gained a high reputation. His music has been played by many world’s top DJs such as the Dutch DJ/producers Martin Garrix and Tiesto, who have ranked No.1 in the world’s DJ ranking, and Afrojack. Releasing original songs from big-name labels such as “STMPD” and “Monstercat”, he is truly the one-and-only producer that travels back and forth from Japanese subculture scene to the mainstream Western dance music.

With his roots in electronic dance music, he crosses the boundaries between subculture and POP, physical to digital, and continues to achieve further breakthroughs.

About yanaginagi

yanaginagi is a Japanese singer/songwriter from Kansai, Japan.
She tries to make the whims of our daily life, fill with nostalgia, for example like the music at a scene of a fairy tale.
From 2009, she was invited by the entertainment unit supercell to become their guest vocalist named“nagi”. In 2011, a special project named「Jun Maeda×yanaginagi」began.
yanaginagi made her solo debut with her first single “Vidro Moyou ” released on February 29, 2012. Her delicate and unforgettable voice once heard will open up your mind to a new world supported by impressive music.

SERRA Releases First Single “Always and Forever,” ED Theme of the TV Anime Why Raeliana Ended Up at the Duke’s Mansion!

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The ending theme song of the currently airing TV anime Why Raeliana Ended Up at the Duke’s Mansion, titled “Always and Forever,” was released on CD back in April. This marks SERRA’s first anime tie-up song, which she personally wrote and composed. The song is an emotive piece that perfectly complements the anime.

Regarding the song, SERRA stated, “I’m thrilled that my first anime tie-up is Why Raeliana Ended Up at the Duke’s Mansion. When I read the story, I was deeply moved by Raeliana’s strength and determination to survive. I tried to stay true to her character as I crafted the lyrics and melody and sang with heartfelt emotion. I hope you will appreciate the grand and emotionally charged sound. My wish is that my voice and the story will inspire you, even a little, to keep going.”

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The coupling song, “Kokotsu no Memento,” is also based on the medieval world of Why Raeliana Ended Up at the Duke’s Mansion, but while “Always and Forever” is about life, “Kokotsu no Memento” is about death, giving the two songs a relative significance.

A music video of “Always and Forever” has also been released. It portrays the theme of love through a poignant story of a man and woman, whose hearts remain connected despite the distance between them. This wistful tale is infused with a glimmer of hope, making it a heartwarming depiction of enduring love.

Be sure to check out the music video for ‘Always and Forever’ below, along with the steaming links for the single here!

INTO1 SANTA follows viral success in China with dance video for new single ‘I’m from…’, out now! Self-produced choreography and lyrics tell his personal story!

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INTO1 SANTA has released a ‘Live Show’ dance performance video for his new single, ‘I’m from…’. With its gorgeous flowing melody and autobiographical lyrics that tell INTO1 SANTA’s own personal story, the recently released single ‘I’m from…’ has already become a hit, and in China it has entered the top rankings on various charts. The day after its release, the track hit No.4 on the overall chart on NetEase Cloud Music and No.2 on QQ MUSIC's trend index chart. It also ranked in the overall trending word chart on China’s largest social media platform, weibo.

The song was inspired by INTO1 SANTA’s life to date, and not only did he help write the lyrics, he was also involved in the choreography of the new music video. He previously performed the song during a guest appearance in the final stage of the popular Chinese dance program ‘Street Dance of China 5’; in this video, the performance has been moved into the studio, presenting a whole new style. In addition to the rich setting and dance moves, the video is crammed with meaningful details, featuring photos of treasured memories and illustrations drawn by INTO1 SANTA himself, making this a personal work that is not to be missed.

Be sure to check out the live show video below along with the single here!

Sony Music Entertainment Japan Introduces the World to Bangkok-based Japan x Thailand HipHop Group, Baby Mic Candy

Sony Music Entertainment Japan has announced the debut single release of Japanese and Thai Hip Hop trio, Baby Mic Candy (BMC). The single, ‘RUN’, will be made available on all digital streaming platforms, with the accompanying music video on the same day.

Baby Mic Candy (BMC) is a 3-member Hip Hop group consisting of MOTO from Thailand, and GOLI and YUKI from Japan. The name ‘Baby Mic Candy’ toys with the idea of how the trio wants to share their identity with the whole world, charming listeners as vividly as Candy through the Microphone without forgetting their Baby-like innocence.

Formally members of a 10-member idol group in Fukuoka, Japan, the group disbanded in 2019.

As the three remaining members, MOTO, GOLI and YUKI regrouped to form BMC during the pandemic, working together remotely in Thailand and Japan respectively. Two and a half years of enduring hardships of creating songs remotely and with the Japanese members of BMC studying Thai language, all 3 members have finally reunited in Thailand since May this year. Currently based in Bangkok, BMC will be writing songs together with some of Thailand’s biggest music producers and artists, working on various projects, while working towards the same shared goal of becoming a hit in Thailand.

The debut Hip Hop, breakbeat single, ‘RUN’ is an adrenaline-pumping, runner’s high song that sublimates good vibes, a spirit of defiance and resolutions overflowing from the group. With lyrics in Thai, Japanese and English, the high-tempo best of the single depicts the “ordinary guys” that BMC values so much as they bet (run) on the once-in-a-lifetime game of life.

BMC’s leader GOLI says, "Listening to our debut single ‘RUN’, I hope you can feel the possibilities and expectations of the word "anyone" in a positive way, as well as the passion of BMC and the hotness of Thailand. It is a song that makes you feel close to us, with the thought of stepping forward together.” This song is the start of the BMC project, in which the members, representing Generation Z, will present the significance of their existence as artists in the country.”

Prior to their debut, BMC's official YouTube channel has already launched. Produced by Goffoo (@goffoo), the leader of a Thailand’s legendary YouTuber group FEDFE, the channel will feature a variety of content focusing on the BMC members' lives in Thailand.

In partnership with Thailand’s entertainment conglomerate, GMMTV, BMC’s music and reality show ‘B.M.C. Way’ is set to premiere later this month on GMMTV’s YouTube Channel. Join the members of BMC as they travel across Thailand to learn about the local culture, finding inspiration for their music creation. Be sure to check out the streaming links “RUN” here, along with the music video below!

XANVALA Unleashes Defiant Digital Single “joke”!

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Five-member alt-rockers XANVALA dropped the digital single “joke” on August 31, 2022. Locked and loaded, the band brings a rebellious spirit with this new work. “joke” is a riff-driven fierce track with a catchy modern sound that showcases the colors of XANVALA.

Speaking about the single “joke”, the band comments:

"The concept for the lyrics is a counterattack. The idea came to me from a movie and I envisioned a scene of oppressed people collectively rising up in revolt."

— Vocalist Tatsumi

"We didn’t skimp on time, work, or expenses to deliver the best we could and didn’t let anything compromise the quality at all. The only way to express oneself is from the inside out. You put it out to the world, as it is, and people will either love it or hate it. That’s the true form of art."

— Guitarist Yuhma

"The theme for this work is a graceful villain. I wanted to create a trap music atmosphere, so I researched many evil-looking game soundtracks."

— Guitarist Souma

"So far, this is the song that best synchronizes the concept with the visuals and the music. It’s kind of a new season of a non-Japanese series with an antihero. Please enjoy it."

— Bassist 70.

"The antihero of this new era has been born. Check out the badass side of XANVALA."

— Drummer Tomoya

The five-piece band successfully completed their 20-city Japanese tour “ASK”, and they announced a new one starting this December and ending in August 2023. With several sold-out dates during this year, the upcoming tour is a new challenge to break into bigger venues and reach more areas in Japan.

With the future looking brighter than ever, XANVALA has risen to become one of the most promising acts in the current Visual Kei scene. Be sure to check out the music video for “joke” below, along with the streaming links here!