As the title suggests, the Side-B remix “He Loves You (DJ KOCO Boogie Mix)” (sample 2) by DJ KOCO aka SHIMOKITA—featuring B-boy breakbeats and a mind-blowing boogie vibe—is sure to put a smile on your face.
FLIS, a producer team formed by Shy—a veteran music producer based in South Korea who heads Love Island Studio and specializes in advertising and film music—and Nagato Takamiya of Flower Records, has officially launched following a friendship spanning over 20 years.

This debut release features FRANZE, a multi-talented singer based in South Korea who also works as a composer and arranger—and who showcased her vocals on Project 301’s “You Gotta Be”—covering the 1976 masterpiece “He Loves You” by the fusion band Seawind, a track that remains hugely popular in the free soul scene. fusion band Seawind, a massive hit from 1976. With a pleasantly dynamic, funky groove, sophisticated instrumentation, and FRANZE’s expressive vocals coming together, this track has been reimagined with a fresh arrangement to create a contemporary sound. The lineup features YABU (bass) from ONEGRAM, Yota Kobayashi (guitar) from Reggae Disco Rockers, and “PLAZA” Fujisaki (keys) from Little Big Bee.

Furthermore, Side B features the “DJ KOCO Boogie Mix” by DJ KOCO aka SHIMOKITA, who travels the world and enjoys immense popularity. Reconstructed from a perspective unique to DJ KOCO—who knows the 7-inch format inside and out—this mix lives up to its name as an absolutely mind-blowing boogie track! It’s the perfect addition to any DJ set. Combining the fresh interpretations of FLIS and FRANZE with the talents of skilled musicians and DJ KOCO—an all-star lineup—this single is an exhilarating masterpiece that effortlessly transcends genres and borders. It’s finally here! (Original Japanese text by COMPUMA)