ANDRAS FOX quietly drew attention when "Magpie Echoes," an ambient house cut included on last year's blue vinyl reissue of his popular debut single "Your Life EP" (with a different tracklist from the original pressing), was picked up early on for a CMT mix CD. Having recently visited Japan as a duo with female singer Sui, he now presents his long-a ...Read morewaited new work: a mini-album-like 12-inch single on the Dutch label DOPENESS GALORE. Built from cheap yet warm vintage rhythm machines, the sound images are carefully selected as if drawn out note by note, seeping softly and mellowly into the heart with a beauty that can completely transform the scenery around you—a flavor that only he can deliver. With electric piano, flute, hand-played bass, and sensual male vocals adding color, it also comes highly recommended as an urban soundtrack!

Set against the backdrop of Berlin and the coast of Tuscany, Italy, this work was born from a deep connection to the sea—a longing for it, and the landscapes encountered while spending time by the water, such as the light, the wind, the vegetation, and the spray of the waves. Combining synthesizers, electronics, and ambient sounds, drummer and perc ...Read more (Original Japanese text by Adachi)ussionist Lorenzo Setti—who collaborated on the project—plays a key role in shaping the rhythm of the entire album. A Balearic-ambient Mediterranean soundtrack where inspiration from jazz fusion and 1970s–1980s Italian library music drifts like a mirage. A world not too far removed from the films of Takeshi Kitano. A seaside vibe. (Original Japanese text by Adachi)

Starting with Yosi Horikawa’s fresh electronica—which opens with the sound of a ping-pong ball rolling—this collection features tracks from the 2016 CDs by Chari Chari, Force Of Nature, and XTAL; up-and-coming artist Yuu Udagawa, who has also released solo work under the names Takuya Matsumoto and Cosmocities; a Slow Didi remix by Kuniyuki, DJ Eiji ...Read more (Original Japanese text by Adachi) Takehana, Tominori Hosoya, Azzurro, and AcidGelge (909state)—all the way to new tracks from 2025. Featuring 11 artists—including tracks making their vinyl debut—this collection spans Japan’s unique electronic soundscapes from the 2000s onward, encompassing deep house, future jazz, experimental electronics, ambient, and more. You can preview all tracks from the tracklist. (Original Japanese text by Adachi)

A wonderful work from "FOREST JAMS," a place of excavation full of love for music, which has also reissued Osamu Kitajima and Nami Takaratatsu, following the previous work by Tito Kawachi. HIROAKI SUGAWARA, who has been active as an arranger, guitarist, and producer since the 1980s, and has worked with artists such as Koji Yoshikawa in a wide range ...Read more (Original Japanese text by Akie) of musical genres from electro to bossa nova and Amami folk music, has released a CD under the pseudonym SERGIO MARIA SAGUARO. This is an analog version of his ethnopop/electroacoustic masterpiece released on CD under the pseudonym SERGIO MARIA SAGUARO! From the organic scape "Highspeed Grandma" that mysteriously invites with a kalimba loop to the weary pop "Ice Cream" that jams with electronic funk grooves and exotic strings, the wide range of musicality is integrated in a relaxing mood. The three audible tracks are good, but the whole album is wonderful and is one that you should drop the needle on slowly throughout the album. Handily recommended! (Original Japanese text by Akie)

The latest release from 〈FOREST JAMS〉—a treasure trove for music lovers known for its rediscs of artists like Osamu Kitajima and Nami Hōdatsu! A long-awaited vinyl release—more than 20 years in the making—from the tribute album *E2-E4*, planned and produced by *SAL DISC* (a miraculous album featuring mixes by Smurf Boys, ROVO, BUFFALO DAUGHTER, and ...Read more (Original Japanese text by Akie) ∈Y∋)! “Just Be There” (sample 1)—where breakbeats lightly pulse to the rhythm of an electric piano loop, ultimately blending with layered, masterful guitar work to form a relaxed and mellow dance landscape—is a masterpiece that draws you in with its mesmerizing soundscape, showcasing the artistry of meticulously layered fine-tuning and effect processing. The B-side also features “E.D.E.N,” a tribute track produced by DUB SQUAD—comprising Koji Nakanishi, Taro Yamamoto, and Itsuki Masuko—which is equally exquisite, with deep, chill breakbeats where mystical chords harmonize with a rich, full-bodied bassline.

*Please note that the jacket has minor creases on the corners from when it arrived; we are offering this item at a reduced price. We appreciate your understanding. (Original Japanese text by Akie)

abentis, the founder of FACTA & K-LONE’s 〈WISDOM TEETH〉, has garnered attention not only for his solo work but also for his curation of “Nagoyaka na Kaze / 和やかな風 (Quiet Wind)”—abentis, who garnered attention for this curation, is releasing a cassette featuring live recordings on his self-run label 〈2++〉, launched this year! From minimal and polyrhy ...Read more (Original Japanese text by Akie)thmic electronics that evoke a mystical resonance with their soothing harmonic structure and organic timbre, to club sounds that smoothly maneuver powerful bass tailored for sound systems—this one-hour work captures the ebb and flow of a night on the dance floor. A true masterpiece that lets you experience abentis’s signature live performance style—including their nuanced control over the sound system and atmosphere of each venue, along with their razor-sharp sonic sensibility—highly recommended! (Original Japanese text by Akie)

Lusine is one of the longest-standing producers in contemporary electronic and experimental music. While continuing to drift freely between techno, avant-pop, and ambient—all while balancing melodic structures with intricate textures—this album marks a return to his roots, centered around minimalism. If his previous album, *Long Light* (2023)—which ...Read more (Original Japanese text by AYAM) incorporated collaborations and featured vocals prominently—was a work of sharp contrasts, then this new release, centered on the themes of “loss” and “transition,” evokes a misty atmosphere. With a total of 10 tracks, immerse yourself in the exhilarating sensation of sinking deeper and deeper. (Original Japanese text by AYAM)

From the cutting-edge German label Squama Recordings, where avant-garde jazz and electronic music intersect, comes the debut release from Clay Kin—a project featuring Swiss percussionist Julian Sartorius (who has participated in numerous sessions, including those with ECM’s Colin Vallon, as well as Valentina Magaletti and Herbert) and UK electronic ...Read more (Original Japanese text by Saito) music artist Dan Nicholls (who has collaborated with We Jazz and others). ECM’s Colin Vallon, among many others, and UK electronic music artist Dan Nicholls—who has joined forces with We Jazz and others—in the project Clay Kin. A wonderful album. Now back in stock. 180g heavyweight gray colored vinyl. (Original Japanese text by Saito)

These are physical releases from *AN1MA*, each produced in limited quantities. A 2022 work by the artist known as wishlist, who is based in Vermont, Northern California. It features 10 tracks of alternative ambient music with a soundtrack-like quality—a series of sounds that unfold like a single story, incorporating particles and noise that tremble ...Read more (Original Japanese text by Adachi) subtly beneath a sense of calm, along with loose loops and elements of ambient music. Even the USB drive has a relic-like appearance. Since the publisher appears to be sold out, be sure to grab a copy while you can. (Original Japanese text by Adachi)

While the first installment focused on the so-called “Oriental” category and cultural memory, the second—a more conceptual installment narrowed down to female creators—has now arrived. COLA REN, based in Guangzhou, China, and exploring modern club sounds, presents the dreamy, left-field garage track “Message in a Tofu,” which makes full use of her ...Read more (Original Japanese text by Akie)signature colorful sound palette. XIAOLIN, a familiar name from Hong Kong-based labels 〈MIHN〉 and 〈BLESS YOU〉, presents the dark, edgy electro track “Pressure (ft. Eli),” among others. This is an outstanding compilation that goes beyond the label’s written concept—by savoring the tracks, you’ll gain insight into the relationship between these artists’ cultural backgrounds and their individual skills and sensibilities! (Original Japanese text by Akie)

This is the fifth release from the label 〈TON TON〉, launched by BAR TON, a music venue in Bucharest located in a mixed-use apartment complex built in the late 1950s that embodies Romania’s unique brand of Socialist Modernism.

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『The A side opens with two ambient pieces: "Inception," gritty and haunting, built from ...Read morefield recordings and layered chords, and the dreamier "Regulator Dial." "Air Lock" and "DFtB" turn breaky and lowtempo, evoking early electronica. The flip moves through "Waterproof's" downtempo electro and "Make Right," the LP's most club-ready cut. Title track "Bean Soup" channels early Four Tet: bleepy, minimal, emotional, while "Sunlight" closes with blissful, calming sounds, rounding out a beautifully balanced record. Tudor Gheorghe, aka Romansoff, is a Bucharest DJ, producer and vinyl collector with over 13 years on the capital's underground scene. Inspired by small local parties in the 2000s, he started collecting vinyl, then DJing, quickly becoming a key figure in the Bucharest club scene. Since founding his imprint Raw Tools in 2013, he's released on Lobster Theremin's Mork, Creme Organization, Les Yeux Orange and Solar Phenomena. In 2018 he co-founded venue Platforma Wolff, a full club by 2021, as booker and resident, hosting headliners like Prosumer, Paramida and Tornado Wallace. Versatile and creative, he stays a fixture at Bucharest's best nights. His debut LP lands this year on Bar Ton's vinyl label.』

Nueen, who made a strong impression on his *Hyperdub* release with Iceboy Violet, presents a new album via *3XL*, a label run by Special Guest DJ. He blends his signature humid ambient sound with elements of rap, dub, and R&B. Featuring UK drill-inspired basslines, gaseous effects, and a unique, floating soundscape. Loraine James contributes whispe ...Read more (Original Japanese text by Adachi)rs, while Space Afrika and Dawuna bring a smoky soul vibe to the mix. With Xzavier Stone adding a lustrous touch reminiscent of ’00s R&B, this album features a stellar lineup of guests who blend seamlessly into the work’s world. It expands the boundaries of ambient “experimental hip-hop” on a scale beyond “cloud rap.” (Original Japanese text by Adachi)

One day, a stone he happened to pick up on the street cracked in 7FO’s palm. For 7FO—who, before being a musician, identifies as an East Asian—this inexplicable “nature” suddenly opened up; his innate nature as a musician then stepped in to nurture what felt like “seeds of sound,” and as a kind of mediator, he cast a swarm of sounds back into natur ...Read moree—this, I believe, is the essence of this work. Although sound is supposed to have no mass, the sounds on this album seem to possess a tangible presence that one could almost touch with one’s hands. Toru Takemitsu once said, “One can encounter true sound only by casting oneself into nature or unknown resonances that transcend the self” (Sound, to the Extent That It Can Be Weighed Against Silence). The word “mass” conjures up acoustic images such as noise devoid of dynamics, metallic resonances, the ear-splitting frenzy of a dance floor, and drones of various forms—each of which could be described as “substantial” in its own right—but 7FO has explored different facets of this substance. It is a collection of high-density low frequencies, sculpturally condensed masses of sound, subtly fluctuating gravitational fields, and a blend of vibrant joy and seeping humor. Recorded from 2024 to 2025, this album sees 7FO distilling their musical vision—featuring drum machines, guitars, and synthesizers—into eight compact structures. These structures draw inspiration in part from the intense essence of pre-war American blues and the spirit of traditional Ethiopian music. The starting point for The Stone I Picked Up Broke traces back to “Snake,” a live, one-take track that served as the B-side to the 7-inch single “Healing Sword” (2023)—7FO’s first foray into the single format. This 7-inch record found its way into the hands of Henry Rollins, who played the B-side track “Snake” on his radio show—an experience that inspired 7FO. This, in turn, morphed into the song “White Snake,” which became the crowning touch of the album, leading to the completion of The Stone I Picked Up Cracked. The artwork, which visually nurtures the seeds of sound, is by Hiroaki Hida.

An official reissue of a cult classic long sought after by fans of world music, library music, and electronic music. Mort Garson was a prominent figure in the music world, active as a session musician since the postwar era, writing lounge hits, and in 1969 crafting lavish arrangements for the background music in footage of the U.S. moon landing and ...Read more (Original Japanese text by AYAM) for songs by Doris Day. This album, representing his work after he encountered Robert Moog and his synthesizer in 1976 and became captivated by it, was originally released as a novelty record—an exclusive bonus available only to customers who purchased houseplants at a store called Mother Earth on Melrose Avenue in Los Angeles or a Simmons mattress at a Sears outlet. Over time, it has become a masterpiece of early electronic music that is constantly sought after by collectors. The psychedelic and dreamy arrangements, the idyllic and nostalgic soundscape unique to the Moog and rhythm box, and the charming concept—it’s simply perfect. (Original Japanese text by AYAM)

This is the second full-length album from “Economy of Meaning,” the solo project of the still-mysterious Kristoffer Kjærskov, who has also released cassette works on the label Sensorisk Verden, which features Iku Sakan. An ambient electronic daydream that quietly unwinds your consciousness and draws you deep into the depths of sound. Drones, subtle ...Read more (Original Japanese text by Adachi) electronic tones, and field recordings float faintly and shift, creating an immersive soundscape that acts on the mind, where a sense of comfort and the mysterious coexist continuously. Features a silkscreen-printed jacket, recycled vinyl, and meticulously crafted labels—each one unique. (Original Japanese text by Adachi)

With its utopian beauty and pastoral nostalgia—a unique, cute, and avant-garde soundscape that could be described as “electronica ambient jazz” performed by a tranquil chamber music ensemble with exotic, rhythmic elements—I am captivated by this rich, talent-filled musical world.
Performed by the artist herself on guitar, bass, synth, recorder ...Read more (Original Japanese text by COMPUMA), percussion, and piano, along with SML members: saxophonist Josh Johnson, bassist Anna Butterss, synthesist Jeremiah Chiu, drummer Booker Stardrum, and London-based saxophonist and singer-songwriter Alabaster Deplume, who contributes on saxophone and vocals. (Original Japanese text by COMPUMA)

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First released digitally on New Year's Eve 2022 through 〈wnoadiarwb〉, his own DIY platform with its singular worldview, 'Songs Before Bed' was the first record issued under his own name after stints as Memo Boy, OTTO, Pudding Club and more. It now arrives on LP, remastered by Stephan Mathieu and pressed on eco-conscious EcoRecord. The Otto Benson u ...Read more (Original Japanese text by Adachi)niverse, where bedroom folk, ambient, dream pop and IDM blend together like a dream. A pure and lovely record where healing and experimentation coexist, at times recalling the catalogue of Aphex Twin's 〈Rephlex〉. A fascinating individual talent picked up by 〈Palto Flats〉, whose roster also includes current work from the likes of Georgia and Foodman. (Original Japanese text by Adachi)

Eleven tracks in all, including "Slow Motion" (sample_1) with its beautiful, kaleidoscopically unfolding synth chord work, plus "The Level" (sample_2) and "Won't Forget" (sample_3), with their crisply snapping snares, chopped woodwinds and keys, and dizzying shuffle rhythms — a masterpiece that will captivate everyone from electronica listeners to ...Read more (Original Japanese text by AYAM)cut-up, glitch and minimal fans. A commemorative edition marking its 10th anniversary, pressed on 2LP black-and-white splatter vinyl. (Original Japanese text by AYAM)

Since emerging on 〈Ghostly〉 in the mid-2000s, Lusine has kept winning over fans from the dancefloor to the bedroom, becoming a key figure in the electronica scene. This is the first repress in roughly ten years.
Listening again with today's ears turns up plenty of fresh discoveries: the mysterious sci-fi downtempo of "Operation Costs" (sample_1) ...Read more (Original Japanese text by AYAM) and "Tin Hat" (sample_2), led by robotic vocals; "Twilight" (sample_3), with its beautifully stacked layers of electronics and voices; and the album's most dancefloor-minded cuts, "Every Disguise" and "Crowded Room." (Original Japanese text by AYAM)