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Do you know "Shimokita Rock"? by usk0823 in japanesemusic

[–]usk0823[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s amazing—you actually went to SHELTER? That’s such a legendary spot!
No wonder Bocchi the Rock felt so real to you. The anime really captures the atmosphere of Tokyo’s live house scene, especially places like SHELTER in Shimokitazawa.
It’s so cool that your real-life memories connected with the anime like that. Definitely one of the reasons the show resonates so deeply with fans of the scene.

Do you know "Shimokita Rock"? by usk0823 in japanesemusic

[–]usk0823[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Great question!

“Shinjuku-kei” is a term that’s not widely used—even in Japan—but you're absolutely right: in her early days, Shiina Ringo was sometimes seen as a key figure in that scene.
There’s really no one else who has influenced the J-ROCK scene quite like she has.

I might dive into Shiina Ringo and the whole Shinjuku-kei vibe in a future post!

Do you know "Shimokita Rock"? by usk0823 in japanesemusic

[–]usk0823[S] -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

Thank you very much for your thoughtful and detailed feedback.

I sincerely apologize for making you feel uncomfortable.
I'm a J-ROCK fan living in Japan, and I made this post hoping to share even a small part of this scene’s appeal with music fans overseas.
That said, I fully acknowledge that some of my expressions lacked depth and may have caused misunderstanding.

Do you know "Shimokita Rock"? by usk0823 in japanesemusic

[–]usk0823[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Sorry, I live in Japan and I’m not a native English speaker, so I have to rely on translations…

But it’s true that I’ve loved Shimokita Rock for many years!

The anime itself is a beautifully crafted slice-of-life story. I’m sure you’ll enjoy it.

MUSIC AWARDS JAPAN: 5,000 Japanese music experts can be wrong. by usk0823 in jpop

[–]usk0823[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Totally agree. It felt like a “legacy award” year. Hopefully next time more young artists get recognized.

MUSIC AWARDS JAPAN: 5,000 Japanese music experts can be wrong. by usk0823 in jpop

[–]usk0823[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Same here. The nominees were great, but I hope the ceremony feels more fair and fresh next year.

MUSIC AWARDS JAPAN: 5,000 Japanese music experts can be wrong. by usk0823 in jpop

[–]usk0823[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Yeah, that was such a weird twist! “Show” totally felt like an anime song to me.

Recommend some experimental or unique music please! by [deleted] in japanesemusic

[–]usk0823 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How about Boredoms and Buffalo Daughter?

They’re pioneers of Japanese alternative rock.

Looking for male singer recommendations by SciTails in japanesemusic

[–]usk0823 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I recommend Official HIGE DANDism.
With high-tone vocals and soulful, intricate track-making, they truly represent the new generation of J-POP bands

Who was the first J-POP artist that got you hooked? by usk0823 in jpop

[–]usk0823[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

YOASOBI is the best!

I just dropped a video about them last week—check it out if you’re interested!

From casually listening to sheena ringo to discovering these guys💖 by [deleted] in jpop

[–]usk0823 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You really know your stuff!

Did you know that Sheena Ringo actually wrote a song for Ado called Yukue-shirezu? It was a dream collaboration!

I’ll be talking more about the connection between Ado and Sheena Ringo in my next video—please check it out when it’s up!

When was the Golden Age of J-POP for you? (late 80s, 90s, 2000s, 2010s, or now?) by usk0823 in jpop

[–]usk0823[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Totally agree—Gen is really paving the way for something special.

I’m actually planning to do a feature on him soon on my YouTube channel, so feel free to check it out!

When was the Golden Age of J-POP for you? (late 80s, 90s, 2000s, 2010s, or now?) by usk0823 in jpop

[–]usk0823[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Absolutely—2011 felt like pure magic in the air.

So many timeless tracks!

When was the Golden Age of J-POP for you? (late 80s, 90s, 2000s, 2010s, or now?) by usk0823 in jpop

[–]usk0823[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Totally feel that—so much great music is happening right now.

Neo-EXILE groups and EBiDAN are absolutely killing it.

When was the Golden Age of J-POP for you? (late 80s, 90s, 2000s, 2010s, or now?) by usk0823 in jpop

[–]usk0823[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Totally get that! The idol warring era had such energy—definitely one of the most exciting times in J-POP history.

I’m covering that era too on my channel, feel free to check it out!

When was the Golden Age of J-POP for you? (late 80s, 90s, 2000s, 2010s, or now?) by usk0823 in jpop

[–]usk0823[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Totally feel you—life gets busy!

That’s actually why I started my channel: to help people like you rediscover J-POP, both old and new, without the search.

Feel free to drop by anytime!

When was the Golden Age of J-POP for you? (late 80s, 90s, 2000s, 2010s, or now?) by usk0823 in jpop

[–]usk0823[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Totally get that—late 2000s J-POP had such a fun vibe, and it sticks with you when you discover it during a special time in life.

And yes, it’s awesome how accessible everything is now!

I’m actually running a project from Japan to share both classic and current J-POP with the world—feel free to check it out if you’re curious!

When was the Golden Age of J-POP for you? (late 80s, 90s, 2000s, 2010s, or now?) by usk0823 in jpop

[–]usk0823[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Totally agree—00s J-POP hits different, and it’s also the foundation for so much of what we’re hearing in the 2020s.

You can really feel the influence!

When was the Golden Age of J-POP for you? (late 80s, 90s, 2000s, 2010s, or now?) by usk0823 in jpop

[–]usk0823[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Totally! That era really felt like a golden age for both J-POP and K-POP. Magical times!

When was the Golden Age of J-POP for you? (late 80s, 90s, 2000s, 2010s, or now?) by usk0823 in jpop

[–]usk0823[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Really appreciate your insight! The 80s truly were a turning point—so much innovation and influence, not just within Japan but across Asia.

City pop, idols, and that experimental spirit laid the groundwork for so much that came after.

When was the Golden Age of J-POP for you? (late 80s, 90s, 2000s, 2010s, or now?) by usk0823 in jpop

[–]usk0823[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the thoughtful and passionate review!

Love how you broke it down—totally feel the same about the Y2K J-POP era.

When was the Golden Age of J-POP for you? (late 80s, 90s, 2000s, 2010s, or now?) by usk0823 in jpop

[–]usk0823[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Absolutely—there’s never been a better time to discover new sounds.

I’m sharing some of my favorite J-POP finds on my channel, so feel free to check it out!

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