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April 20, 2015
Toshio Matsuura | Enjoy a Fantastical Spring Night with Electronic Music from Around the World
Toshio Matsuura | From TOKYO MOON April 17 ON AIR
Electronic Music from Around the World
For a Fantastical Spring Night
A Sunday night, a moment of pure bliss, where time flows gently with exquisite music. Delivering such a rich experience is the radio program "TOKYO MOON" by DJToshio Matsuura.—He curates and presents wonderful music from across the globe, along with topics to stimulate intellectual curiosity for adults, every Sunday from 7 PM on Inter FM 76.1MHz. Here, we bring you the latest broadcast program each week. This week, we began with a collection of tracks imbued with an emotional, almost oriental feel, selected to evoke a spring night.
Text by MATSUURA Toshio
With a Chilled Tohoku Sake in Hand—
This year, the cherry blossoms seem to have fallen quickly, with many areas having already finished blooming. Perhaps it was precisely their fleeting beauty that offered a moment of solace to many. I hope we can all raise a glass together next year under the night cherry blossoms, toasting to how far we've come. I intend to work hard every day to make that happen.
Daedelus／
Tailor-Made
Galaxaphone／
Monomania
Africa Hitech／
93 Million Miles
This time, we started with a selection of tracks that evoke the gentle night breeze scattering cherry blossoms, imbued with an emotional, somewhat oriental feeling. It was a 30-minute journey, swaying to the ethereal synthesizer harmonies, gradually building in rhythm until the groove reached its peak, all while maintaining a cool composure. The season ahead promises to be pleasant. I look forward to enjoying these spring nights with a chilled Tohoku sake in hand.
Nicolas Jaar / Space is Only Noise
REVIEW | TRACK LIST
01. Nicolas Jaar Too Many Kids Finding Rain In The Dust (Circus Company)
02. Pressure Drop Sounds Of Time (Hard Hands)
03. Daedelus Tailor-Made - Floating Points Remix (Ninja Tune)
04. Africa Hitech Light The Way (Warp Beat)
05. MJ Cole Hawaii (Prolific Recordings)
06. Galaxaphone Monomania (Fluid Ounce)
07. Kjell Cloud 34 (test)
Red Bull Music Academy is Here!
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Red Bull, now a familiar name in Japan as an "energy drink," has established itself globally.
Do you know about the "Red Bull Music Academy"? It's a music "vocational school" that tours different cities worldwide each year, inviting producers, DJs, and musicians as instructors. Together with aspiring musicians, they conduct lectures, workshops, and sessions.
I myself participated as an instructor in 2006 when it was held in Melbourne, Australia.
This unique and meaningful event, unlike any other, was scheduled to be held in Tokyo this autumn. However, due to the impact of the recent great earthquake, it was unfortunately canceled.
But just recently, an alternative venue was decided: Madrid, Spain, and the event to nurture fresh talent will take place this year. Consequently, the application period has been extended. There's still time, so why not apply if you're interested? Hoping for its eventual return to Tokyo, I send my best wishes to Barcelona.
Red Bull Music Academy
Application Period | Until April 26, 2011 (postmarked)
Eligibility | Born before October 22, 1991
Must be able to attend the academy at the venue during one of the following periods.
TERM 1: October 23 - November 4, 2011
TERM 2: November 13 - November 25, 2011
How to Apply | Download the application form from the link below. Send the complete application package (questionnaire, audio material, track list, two types of photos) including the English-answered questionnaire, a DJ mix of at least 30 minutes or a CD with original works, a passport-sized photo with your name and country, and a snapshot of yourself.
http://www.redbullmusicacademy.jp/apply/
Toshio Matsuura "TOKYO MOON"
Every Sunday 24:00-24:30 ON AIR
Inter FM 76.1MHz
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