HONNE "Warm On A Cold Night"
HONNE is an enigmatic electro duo from London. Their unique artist name, inspired by their love for Japan and the meaning of "honne" (true feelings) perfectly aligning with their musical style, belies the sweet and sexy vocals of Andy, complemented by the sophisticated urban night music crafted by producer James. Their debut single, "Warm On A Cold Night," later saw the release of a music video with Japanese lyrics (Andy's distinctive Japanese intonation is addictive), and the song was included in their Japanese album released last November. With their cute looks, pure lyrics, and evident love for Japan, it's impossible not to root for them.

Bonobo "Break Apart (feat. Rhye)"
Bonobo, aka Simon Green, is a flagship artist for the prestigious London-based electronic label Ninja Tune. On his sixth full album, "Migration," released this January, he features Rhye, an R&B duo from LA, on the second track, "Break Apart." Rhye, despite being male, has garnered acclaim for Michael Milosh's romantic and sensual vocals, reminiscent of Sade, and performed at the Fuji Rock Festival in 2013. This track blends Bonobo's melancholic and sometimes dark soundscape with Rhye's beautifully falsetto vocals, creating a piece imbued with warmth.

Bon Iver "22(OVER S∞∞n)"
Bon Iver is the solo project of singer-songwriter Justin Vernon from Wisconsin, USA. His previous album, "Bon Iver, Bon Iver," won two awards at the 54th Grammy Awards: Best New Artist and Best Alternative Music Album. Justin's dynamic, folk-infused sound and autotuned vocals possess an ethereal quality, as if one has wandered into a country film. "22, A Million," released after a five-year hiatus, features numerous symbols and signs in its track titles, conveying Justin's message of liberation from the struggles he faced during that time. This slightly nerdy essence adds a delightful spice to Bon Iver's charm (or so I believe).

TOKiMONSTA (feat. Jonny Pierce of The Drums) "Giving Up"
TOKiMONSTA is a beatmaker and producer based in LA. She is highly regarded among beat music fans for her powerful, sophisticated beat-making, rivaling that of her male counterparts, and for being the first female artist on Flying Lotus's Brainfeeder label. On her latest album, "FOVERE," released on her own label, Young Art Records, she features Jonathan (Jonny) Pierce from the Brooklyn-based indie rock band The Drums. TOKiMONSTA's lyrical and soulful sound enhances the emotional resonance of Jonny's vocals, bringing out a new dimension in his artistry.

Wang Shu "Thailand"
Wang Shu is a singer-songwriter born in Shanghai and raised in Japan. While there are many vocalists in Japanese music, even those who don't listen to J-POP much or prefer instrumental music can't help but be drawn to Wang Shu's songs. His sound is borderless and genreless, with gentle yet clear Japanese-English mixed lyrics that are hard to discern as purely English. "Thailand" was initially released in 2010 as a CD-R on the indie label Konchuu Mushii Fish, and finally included in his long-awaited debut album "Wang," released four years later. The album's recording featured prominent Tokyo musicians like Shugo Tokumaru, who helped craft Wang Shu's distinctive worldview, embodying a quintessential Tokyo musician's touch.