Uchikubi Gokumon Doukoukai Acoustic Team's compilation album "Dou Baka Kashou Shuu," a collection of songs summarizing over a decade of activity, will be released on September 5th (Saturday). It includes 6 songs dedicated to "Suiyou Dou Deshou."
Uchikubi Gokumon Doukoukai Acoustic Team, a side project by Uchikubi Gokumon Doukoukai's guitarist/vocalist Atsushi Osawa and drummer/vocalist Asuka Kawamoto, will release their compilation album "Dou Baka Kashou Shuu" on September 5th, 2026 (Saturday), which summarizes their activities over the past decade.
Uchikubi Gokumon Doukoukai Acoustic Team was formed in 2014 after participating in the "Suiyou Dou Deshou Caravan." Due to the nature of the event, which uses the back of a truck as a stage, it was difficult to perform as a full band. Therefore, Osawa and Kawamoto, who were already fans of "Suiyou Dou Deshou," started out as a duo with acoustic guitar and cajon.
Since then, their activities have been limited to appearances on the "Suiyou Dou Deshou Caravan" a few days a year, and in stark contrast to the sound of Uchikubi Gokumon Doukoukai itself, they have been performing relaxed songs based on acoustic sounds.
The acoustic group's latest release, "How Do You Like Wednesday?", is a collection of six songs related to the show that they have performed live. Each song was created as a tribute to a specific "project" within the program, and the content will leave listeners unfamiliar with the show completely bewildered. It is a work that truly deserves to be called a collection of songs by "How Do You Like Wednesday?" fans for "How Do You Like Wednesday?" fans.
For the recording, Masamichi Ureshino, the director of "Suiyou Dou Deshou," made a guest appearance by recording his own "famous quotes." In addition, Sachi of Kuroiro Sumire, who has been working with them for many years on the "Suiyou Dou Deshou Caravan," participated on violin, and Takuya Miura of DEPAPEPE also provided equipment support for the acoustic guitar recording.
Furthermore, the back of the jacket and the booklet feature photographs taken during the long-running "Suiyou Dou Deshou Caravan" events, with the cooperation of HTB Hokkaido Television. The album is a work that allows listeners to feel not only the music but also the history of the acoustic team and the event.
The release date coincides with their appearance at the "Suiyou Dou Deshou Matsuri UNITE2026" on September 5th. The work will be released on CD and will also be available on various music streaming services. The CD will not be sold in general CD shops, but will only be available at live venues and the Uchikubi Gokumon Doukoukai online shop.
In addition, along with the release announcement, various goods—the first ever from Uchikubi Gokumon Doukoukai's acoustic band—were also announced. With "Suiyou Dou Deshou Matsuri UNITE 2026" just around the corner, this news will only add to the excitement for fans.
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[Uchikubi Gokumon Doukoukai Acoustic Team Live Information]
September 5th (Saturday) Hokkaido Daiwa House Premist Dome
"How Do You Like Wednesday Festival UNITE2026"
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【release information】
CD/Digital Distribution
Scheduled for release on September 5th (Saturday)
*CDs are only available at the venue and the Uchikubi Gokumon Doukoukai online shop.
[Product Number]
Distribution: LDOR-0004
CD: LDOR-10001
【recorded music】
- WHY SO YELLOW
- The Fishing Fool's Song
- It's a tiger!
- Robinson
- King
- On your and my Cub
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[Uchikubi Gokumon Doukoukai Acoustic Team Profile]
This is an acoustic unit formed by Atsushi Osawa (guitar/vocals) and Asuka Kawamoto (drums/vocals) of the band Uchikubi Gokumon Doukoukai. It is a side project in which the two perform songs dedicated to the TV program "Suiyou Dou Deshou," which they both admire, and they rarely perform songs by Uchikubi Gokumon Doukoukai.
Leaving everyone who doesn't know "Suiyō Dōdeshō" behind, they have continued their activities at a pace of a few times a year, and now they are releasing a sound source that compiles their activities over the past decade or so.
Official site:https://www.uchikubi.com/
X (old Twitter):https://twitter.com/uchikubigokumon
Kariyushi 58 vocalist Shingo Maekawa releases "Semifinal," a collaborative work with his son, and unveils a lyric video!
This four-member band from Okinawa celebrated their 20th anniversary on February 22nd of this year.
"Ketsuen-on," their first full album in four and a half years, will be released on October 14th.
[Lyric video for "Semifinal"]
https://youtu.be/iKmO3WHF3_c
"Semifinals" is Vo./Ba.
With the dream stage just around the corner, they put everything on the line for the semi-finals.
These two scenes blend together,
And this latest album, "Ketsuen-on," includes the song "Semi-Final."
The "Haisai Road 2026 Yuienne" event has also been announced.
Kariyushi 58 is running full speed ahead through this milestone year marking their 20th anniversary since their debut.
The new song "Semifinal" was born from the feelings of parent and child.
And then came the anniversary year, which included a nationwide hall tour for the first time in 15 years.
【release information】
https://orcd.co/kariyushi58
[Hall Tour 2026]
National hall tour "Haisai Road 2026 Yuienne"
November 12th (Thursday): Kyosai Hall, Hokkaido
November 18th (Wed): Niigata City Music and Culture Hall, Niigata
November 20th (Fri): Ishikawa, Kanazawa City Cultural Hall
November 23rd (Monday): Miyagi - Hitachi Systems Hall Sendai Theater Hall
November 25th (Wed): Hiroshima, Shin-Nippon Zoki Hall
November 26th (Thursday): Okayama, Kurashiki City Arts and Culture Center
November 27th (Fri): Kagawa, Asahi Cardboard Hall Kokubunji
November 29th (Sun): Fukuoka - SAWARAPIA, Fukuoka Prefectural Momochi Cultural Center
December 4th (Fri): Aichi - Niterra NGK Spark Plug Citizens' Hall Village Hall
December 6th (Sun): Osaka, Tokyo Tatemono Brillia HALL, Minoh
December 9th (Wed): Shizuoka, Numazu Civic Culture Center Small Hall
December 11th (Fri): Kochi, Shin-Kurushima Kochi Heavy Industries Hall Green Hall
December 12th (Sat): Shiga, Lutchi Plaza Bell Hall 310
December 20th (Sun): Okinawa Convention Center Theater Building, Okinawa
December 29th (Tue): Tokyo, LINE CUBE SHIBUYA
Tickets are on sale now!
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[Kariyushi 58 20th Anniversary Special Website]
https://kariyushi58.com/
A four-piece band formed in Okinawa in April 2005.
Based on rock, their sound is constantly evolving without being confined to any particular genre.
In March, the band released their first tribute album and performed at Led Zepp.
Their unique "island songs" are a testament to their upbringing and birth in Okinawa.
["Kariyushi 58" Official Website]
http://kariyushi58.com/
["Kariyushi 58" Official X]
https://twitter.com/
["Kariyushi58" Official Instagram]
https://www.instagram.com/
A midsummer landscape poem depicting memories of hot days fading away in the shimmering heat haze. Natsuko Nisshoku sings of "Japanese summer" with her new song "Aze" (Rice Paddy), now available for digital release!
Each person's own version of "Japanese summer"
Dazed by the heat, I looked up at the summer sky, high and far away,
Don't chase after it and end up disappearing into the distance beyond the rice paddy.
Title: Digital Single "Aze" (畦)
Release date: August 16, 2026 (Sunday)
Special site:https://nisshoku-
Natsuko Nisshoku Unreleased Song Tour "Area Mirai 2 'Black Hole'"
Gagaga SP's "Senko Hanabi" has been chosen for the 30th anniversary special movie of "Suntory Dream Match 2026"!
https://youtu.be/-wJEFhcflwQ?si=q2aLf-S0B9hVvLrY
[Youtube] https://www.youtube.
Village Man's Store's "Atama ga Tarinai" has been selected as the ending theme for Season 2 of the ABEMA original program "GHOST - Are Hosts Really Evil? -".
Village Man's Store's song "Atama ga Tarinai" (Not Enough Head) has been chosen as the ending theme for the second season of the ABEMA original program "GHOST - Are Hosts Really Evil? -".
"GHOST" is a new kind of host variety show where popular hosts from all over Japan gather in the studio to break down prejudices and misconceptions that are widespread in society. The MC is Takashi Yoshimura of Heisei Nobushikobushi.
This is a new-era "host x variety" show where laughter and truth intertwine, highlighting the human drama behind the existence of hosts and offering a fresh perspective on the nightlife world.
"Atama ga Tarinai" (Not Enough Heads), chosen as the ending theme for this episode, is a song that showcases Village Man's Store's signature energetic rock sound and straightforward lyrics. It resonates with the struggles, beliefs, and human relationships of the characters depicted in the show, powerfully concluding the world of the series in the ending.
Please pay attention to "Atama ga Tarinai" (Not Enough Head), which adds a new dimension to the show's world as its ending theme.
[Program overview]
Program Title: "GHOST - Are Hosts Really Evil?"
《Streaming》ABEMA
Ending Theme: Village Man's Store "Not Enough Heads"
Official Websitehttps://ghost2025.net/
【release information】
Villageman's store
5th mini album “Chunk of Red”
(Read: Chunks of Red)
Release date: Wednesday, April 1, 2026
Product number: 430-LDKCD
Label：Living,Dining&kitchen Records
Price: ¥2,420 (tax included) / ¥2,200 (tax excluded)
《Tracklist》7 tracks in total
1. Part-time job
- Not enough brains
- It keeps ringing
- Tears aren't just for show, but
- REMOVE ME
- Keyage Zombies
- Shin-Tomei Expressway, 4:00 AM
[Live information]
Village Man's Store 2026 Tour "PAINT IT RED tour"
<<Band Battle Edition>>
2026/04/25 (Sat) Chiba LOOK / guest: MAYSON's PARTY
2026/04/26 (Sun) Kanagawa, Yokohama FAD / guest: THE BAWDIES
2026/05/02 (Sat) Nara NEVERLAND / guest: Backdrop Cinderella
2026/05/04 (Mon, public holiday) Mie CLUB CHAOS / guest: Hadakaefuda
2026/05/09 (Sat) Akita Loud Affection / guest: Sekihan [DJ -Always Singing-], SBE
2026/05/10 (Sun) Aomori Yato ROXX / guest: SBE
2026/05/23 (Sat) Nagano J / guest: Uchikubi Gokumon Club
2026/05/24 (Sun) Toyama Soul Power / guest: Uchikubi Gokumon Club
2026/05/30 (Sat) Gifu ants / guest: THE BOYS&GIRLS
2026/06/06 (Sat) Shizuoka UMBER / guest: May Forth, inari
2026/06/07 (Sun) Tochigi Utsunomiya HEAVEN'S ROCK VJ-2 / guest: Wasureranneyo
June 12, 2026 (Fri) Kobe, Hyogo: Taiyo to Torano / guest: Yonkyu
2026/06/20 (Sat) Ehime Matsuyama Double-u Studio / guest: climbgrow
June 21, 2026 (Sun) Yamaguchi Shunan rise / guest: climbgrow, Kofun Sisters
2026/06/27 (Sat) Kumamoto NAVARO / guest: THE FOREVER YOUNG, The Empty
June 28, 2026 (Sun) Kagoshima SR-HALL / Guest: THE FOREVER YOUNG, The Empty
2026/07/04 (Sat) Fukushima sonic / guest: Gagaga SP, STANCE PUNKS
2026/07/05 (Sun) Iwate the five morioka / guest: Gagaga SP
August 2, 2026 (Sun) Kyoto KYOTO MUSE
2026/08/08 (Sat) Okayama CRAZY MAMA 2ndroom
"Final One-Man Edition"
2026/08/16 (Sun) Ishikawa, Kanazawa vanvanV4
August 21, 2026 (Fri) Sapporo, Hokkaido KLUB COUNTER ACTION
August 23, 2026 (Sun) Miyagi, Sendai ROCKATERIA
2026/08/29 (Sat) Hiroshima Second Clutch
August 30, 2026 (Sun) Fukuoka Live House Queblick
2026/09/05 (Sat) Kagawa, Takamatsu TOONICE
2026/09/06 (Sun) Osaka Umeda Shangri-La
2026/09/13 (Sun) Aichi, Nagoya CLUB QUATTRO
2026/09/19 (Sat) Tokyo Shibuya CLUB QUATTRO
《Ticket details》
Advance tickets: ¥4,000 (tax included) (drinks not included)
On the day: ¥5,000 (tax included) (drinks not included)
▼《Band Show Edition》General release: Saturday, February 28th, 10:00 AM
http://villagemansstore.com/
[Village Man's Store Official Website]
HP:http://villagemansstore.com/
X:https://twitter.com/vms_official
TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@villagemansstore
Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/villagemansstore
Kariyushi 58's performances of "Anma" and "Owari Hajimari" from "THE FIRST TAKE" will be available for digital download!
This four-member band from Okinawa celebrated their 20th anniversary on February 22nd of this year.
"Anma" and "Owari Hajimari" were performed on "THE FIRST TAKE"
The "Anma" that will be released this time is
Last March, the number of YouTube views surpassed 100 million. This year, on May 8th...
It generated a huge response.
The other song, "The End is the Beginning," goes, "Today is almost over. Is there anything you haven't done yet? Did you talk with your best friend? Did you experience a passionate love?"
Known for its memorable lyrics, it is popular during graduation season and other milestones in life.
Both songs,
Experience the special arrangements and atmosphere that can only be found on "THE FIRST TAKE".
Furthermore, Kariyushi 58 is scheduled to release a new album this fall.
In addition, a nationwide hall tour, the first in 15 years,
Starting with the Hokkaido performance on November 12th, they will hold 15 performances nationwide.
The tour finale will be held on December 29th at LINE CUBE SHIBUYA in Tokyo.
Kariyushi 58's new album as they celebrate their 20th anniversary year.
【release information】
Digital Single "Anma - From THE FIRST TAKE" to be released on July 1st.
Digital Single "Owari Hajimari - From THE FIRST TAKE" to be released on July 1st.
【movie】
"Anma / THE FIRST TAKE"https://youtu.be/
"Owari Hajimari / THE FIRST TAKE"https://youtu.be/
[Hall Tour 2026]
National hall tour "Haisai Road 2026 Yuienne"
November 12th (Thursday): Kyosai Hall, Hokkaido
November 18th (Wed): Niigata City Music and Culture Hall, Niigata
November 20th (Fri): Ishikawa, Kanazawa City Cultural Hall
November 23rd (Monday): Miyagi - Hitachi Systems Hall Sendai Theater Hall
November 25th (Wed): Hiroshima, Shin-Nippon Zoki Hall
November 26th (Thursday): Okayama, Kurashiki City Arts and Culture Center
November 27th (Fri): Kagawa, Asahi Cardboard Hall Kokubunji
November 29th (Sun): Fukuoka - SAWARAPIA, Fukuoka Prefectural Momochi Cultural Center
December 4th (Fri): Aichi - Niterra NGK Spark Plug Citizens' Hall Village Hall
December 6th (Sun): Osaka, Tokyo Tatemono Brillia HALL, Minoh
December 9th (Wed): Shizuoka, Numazu Civic Culture Center Small Hall
December 11th (Fri): Kochi, Shin-Kurushima Kochi Heavy Industries Hall Green Hall
December 12th (Sat): Shiga, Lutchi Plaza Bell Hall 310
December 20th (Sun): Okinawa Convention Center Theater Building, Okinawa
December 29th (Tue): Tokyo, LINE CUBE SHIBUYA
[Kariyushi 58 20th Anniversary Special Website]
https://kariyushi58.com/
[Kariyushi 58]
A four-piece band formed in Okinawa in April 2005.
Based on rock, their sound is constantly evolving without being confined to any particular genre.
In March, the band released their first tribute album and performed at Led Zepp.
Their unique "island songs" are a testament to their upbringing and birth in Okinawa.
["Kariyushi 58" Official Website]
["Kariyushi 58" Official X]
https://twitter.com/
["Kariyushi58" Official Instagram]
Kariyushi 58 to appear on Nippon Television's "THE MUSIC DAY"!
This four-member band from Okinawa celebrated their 20th anniversary on February 22nd of this year.
It has been announced that they will be appearing on Nippon Television's "THE MUSIC DAY".
This year marks the 14th annual "THE MUSIC DAY," Nippon Television's summer music festival.
On Saturday, July 4th, the main host, Sho Sakurai,
This year's theme is "A Story of Music."
Kariyushi 58 will release a new album this fall.
The holding of "Haisai Road 2026 Yuienne" has also been announced.
It will start with the Hokkaido performance on November 12th (Thursday), and will begin in December.
The tour finale will be held at LINE CUBE SHIBUYA on December 29th (Tuesday).
Celebrating our 20th anniversary,
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[Program information]
Nippon Television's "THE MUSIC DAY 2026"
Live broadcast on Saturday, July 4th, from 1:30 PM to 10:54 PM.
[Program HP]
https://www.ntv.co.jp/
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[Hall Tour 2026]
National hall tour "Haisai Road 2026 Yuienne"
November 12th (Thursday): Kyosai Hall, Hokkaido
November 18th (Wed): Niigata City Music and Culture Hall, Niigata
November 20th (Fri): Ishikawa, Kanazawa City Cultural Hall
November 23rd (Monday): Miyagi - Hitachi Systems Hall Sendai Theater Hall
November 25th (Wed): Hiroshima, Shin-Nippon Zoki Hall
November 26th (Thursday): Okayama, Kurashiki City Arts and Culture Center
November 27th (Fri): Kagawa, Asahi Cardboard Hall Kokubunji
November 29th (Sun): Fukuoka - SAWARAPIA, Fukuoka Prefectural Momochi Cultural Center
December 4th (Fri): Aichi - Niterra NGK Spark Plug Citizens' Hall Village Hall
December 6th (Sun): Osaka, Tokyo Tatemono Brillia HALL, Minoh
December 9th (Wed): Shizuoka, Numazu Civic Culture Center Small Hall
December 11th (Fri): Kochi, Shin-Kurushima Kochi Heavy Industries Hall Green Hall
December 12th (Sat): Shiga, Lutchi Plaza Bell Hall 310
December 20th (Sun): Okinawa Convention Center Theater Building, Okinawa
December 29th (Tue): Tokyo, LINE CUBE SHIBUYA
[Kariyushi 58 20th Anniversary Special Website]
https://kariyushi58.com/
[Kariyushi 58]
A four-piece band formed in Okinawa in April 2005.
Based on rock, their sound is constantly evolving without being confined to any particular genre.
In March, the band released their first tribute album and performed at Led Zepp.
Their unique "island songs" are a testament to their upbringing and birth in Okinawa.
["Kariyushi 58" Official Website]
["Kariyushi 58" Official X]
https://twitter.com/
["Kariyushi58" Official Instagram]
https://www.instagram.com/
["Kariyushi 58" music distribution site]
Kariyushi 58's new song "Yuienne" has been selected as the theme song for Okinawa Cellular's 35th anniversary!
This four-member band from Okinawa celebrated their 20th anniversary on February 22nd of this year.
Okinawa Cellular Telephone Co., Ltd. (Okinawa Cellular)
This song is
On June 1st, the 35th anniversary of its founding,
"Ketsuen-on" is,
This work was created based on the thoughts and episodes gathered through interviews.
With the theme of "connections" that link "people to people" and "communities to businesses,"
"Ketsuen Oto" on Okinawa Cellular's official YouTube channel
[Kariyushi 58 x Okinawa Cellular | 35th Anniversary Song "Yuienne" (Connection Sound)]
https://youtu.be/eCXwa3_KJ2g?
Kariyushi 58, who are celebrating their 20th anniversary,
This fall, they will release a new album and hold their first nationwide hall tour in 15 years.
Please keep an eye on the future activities of Kariyushi 58, who have just celebrated their 20th anniversary.
[Hall Tour 2026]
November 12th (Thursday): Kyosai Hall, Hokkaido
November 18th (Wed): Niigata City Music and Culture Hall, Niigata
November 20th (Fri): Ishikawa, Kanazawa City Cultural Hall
November 23rd (Monday): Miyagi - Hitachi Systems Hall Sendai Theater Hall
November 25th (Wed): Hiroshima, Shin-Nippon Zoki Hall
November 26th (Thursday): Okayama, Kurashiki City Arts and Culture Center
November 27th (Fri): Kagawa, Asahi Cardboard Hall Kokubunji
November 29th (Sun): Fukuoka - SAWARAPIA, Fukuoka Prefectural Momochi Cultural Center
December 4th (Fri): Aichi - Niterra NGK Spark Plug Citizens' Hall Village Hall
December 6th (Sun): Osaka, Tokyo Tatemono Brillia HALL, Minoh
December 9th (Wed): Shizuoka, Numazu Civic Culture Center Small Hall
December 11th (Fri): Kochi, Shin-Kurushima Kochi Heavy Industries Hall Green Hall
December 12th (Sat): Shiga, Lutchi Plaza Bell Hall 310
December 20th (Sun): Okinawa Convention Center Theater Building, Okinawa
December 29th (Tue): Tokyo, LINE CUBE SHIBUYA
[Kariyushi 58 20th Anniversary Special Website]
https://kariyushi58.com/
[Kariyushi 58]
A four-piece band formed in Okinawa in April 2005.
Based on rock, their sound is constantly evolving without being confined to any particular genre.
In March, the band released their first tribute album and performed at Led Zepp.
Their unique "island songs" are a testament to their upbringing and birth in Okinawa.
["Kariyushi 58" Official Website]
http://kariyushi58.com/
["Kariyushi 58" Official X]
https://twitter.com/
["Kariyushi58" Official Instagram]
https://www.instagram.com/
https://orcd.co/kariyushi58
Natsuko Nisshoku's new single "Smoke and Crystal" Music Video Released!
Solo artist Natsuko Nisshoku, who performs piano and vocals, has released the music video for her digital single "Kemuri to Suisho" (Smoke and Crystal), which was released on Wednesday, April 8th.
The new song "Smoke and Crystal" captures the wavering and uncertainties I feel within myself—a feeling that could vanish at any moment like smoke, or perhaps exist forever like a crystal.
In keeping with that wavering, a music video has been released featuring Natsuko Hishiguri standing beyond a hazy spring mist, with the silhouette of a piano as its symbolic element. Directed by Dai Osaki (Ten to Sen Inc.), who expressed subtle fluctuations in the "meridian" music video, the video dynamically and delicately depicts the dramatic development of the song along with the changing sky.
A fleeting moment that dissolves like smoke, and an eternity that remains silent like crystal. This latest work, imbued with the scent of spring and sung with a light melody, captures the loneliness illuminated by the hazy spring light—a feeling that is so characteristic of Natsuko Nisshoku. You should definitely check it out.
— Natsuko Nisshoku "Smoke and Crystal" Music Video —
https://youtu.be/r08NcZVnLlw
─ Eclipse Natsuko comment ─
Director Osaki, who previously created the fantastical music video for "meridian" with its interplay of light and shadow, has now created a new world for "Smoke and Crystal."
An unmanned quarry, a spring breeze kicking up dust, and hazy sunlight.
That place, where there was no cell phone signal, felt like a truly special place, perfectly suited to simply stand there, confront, and accept my own confusion, a confusion that no one else could share with me.
— Natsuko Nisshoku's "Smoke and Crystal" digital distribution link —
https://orcd.co/smokeandquartz
[Latest release information]
Artist: Nisshoku Natsuko
Title: Digital Single "Smoke and Crystal" (Reading: Kemuri to Suishou)
Release date: Wednesday, April 8, 2026
Special site:https://nisshoku-natsuko.com/smokeandquartz/
Streaming link:https://orcd.co/smokeandquartz
<Natsuko Solar Eclipse Profile>
Born May 8, 1991 in Hanamaki City, Iwate Prefecture.
Natsuko Nisshoku began playing piano at age 9 and songwriting at age 12. At age 17, she started her full-fledged music career as "Natsuko Nisshoku," based in Morioka. Her meticulously crafted lyrics and songwriting skills, which deeply resonate with listeners, have garnered attention, leading to numerous appearances at major festivals. Her 3rd full album, "Anti-Freeze," was selected as a winning entry in the 14th CD Shop Awards, and in recent years she has also composed many original songs, including movie theme songs and commercial music. Natsuko Nisshoku's dense music, which she produces one after another, shows no bounds of creativity. Her unique songwriting style, which expresses parts of guitar, bass, and sometimes even percussion instruments like drums using only a piano, and her musical ability and performance, transcend the imagination and frameworks of piano-playing singer-songwriters. Her piano music, which encompasses strength, weakness, sharpness, and transience, pierces the hearts of listeners and offers a truly unique musical experience.
<Natsuko Solar Eclipse Digital Distribution>
https://orcd.co/nisshoku
<Natsuko Solar Eclipse Official Website>
https://nisshoku-natsuko.com/
<Natsuko Eclipse Youtube>
https://www.youtube.com/@nisshokunatsuko_official
<Solar Eclipse Natsuko X>
https://x.com/nsn58?mx=2
<Natsuko Solar Eclipse Instagram>
https://instagram.com/nisshokunatsuko_official?utm_medium=copy_link
Utsukubi Gokumon Doukoukai releases new song with all English lyrics and music video ahead of North American tour
Utsukubi Gokumon Doukoukai has released their new song "I wish I could speak English", the band's first song with lyrics entirely in English. The music video was also released at noon on the same day. The illustrations for the jacket and music video were created by illustrator Iwai Yoriyoshi, who has worked on many American comic book style works. Along with the visuals of the Utsukubi members drawn in an American comic book style, the music video allows you to enjoy the world of the new song even more vividly.
This song, produced ahead of the band's North American tour next month, is the band's first song with lyrics entirely in English, yet it also features the band's earnest, honest feelings, "I can't speak English because I didn't study it in time..." This is a song that depicts the gap between their motivation for the North American tour and reality in a humorous yet earnest way, typical of Utsukubi, making it an English version of "loud rock that's close to everyday life."
Taking on the new challenge of composing lyrics entirely in English, Namahage, the original VJ for Utsukubi Gokumon Doukoukai, who has also lived in the US for work, assisted with the lyrics and provided pronunciation guidance for the singers. Additionally, Backdrop Cinderella, who toured with the band on their US tour in 2024, provided guest chorus support.
This song can be seen as a new frontier for the band, incorporating the new approach of using English, while still firmly imbuing the down-to-earth, everyday feel that is unique to Utsukubi Gokumon Doukoukai.
http://youtu.be/cr2jsT3tiiI
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[Utsukubi Gokumon Club Live Information]
▼GOKUMON NORTH AMERICA TOUR 2026
Overseas site: gokumon.jp
March 5th (Thursday) Seattle (Washington) - El Corazon
Sunday, March 8th Los Angeles, California - The Echo
March 13th (Fri) Austin, Texas - SXSW
March 16th (Mon) Atlanta (GA) - Vinyl
Wednesday, March 18th Chicago, IL - Reggies
Friday, March 20th Toronto, Ontario - Hard Luck Bar
March 22 (Sun) New York (NY) - SOB's
▼ Other live information
April 5th (Sun) Kagoshima Prefecture Minamiei Lease Sakurajima Square WALK INN FES! 2026 IN Sakurajima
April 10th (Friday) Okayama Prefecture IMAGE Backdrop Cinderella "20th Anniversary Unza Unza Dance Tour"
April 11th (Sat) Osaka GORILLA HALL OSAKA Spring PAN Festival 2026
April 16th (Thursday) Tokyo Zepp Shinjuku SYNAPSE #002 by Live Natalie
April 25th (Saturday) Miyagi Prefecture Michinoku Lakeside Park North Area Eco Camp Michinoku ARABAKI ROCK FEST. 26
Sunday, April 26th Oita Prefecture Oita Sports Park Jigorock 2026 supported by Nikaso
May 3rd (Sun) and 4th (Mon, national holiday) Kaiwomaru Park, Imizu City, Toyama Prefecture ONE FES 2026
May 4th (Monday, national holiday) Aichi Prefecture Nagoya DIAMOND HALL/SPADE BOX GRAND SLAM 2026
May 5th (Tuesday, national holiday) Chiba Prefecture, Chiba City Soga Sports Park JAPAN JAM 2026
May 10th (Sun) Mie Prefecture Shima Spain Village Tank-top Festival 2026 DAY2 WACHA-WACHA SHOW
May 16th (Sat) Umi no Mori Park, Tokyo TOKYO METROPOLITAN ROCK FESTIVAL 2026
May 23rd (Sat) Nagano Prefecture LIVE HOUSE J Village Man's Store "2026 Tour 'PAINT IT RED tour' Band Battle Edition"
May 24th (Sun) Toyama Prefecture Soul Power Village Man's Store "2026 Tour 'PAINT IT RED tour' Band Battle Edition"
May 30th (Sat) Osaka Prefecture, Ocean Contact Square OSAKA METROPOLITAN ROCK FESTIVAL 2026
June 6th (Sat) Kanagawa Prefecture Pia Arena MM FLOW THE FESTIVAL 2026
June 7th (Sun) Chiba Prefecture Makuhari Messe International Exhibition Hall 1-3 SATANIC CARNIVAL 2026
June 18th (Thursday) Tokyo LINE CUBE SHIBUYA Kinniku Shojo Tai "Illusions and Thoughts"
June 27th (Sat) Gunma Prefecture Takasaki City, multiple venues TAKASAKI CITY ROCK FES.2026
June 28th (Sun) Akita Prefecture Akita Club SWINDLE TOCA "Non-Repeat Tour 2026 Tour Final"
【release information】
Digital single "I wish I could speak English"
Released on Saturday, February 28th
Streaming link:https://orcd.co/iwishicouldspeakenglish
[Utsukubigokumon Club Profile]
Formed in 2004. A three-piece band consisting of Atsushi Osawa (guitar/vocals), Asuka Kawamoto (drums/vocals), and junko (bass/vocals). A rare style with a male guitarist, a female rhythm section, and a mixed vocal ensemble with male and female vocalists taking turns singing. Musically, the sound is deep bass-oriented with 7-string guitars and 5-string basses, but the lyrics are full of everyday topics about food and health, creating a huge gap. Due to their unique stance, they call their music genre "loud rock for everyday life." They were also one of the first in the industry to use a VJ to display lyrics during live performances, and the VJ role is handled by an employee of their agency, which is also an unusual arrangement that enhances their unique style. They have firmly established their position as a unique band in every aspect.
Despite the band's name, their fan base is wide, with people of all ages and genders, and they have written songs for everything from sports drink commercials to anime theme songs and children's programs, and they have collaborated with everything from professional wrestlers to the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries, so they know exactly what they want. They are also very active as a live band, having toured numerous times and sold out the Nippon Budokan in 2018, and their 20th anniversary tour in 2024 was a huge success, attracting 10,000 people to the final show. They have become well-known as a regular band at famous festivals in Japan, and recently they have begun to expand overseas.
Official site:https://www.uchikubi.com/
Official overseas website:https://gokumon.jp/
X (old Twitter):https://twitter.com/uchikubigokumon