If you’ve been following our Japanese music coverage here at Rice Digital lately, you’ll know we love Bradio. The funky trio are known for bringing something new and different and their upbeat attitude and energy has gotten us through the last few months of… well… everything going on. As part of my effort to spread […]Read More
Japanese rock band ONE OK ROCK are currently celebrating the 10th anniversary of one of their biggest hits, entitled Kanzen Kankaku Dreamer (Complete Sensation Dreamer). In line with the times, they’ve released a parody of their own music video, with a few tweaks to fit the current lockdown scenario. The new version of the song […]Read More
It feels like the world of live JRock is coming to a standstill. We’ve talked before about how anime have been impacted by the epidemic, but the impact has been felt at live events as well. Conventions are cancelled. Retailers are struggling to fill orders due to breakdowns in manufacturing chains. Concerts and festivals are […]Read More
As a fan of Japanese music thanks to media such as anime and J-dramas, we all know video games can be just as much of a helpful source in discovering new artists and favourite songs. We will be looking at my 8 best visual novel songs ever. No artist will be taking a spot twice […]Read More
Fender have revealed they’re working on an Evangelion guitar to be released in Japan, and fair warning, it’s quite expensive. Well, at least I think it is, as a non-guitar owner. To be more specific, the ‘Fender x Asuka Telecaster’ will be themed after Asuka’s suit with red and yellow gradient. There are a few […]Read More
Like most fans, my first exposure to Japanese rock bands was in the form of anime opening and ending songs. From classics like Yu Yu Hakusho’s Spirit Bomb to modern jams like My Hero Academia’s The Day, the genre is a great introduction into what makes Japanese music so good. Over the past several years, […]Read More
It’s always nice to see a game’s soundtrack get recognition, which is a role rhythm game spin-offs such as Final Fantasy Theatrhythm and the Persona Dancing games fill quite nicely. But what about all the other amazing game soundtracks that deserve more time in the limelight? Here are 7 series with amazing game soundtracks that […]Read More
Excuse me while I lie down in a dark room and furiously fan my face with my hand. It’s Mel Kishida! Mel Kishida singing the opening theme for Atelier Online. You know who Mel Kishida is right? He’s is the character designer for the Apprentice of Arland Atelier trilogy. He’s also my Number One […]Read More
Fire Emblem Flower of Enchantment is the second arranged music album for Fire Emblem. This time around the theme is “session”, with the music taking on metal arrangements. Previously Faith & Engagement arranged music from the series in a “piano” theme. There’s a preview trailer showcasing the tracks and the musical style. For […]Read More
As part of Final Fantasy‘s 30th anniversary, Square Enix is releasing a Final Fantasy jazz CD! The Square Enix Jazz -Final Fantasy- CD features jazz arrangements of twelve pieces from across the series. There are some interesting choices, which I’m sure will sound amazing in a jazz style! Here’s the tracklist: 1. Blinded By […]Read More
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