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Timeline (Single)
Artist: J-Mi & Midi-D
Price: Free

A brand new, FREE track from J-Mi & Midi-D celebrating their music over the years. It’s like a mashup of all of their productions as well as the songs that have inspired them over the years. Features samples from Smile.dk, Bus Stop, S&K, Jenny Rom, and other Dancemania artists.

In other J-Mi & Midi-D news, they report on their Facebook that “The new single “Hardcore (Is My Life)”, is getting picked up in the UK, by one of the most legendary producer/dj’s in the scene. Stay tuned for more details ;)!” I was wondering what the holdup was since they first announced the track back in September. 2013 looks like it’ll be a very busy year for the duo. In addition to the upcoming single, they’ve also got a full album coming up as well as remixes for Disko Warp.

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Mash Up Rush!! -EDM vs. Oldies-
Release Date: 3/13/13
Price: 1800 yen

It’s not a genre boom in Japan until they start doing weird remixes in the latest musical style. This compilation from SCM (Full Moon’s parent label) will feature oldies done in EDM style. Think “Rockin’ Robin” done in the style of “Party Rock Anthem” or “Jailhouse Rock” done like “Turn Up the Music.” I wonder how long before someone does EDM Ghibli?

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Radio Gosha x Disko Warp: Living a Colorful Life
Release Date: 3/2013
Price: ???

Hot off the heels of their successful Hardcore Advance Kickstarter, Disko Warp are back with a new Kickstarter for a special DVD collaboration with Radio Gosha. The DVD will compile all 7 of the Disko Warp music videos animated by GoshaDole. There’ll also be a bonus CD featuring the tracks from the music videos as well as 7 new, exclusive remixes “by top producers from around the world.” I’m hoping that means a new DJ Command remix. 😀 Bonus items range from postcards to stickers and keychains. Minimum pledge for the CD+DVD set is $25. There are only 8 days left to pledge since they wanted the CD+DVD sets produced in advance of Spring conventions, so be quick!

While I’m at it, there are only 48 hours left on Radio Gosha’s T-shirt Kickstarter: http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/radiogosha/radio-gosha-presents-ufo-catcher-and-pussy-game-sh

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EDM ~Electronic Dance Madness~ 3
Release Date: 3/13/13
Price: 2190 yen

The third release in the EDM series arrives on schedule this March. Expect EDM hits from David Guetta, Deadmau5, Moby, and others.

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Manhattan Records presents “A Night Out” EDM Party Music mixed by DJ Kent
Release Date: 1/9/13
Price: 1050 yen

New digital EDM compilation from Manhattan Records. Mixed by DJ Kent. Shares many of the same tracks as the related CD release, but also has some exclusives.

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Manhattan Records presents -Color of The EDM Party Music- mixed by DJ Kent
Release Date: 1/9/13
Price: 2200 yen

New EDM compilation from Manhattan Records. Mixed by DJ Kent.

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EDM Anthem
Release Date: 2/27/13
Price: 2190 yen

Universal is the latest Japanese record label to jump on the EDM bandwagon. Their EDM compilation will be released in February and will feature artists like Avicii, Elsso, and David Guetta.

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EDM Compilation 2
Release Date: 12/26/12
Price: 900 yen

Full versions of songs from EDM 2. For some reason it’s still not up on iTunes yet, but it is up for sale on other sites like Mora.

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Kaji ga 100-bai Hakadoru High Tension Song Best
Release Date: 12/26/12
Price: 900 yen

Digital only release from EMI that’s somewhat related to their Drive ga 100-bai Tanoshiku Naru series. The first part of the title translates roughly to “Make Housework Go by 100 Times Faster,” hence the cover art. The track list consists of 80s and 90s eurodance hits. It’s also up on iTunes Japan, where it’s listed as Top Cheer Up Songs (House Keeping Edition).

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Drive ga 100-bai Tanoshiku Naru 90s Best
Release Date: 1/30/13 ? 2/27/13
Price: 1886 yen

Originally scheduled for release in late January, this has been delayed to late February. This entry in the Drive ga 100-bai series features 90s dance classics from the likes of Spice Girls, Me & My, Smile.dk, MC Hammer, Bellini, and a whole host of other names you’ve seen in Dancemania before.

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Drive ga 100-bai Tanoshiku Naru 80s Best
Release Date: 1/30/13 ? 2/27/13
Price: 1886 yen

The “Drive ga 100-bai” series rolls on next January February with another pair of releases. If there’s anything that EMI love to repeat more than AKBK Eurobeat, it’s 80s and 90s classics. This compilation has 80s mainstays from Culture Club, Kylie, Blondie, Duran Duran, and more.

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Akiba Koubou presents Utatte Mita Collection Kaito
Artist: Kaito
Release Date: 1/4/13
Price: 952 yen

Seventh wave of Utatte Mita singles from Akiba Koubou. This one features male utaite, Kaito. Surprisingly, 3 out of the 4 tracks are new productions.

The single will be available during Akiba Koubou’s Festa New Year Tour 2013.

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Akiba Koubou presents Utatte Mita Collection Sanmai, (Keitan, Bouto, Tadanon)
Artist: Sanmai, (Keitan, Bouto, Tadanon)
Release Date: 1/4/13
Price: 952 yen

Seventh wave of Utatte Mita singles from Akiba Koubou. The last set was released in April 2012, so it’s been a while. This one features the popular odottemita trio composed of Tadanon, Keitan, and Bouto. All of the tracks are resings.

The single will be available during Akiba Koubou’s Festa New Year Tour 2013.

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Sekai Seifuku
Artist: Neru feat. Kagamine Rin, Kagamine Len
Release Date: 3/6/13
Price: 1905 yen

New album from Vocaloid producer, Neru, best known for “Tokyo Teddy Bear”. Bonus items include a cell phone strap charm (1 of 2 designs), mouse pad (1 of 5 designs), poster, and clear file. Visit the official website for samples and more info.

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Exit Tunes presents Ru -Sonna Fuinki de Utatte Mita-
Artist: Glutamine
Release Date: 3/6/13
Price: 1905 yen

Second solo album from Glutamine. Bonus items include an original strap (1 of 5 designs), clear file, and poster. Visit Glutamine’s official website for a countdown to release and more info.

Pre-order at CDJapan.