Saifam Speed – February 2013
Artist: Various Artists
Another pair of Speed tracks for February. “Follow You Down” is a cover of the Gin Blossoms song from 1996, while “Let’s Go Crazy” is a Prince cover.
SPE211 – [5:15] Follow You Down (Factory Speedo version) / Speedogang
SPE212 – [3:51] Let’s Go Crazy (The Factory Speed Team mix) / Speedmaster
On this day, exactly 5 years ago, Kousuke Okamoto passed away at the young age of 31. Better known to trance fans as Oriental Space, Kousuke was a true pioneer of the J-Trance scene and his presence has been sorely missed. It was listening to “Magical Express” all the way back on the first Trance Paradise that got me hooked to J-Trance, and I wanted to take a moment to remember him.
If you’re a fan of J-Trance, you owe it to yourself to get the tribute album that was released to honor his works. Disc 1 is a megamix of his most famous works, while Disc 2 features remixes by Japan’s top epic trance producers.
Rest in peace.
Exit Trance presents Speed Anime Trance Best 18
Release Date: 5/1/13
Price: 1905 yen
First three tracks have been announced, though keep in mind they’re not guaranteed to appear on the final list. One of the announced tracks is Utada Hikaru’s latest single, “Sakura Nagashi.”
Thief in the Night (Single)
Artist: Becky
Release Date: 2/8/13
Price: $4
A new single from Disko Warp artist, Becky. Available now at Bandcamp, Amazon, and iTunes. Protip: It’s cheapest on Bandcamp.
Titanium (Single)
Artist: David Guetta feat. Che’Nelle
Release Date: 2/6/13
Price: 500 yen
Special Japanese version of the hit David Guetta song, released to commemorate the “Ultimate” edition of “Nothing But the Beat.” The popular songstress, Che’Nelle, provides the vocals for this new version. She doesn’t quite match Sia’s power, but it’s quite novel hearing parts of the song in Japanese. Also features a new remix by a Japanese DJ, Mitomi Tokoto. Available on iTunes Japan.
Reboot
Artist: Jimmy Thumb P
Release Date: 5/15/13
Price: 1905 yen
New album from prolific Vocaloid producer, Jimmy Thumb P. Visit the official website for a preview video and more info.
Say No! (Single)
Artist: Jouhou Shoribu (Rumi Okubo, Minami Tsuda, Risa Taneda)
Release Date: 4/17/13
Price: 1238 yen (CD+DVD Edition) or 952 yen (CD Only Edition)
Single for the OP theme of the anime, “Yuyushiki.” The opening theme is produced by the Vocaloid producer, Fuwari P, and the single will be released by the Exit Tunes label in both a CD only edition as well as a CD+DVD version. The DVD will contain videos for the opening theme and other songs from the single. You can visit the official website for more info.
Tatakai wa Kore Kara (Single)
Artist: Allover
Release Date: 2/20/13
Price: 952 yen (Type-A Version) or 952 yen (Type-B Version)
3rd single from the Akiba Koubou-produced idol group, Allover. The single will come in two editions, a Type-A version and a Type-B version, each with different team lineups singing the songs.
Tokyo Pleasure Ground
Artist: Touyu
Release Date: 2/20/13
Price: 1905 yen
Second album from utaite, Touyu. Bonus items include a cell phone strap (1 of 6 designs), mouse pad, poster, and clear file. Visit the official website for samples and more info.
Exit Tunes presents Vocalosensation feat. Hatsune Miku
Release Date: 2/20/13
Price: 1905 yen
Eleventh in the hit series of Vocaloid compilation albums, following Vocarhythm, Vocalostar, Vocalolegend, Vocalogenesis, Vocaloanthems, Vocalonexus, Vocalonation, Vocalocluster, Vocalodream, and Vocaloconnection. There will be a bevy of bonuses available, many of which will be limited to first-press copies only. All copies of the CD will have a picture label and cardboard sleeve. Limited bonuses include a cell phone strap, mousepad (1 of 7 designs), and smartphone decoration sheet. If you send in the included survey, you can also receive a clear file and fake credit card. Posters will also be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis.
Visit the official website for samples and more info.
Exit Tunes presents GUMitia from Megpoid
Release Date: 4/3/12
Price: 1905 yen
The fifth GUMI compilation from Exit Tunes, following GUMism, GUMitive, GUMish, and GUMing. These titles are getting more and more incomprehensible.
Sekiban
Artist: Sekihan
Release Date: 4/3/12
Price: 1905 yen
New album from Sekihan. Bonus items include a cell phone strap and mousepad. Visit Sekihan’s official website for more info.
EDM World presented by ?Taku Takahasi (m-flo, block.fm)
Release Date: 3/6/13
Price: 1500 yen
A new EDM compilation from FARM Records that will be sold exclusively at Tsutaya Records. The tracks have been selected by ?Taku Takahasi, best known as a member of m-flo.
House Flavor Dance Classic
Release Date: 2/13/13
Price: 900 yen
House remixes of classic dance songs from the ’70s, ’80s, and ’90s. Featured artists include Chris & Toris (Minimum Cox), I.T.T, Threemason (DJ U*Hey?), and, perhaps most surprisingly, NRG Factory! Many of these tracks will likely be featured on the upcoming Greatest Hits -Dance Mix-.
Be Mellow R&B House -Beautiful Sound-
Release Date: 2/13/13
Price: 900 yen
Full versions of songs from various FARM R&B House releases. Surprisingly, there’s also a new i-deal cover of “Starships,” which will undoubtedly be repeated to hell on future compilations.
DanceMaster | 
02 28th, 2013| 
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