3/31/2008

Monkey's got Majik

Here's the new video from the Canadian brothers Monkey Majik. Their new music video Together is a feel good comfort song. Definitely, another Monkey Majik hit. If you haven't heard of these guys yet, be sure to check out their earlier tracks. For some gaijin(foreigners) they sing and speak Japanese very well. Please enjoy "Together." 



3/30/2008

Bright

Here's a group that I'm falling for. The group is called BRIGHT. They are a 4girl Japanese Rnb Gospel group that has the most angelic voices by far in Japan. The group consists of:



and my personal favorite...
It's been a while since I've heard a Japanese girl group who harmonizes perfectly. They are still quite young, but I'm sure with time they can really hone in their vocal talents. Take a listen to Bright. They'll surely win you over with their graceful voices.

Let's start with their new video

Sora Iro

Here's a little preview from their first single w/acapella.  

Their first single-Brightest Star

These girls are phenomenal right!? Kawaii too! I can't wait for their album to come out. I'll be on the look out for it. Alright everyone have a wonderful weekend and stay genki!

3/27/2008

ABDC VERDICT...

The final show was something to remember. America's Best Dance crew brought out all of the contestants from the competition in a collaborative dance montage. The west coast versus the midwest versus the east coast. I'll be a little biased because I'm the bay area, CA, but the west coast crews tore it up. Kabba Modern, Jabbawockies, and Fysh n Chicks...man....Nothing but Fire!

Now, the verdict...
JABBAWOCKIES
VS.

STATUS QUO
both crews gave it there all, but there can only be one winner.
and the winner is...


JABBAWOCKIES!!!!!!
JABBAWOCKIES!!!!!!
JABBAWOCKIES!!!!!!
and if you missed it, here's the video. enjoy!

3/25/2008

Time is closing in. Vote Jabbawockees!!!

Thursday is the deadline! Click on the link below to vote for them!


If you haven't heard of these guys then you must be living under a rock. Jabbawockies is bar none, the best dance crew in America so far. I'm proud to represent these guys because they show that asians and pacific islanders can rock the dance floor like no other. These guys are featured on Randy Jackson's Americas Best Dance Crew competition. By far, no one can touch them. They are going up against the Group Status Quo. Granted these guys have skill too, but they don't have the passion and movements like Jabbawockies. Check out these vids from the show. If you like what you see VOTE Jabbawockies!!!













VOTE VOTE VOTE VOTE

3/14/2008

Another Teriyaki Boyz Collabo

This time with Pharrell and Busta Rhymes! Check it out!

Teriyaki Boyz-Zock on! Featuring Pharell and Busta

3/11/2008

What Language do you speak?

Today, I wanted to celebrate the language world. I'm intrigued by non native speakers speaking another language. There's just something about a foreigner speaking another language that seems inspirational. If you're one of those people wanting to learn different languages these video's may inspire you to keep studying. Check them out.

Korean-Spoken by an African American Woman


Japanese-Spoken by an American male


Tagalog-Spoken by a Russian woman


Chinese(Cantonese or Mandarin?)-Spoken by an African American male




3/08/2008

Bakar got Flowz

Let me introduce you to Bakar. I posted his track "Les Gens Comme Eux" which was a hot track. Tight beats and tight rhymes always get my attention. With Bakar, his album has my full attention. Check out some of his tracks. Do me a favor and play this loud!


Bakar-Le block


Bakar Ft Sniper & Tandem - Nique le systeme


Bakar- Sans Artifice


Bakar-Entre Un Homme


Classique


Some Album Clips



I hope y'all enjoy. Support music worldwide! Oh, do me another favor and visit my boy Gabe at the Brooklyn Circus Sf in San Francisco. He's located inside Harputs Market off Fillmore Street. It's real easy to get to. Here's a link to the site:


These cats have fresh new gear every week. Be sure to drop by and give them some love. Enjoy your day folks. Peace!

3/06/2008

Graduation...Healing relations...Starting anew

I just bought my cap and gown today. I'm excited that graduation is near. 3 more months to go and well, GRADUATION!!! My teachers have pushed me to the limit. I'm glad that they are. They showed me that I am capable of things I thought I could never do. For that I am thankful. The journey is not yet over though, I still have to pass my classes! As long as I stay inspired and have good friends and family around to support me then I'm fine. It took me 8years( Long right?! haha!) to graduate college but, I'm glad I'm finally here to make my parents proud.

Last night, I took a look at the blog I originally started with: 

youropiniondoesntcount.blogspot.com. 

I told myself that would never go back there. You see, I wrote a post on "How to get a girl." The way I wrote it offended some good friends which, I never meant to do. But somehow things got a little sour and that was the end of me on that blog. I haven't spoken to them in more than a year. There were other events that lead to this, but I don't want to get too much in detail. I realize that I'm not a perfect person and I'm capable of making mistakes and stupid decisions. I just wanted to take this time to apologize for all the harm and disrespect that I've done to certain folks on that blog. What I did was stupid. I know this now. I was just a naive self absorbed person trying to get his 10 seconds of fame. I don't have anything against these guys. In fact, my love for Japanese music was influenced by TsujiEriku. This man, introduced me to the pop side of Japanese music. I'm not going to lie, I used to love listening to Morning Musume, Berryz, etc etc but eventually I just grew out of that genre of music. I began looking for Western influenced Japanese Music. Anyways, I just wanted to tell him, whether he likes me as a friend or not, I respect him and I regret for the events that lead to this sour friendship. These guys at youropiniondoesntcount are crazy odd and interesting and that's what makes them unique. In all respect, I hope they all will live happy lives. Even if I don't see them again, I will continue to wish them a genki life.

You're probably asking, why...why are you telling us this? Good question. I believe as a person, I've grown. For the things I didn't understand before, I understand them now. I'm constantly educating myself. Day by day, I'm trying to become a better person to live a righteous life of peace and prosperity. That's all I want in life. I want to start anew and make sure that I won't repeat the same mistakes.

In dedication to where I started my love with Japanese music, here's the video that eriku showed me that started it all. Enjoy everyone!

Morning Musume-Do! it now
everyone, have a blessed day. Peace.

3/03/2008

Time to hit the Music World...

Here's some music vids that you'll love. We have lots of hip hop and some rnb for y'all. enjoy!

Let's start in Viva la France

Bakar feat. Medine & Sinik - "Les Gens Comme Eux"


Now to Japan...

SEEDA-Technic feat. KREVA



Yuko Ishida


Chemistry-Saigo no kawa


South Africa...

Skwatta Kamp-Umoya


Then back to the US...

L.A. Symphony-"Ten"