From boundary-pushing koto musicians to experimental jazz virtuosi, Japanese music has long embraced all things avant-garde. This Rough Guide highlights some of today's key innovators whose individualism challenges the conformist perception of Japan. Side A 01 Michiyo Yagi: Rouge 05:58 02 Masanori Oishi: Syracuse Blues 03:51 03 Cockroach Eater: Kyogen Qabbalah 05:51 04 Emiko Voice: Sanosa 04:56 Side B 01 Karin: Uiteruyo? 03:16 02 tsuMGuito: fPB 11:03 03 Shun Sakai & The Long Goodbye: 'Sukanpo no Sakukoro, Bengawan Solo, Kanpyo 06:07
Release date:
September 10, 2021
Label:
Install our app to receive notifications when new upcoming releases are added.

Recommended equipment and accessories
-
Pro-Ject Phono Box DC Pre-Amp
Compact, high-performance phono preamplifier for both MM and MC cartridges, delivering a clean, detailed signal with minimal noise.
-
HumminGuru: Ultrasonic Vinyl Record Cleaner
Advanced ultrasonic technology with customizable cleaning cycles and a large tank capacity to thoroughly remove dust, dirt, and contaminants
-
Vevor Ultrasonic Cleaner
Thoroughly clean and restore your vinyl records, removing dust, dirt, and grime from every groove without damaging the surface
-
Phono Preamps - Top Picks
A selection of the best phono preamps for your turntable setup
-
Cartridges - Top Picks
A selection of turnatble cartridges that provide great performance and sound quality
Featured Upcoming Vinyl
-
The Vintage Caravan Portals [2xLP]
Napalm Records
September 26, 2025 -
Shaki Tavi Minor Slip
Felte Records
August 15, 2025 -
PeelingFlesh PF Radio 2
Unique Leader Orch
October 10, 2025 -
NewDad Altar
Atlantic
September 19, 2025 -
Freezing Cold Treasure Pool
Don Giovanni
August 1, 2025 -
Ella Eyre Everything, in Time
Play It Again Sam
November 21, 2025 -
Deep Purple Made in Japan [10xLP]
Rhino/Warner Records
August 15, 2025 -
Cochemea Vol III: Ancestros Futuros
Daptone Records
September 26, 2025 -
Manegarm Edsvuren
Napalm Records
August 29, 2025 -
Wolf Alice The Clearing (Amazon Exclusive Edition)
Rca Records
August 22, 2025 -
Stars of the Lid Music for Nitrous Oxide (30 Year Anniversary; Remastered) [2xLP]
Diggers Factory
August 29, 2025 -
Richard Ashcroft Lovin' You
RPA/Richard Ashcroft
October 3, 2025 -
Tedeschi Trucks Band/Leon Russell Mad Dogs & Englishmen Revisited: Live At LOCKN' [2xLP]
Fantasy
September 12, 2025 -
Case Oats Last Missouri Exit
Merge Records
August 22, 2025