2025
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Tokyo City Pop “Portrait” is a concept album crafted around the theme of “NEO TOKYO CITY POP.”
Composed by Kanako Hara, the album pays homage to the original city pop sounds of the 1970s and 80s through detailed production, including vintage-inspired guitar, bass, drums, synthesizers, electric piano tones, and subtle effects.
It’s a modern reimagining of classic city pop, blending nostalgic textures with a fresh musical perspective unique to Kanako Hara.
Composer: Kanako Hara
Lyricists: Sho Kurashina, Hiromi
Performers:
• Kanako Hara (piano)
• Kazuki Isogai (guitar)
• Ryota Kanbayashi (bass)
• Ryo Ebihara (drums)
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Kyoko / Hitomi Shimatani / Sho Kurashina / Zuma (Nijiiro Zammai) / Hiromi / nikiie
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LIT Music - Best Latin Music
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United States
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LIT Music Album - Best Christmas Album
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United States
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LIT Music Album - Best World Music Album
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United States
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Orchestra Fuego Productions LLC
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LIT Music - Best Latin Music
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United States