April 22, 2025 | Tokyo, Japan Japanese rapper NORIKIYO, currently serving time, has released his new single “You Know What I Mean?”. Produced by BACHLOGIC and filmed before his incarceration, the track comes with a music video directed by Agro Creative. The real buzz, however, comes from his bold move behind bars: launching a crowdfunding…
Emerging from the Bronx in the 1970s, hip-hop began as a vibrant outlet for creative expression among Black-American youth. Over time, it has evolved into a powerful global cultural force—reshaping music, dance, and art across the world. In Japan, a new generation of artists is blending hip-hop with traditional Japanese music, resulting in a captivating…
On April 23, 2025, Tsubaki (唾奇) and Kohjiya released their first-ever collaboration, “PAGE ONE,” an exclusive track crafted for POP YOURS 2025. The song reflects on the artists’ personal journeys—moments of connection, separation, and conflict—capturing the pride and resilience that define their paths through the Japanese hip-hop scene. Tsubaki & Kohjiya: At the Top of…
The long-awaited documentary “KING OF BULLSHT -THE SAGA OF TOKONA-X-”* is finally complete and set to premiere on April 29th (a public holiday) with an exclusive screening at Midland Square Cinema 2, Screen 8, in Nagoya, Aichi. Directed by DJ RYOW in his first directorial project, the film pays tribute to the legendary rapper TOKONA-X…
PRIMAL, a legendary member of the Shinjuku-based rap crew MSC, has returned with his first solo album in 12 years, titled Nostalgie. The album dropped on April 25, 2025, and includes the music video for the track “Toraware no Mi” (囚われの身), produced by DOGG, also known as DJ PERRO. The video, directed by Daiky from…
Rising Japanese artist Minako Oji unveils a heartfelt new chapter with her latest single, “SHE”, dropping October 14, 2024. Produced by Kiufit and born in the creative heartbeat of Paris, the track explores the quiet ache and resilience of young women navigating today’s complex world. Inspired by the streets of Shinjuku and Okubo, Minako paints…
Hip-hop heads and collectors, brace yourselves—KOJOE and Bohemia Lynch just turned the heat all the way up with the limited-edition 7-inch vinyl release of their explosive track “Trouble”, straight from Red Bull’s iconic 64 Bars series. This rare drop doesn’t just serve raw lyricism and razor-sharp production—it also comes with a hidden gem. Flip the…
Rising Yokosuka rapper Manjyu is back with a stunning new visual for “Joujou feat. basho”, a standout track from his summer EP Casa. Known for pushing boundaries with his HOOLIGANZ collective, Manjyu continues to blend thoughtful lyrics, mellow vibes, and rich visuals into something fresh and deeply personal. “Joujou” is a collab with basho—a rapper…
