DJ MARIA is an amazing artist from Japan

DJ MARIA is an amazing artist from Japan who makes music that makes people feel very happy and excited. She mixes different types of sounds like techno and psychedelic music to create unique and magical journeys.

When DJ MARIA plays her music, she knows how to make everyone in the crowd feel like they are a part of the show. She loves making music so much that she is always trying new things to make it even better. In 2022, she released two special albums called "Acid Sunrise" and "Communicating with the Universe." She even helped raise money for people in need in Ukraine.

DJ MARIA. has played in many famous places in Europe like Bassiani, Berghain and Astron Bar. People love her music so much that she even played on the radio! You can listen to her music on Soundcloud and hear many different kinds of music like house, ambient, trance, and downtempo.

DJ MARIA. also loves to organize fun events and parties. She has organized parties called 

"RELATIVE" and "Transcendence," which are all about having fun with music and dancing. She is very important to the techno scene in Japan and loves to share her music with people all over the world.

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DJ Iku: Japanese turntablist and producer

 

DJ Iku is a Japanese turntablist and producer known for his innovative approach to DJing and his ability to seamlessly mix a variety of genres. He has been active in the music industry since the early 2000s and has become one of Japan's most respected DJs.

Early life and career

DJ Iku was born in Tokyo, Japan in 1980. He grew up listening to a wide range of music, including hip hop, R&B and soul, and was inspired to become a DJ after seeing DJ Q-Bert perform at a music festival in Japan. He began practicing on his own, honing his skills on a set of turntables in his bedroom.

In the early 2000s, DJ Iku began to make a name for himself in the Japanese hip hop scene. A regular at local clubs and events, he quickly gained a reputation for his technical skills and ability to get the crowd dancing. He released his first mixtape in 2002, which featured a mix of Japanese and American hip hop.

Career Highlights

DJ Iku's career highlights include winning the DMC Japan DJ Championship in 2004 and 2005, and representing Japan at the DMC World DJ Championship in 2005 and 2006. He also won the Vestax Extravaganza Japan DJ Championship in 2006, cementing his status as one of Japan's top turntablists.

In addition to his success on the DJ competition circuit, DJ Iku has also become known for his production work. He has released a number of singles and albums, including his debut album 'Turntable Rocker' in 2010, which featured collaborations with a number of Japanese hip hop artists.

DJ Iku has also collaborated with a number of international artists including DJ Premier, Jazzy Jeff and DJ Babu. In 2016, he performed alongside DJ Premier at the Red Bull Thre3style World Finals in Chile, which was a highlight of his career.

Current projects

Today, DJ Iku continues to be an influential figure in the Japanese music scene. A regular on the club and festival circuit, he is known for his energetic performances and ability to keep the crowd dancing all night long. He also hosts a weekly radio show, 'Turntable Radio', on Tokyo FM.

In recent years, DJ Iku has also become an advocate for the use of turntables as musical instruments. He has collaborated with a number of musicians and artists to create live performances that blur the lines between DJing and live instrumentation.

DJ Iku is one of Japan's most talented and respected DJs, known for his technical skills and ability to mix a variety of genres. His success on the DJ competition circuit and his collaborations with international artists have helped to cement his status as a global force in the world of turntablism. As he continues to push the boundaries of what is possible with a set of turntables, it is clear that DJ Iku will remain an important figure in the Japanese music scene for years to come.

Information : https://iflyer.tv/en/dj-iku/about/

DJ AKi: The high-energy drum and bass DJ from Tokyo

Tokyo-based DJ AKi is a high-energy drum and bass DJ who has been active in the music scene since the mid-2000s. With his unique style of mixing and track selection, DJ AKi has gained a reputation as one of the most exciting drum and bass DJs in Japan.

DJ AKi's passion for drum and bass began at an early age, and he soon found himself drawn to the fast-paced beats and intricate rhythms of the music. He began DJing in the early 2000s and quickly gained a following for his high-energy sets and dynamic mixing style. He has performed at numerous drum and bass events in Japan and around the world, including major festivals such as Outlook Festival and Sun and Bass.

Over the years DJ AKi has honed his skills as a producer, releasing music on various labels including his own Blind Music label. His tracks have received support from some of the biggest names in drum and bass, including Andy C, Fabio and Grooverider, and DJ Hype.

Despite his success, DJ AKi remains heavily involved in the drum and bass scene in Japan. He is a regular at events across the country and has played an active role in promoting the music and supporting up and coming artists. His passion for drum and bass is contagious and his sets are always guaranteed to get the crowd moving.

In addition to his work as a DJ and producer, DJ AKi is also a keen educator and mentor. He has organised workshops and seminars to teach aspiring DJs and producers the skills they need to succeed in the music industry. His dedication to music and supporting the next generation of artists has made him a beloved figure in the drum and bass community in Japan and beyond.

In summary, DJ AKi is a highly talented and passionate drum and bass DJ from Tokyo who has made a name for himself both in Japan and on the international stage. With his high-energy sets, dynamic mixing style and commitment to the scene, DJ AKi is sure to remain a fixture in the drum and bass community for years to come.

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https://iflyer.tv/en/DJAKi/about/

https://www.neo-w.com/english/artist_reviews/dj_producer/dj-aki/

Makoto

Makoto Shimizu, known professionally as Makoto, was born in Tokyo, Japan in 1980. He began his music career in the mid-1990s DJing and producing hip-hop beats. At the end of the 1990s, he also became interested in drum and bass and began to produce tracks in the sub-genre of liquid funk, which combines elements of jazz, funk and soul with drum and bass.

In 2003, Makoto released his debut album 'Human Elements' on Good Looking Records, one of the most influential drum and bass labels of the time. Since then, Makoto has released music on many other notable labels, including Hospital Records, V Recordings and Innerground Records.

Makoto's music has been praised for its melodic and uplifting qualities, as well as his technical production skills. He has collaborated with many other drum and bass producers and vocalists, including MC Conrad, DJ Zinc and Deeizm. In addition to his production work, Makoto is also a respected DJ and has played at many events and festivals around the world, including Sun and Bass in Italy and Hospitality in the Park in London. Makoto continues to be an important figure in the drum and bass scene and has helped to introduce the genre to a wider audience in Japan and beyond.

"Meet DJ Sumirock: The 87-year-old Japanese woman who is breaking records and setting the dance floor on fire".

 

Sumiko Iwamura, better known as DJ Sumirock, is an inspiration to music lovers everywhere. At the age of 87, she leads a double life as the owner of her own restaurant by day and a professional club DJ by night.

Sumirock's love of DJing began when her friend Adrien suggested she give it a try. At the age of 77, she decided to attend DJ school and began to hone her skills. Six years later, she still works in her kitchen during the day and manages to DJ at night, once or twice a month.

In 2018, Sumirock was awarded the Guinness World Records title for the oldest professional club DJ at the age of 83 years and 118 days. She has a regular gig at Shinjuku's Decabar Z, but also travels to clubhouses around the world, including Paris and New Zealand.

Sumirock's favourite music is techno, but she also mixes in rock, jazz and even some anime soundtracks. The tracks she chooses, however, can vary greatly depending on her mood.

Despite her impressive achievements, Sumirock remains modest and humble. Her advice to those who are struggling is to never give up and always try something new. As she puts it, "There are opportunities every day".

Sumirock's story is a testament to the power of music and the importance of pursuing one's passions, regardless of age. Her ability to juggle two very different careers and her dedication to both is truly inspiring. She reminds us that it's never too late to start something new and that with hard work and determination, anything is possible.

DJ MIYU

FEMALE D&B DJ MIYU, one of the best in the Japanese Drum'n'Bass scene, started collecting analogue records after being exposed to various music genres such as ROCK and HIPHOP. Inspired by a variety of subcultures, music and art, he began his full-time DJing activities in 2006 after performing art activities under the name MEE.

Contrary to his own gorgeous and cute appearance, he selects powerful and masculine songs and manipulates 3 vinyl-only turntables, which are rare in the current scene. have established As the only FEMALE DJ who can handle high-speed deep bass and high-speed breakbeats, she is a talented DJ who not only plays drum and bass mainly in Tokyo, but also has a busy DJ schedule that crosses genre boundaries! She has been the main act at numerous events and has performed with various top artists both in Japan and overseas. At one of Japan's biggest parties representing the Japanese drum'n'bass/dubstep scene, "DBS", she performed on the main floor of UNIT with LONDON ELEKTRICITY, GOLDIE, etc. and received high acclaim. In recent years, in addition to her DJ schedule of more than 50 songs a year, she has been active not only in the field, but also in magazines, Inter FM radio guest appearances, DOMMUNE appearances and the 2017 Tokyo Motor Show (HONDA).

In 2009, she released her 1st MIX CD "REAWAKE MIX", which showcases her cutting-edge MIX skills, composed and composed with a unique dark core sense, and recorded high sales. In 2011 she released her 2nd MIX-CD "ROCKOUT MIX", which condenses her hot floor as it is! She completely ROCKOUTs the listener with her unstoppable deep bass and is known as Gorimun Bass (GNB), the queen of aggression.

In 2012, DJ MIYU released her first LIVE sound source 3rd MIX CD "GNB LIVE MIX !! 2012"! REC the real sound source of the scene wrapped in heat and jubilation! A vinyl triple drop that she performs on the set is also included.

In 2013 she releases her 4th MIX-CD "LYRICAL OVER MIX" with 3 turntables including her original tracks on PLAY! The innovative Gorimun bass, filled with the world view of DJ MIYU, is here!

In 2014 he released his own original art design Slipmats (Dr.suzuki), and in 2015 he was selected as the main visual for the headphone brand AIAIAI TMA-2 in Japan.

He worked on the clothing brand "MARTM" with a design concept related to art and music, and started his own label "REAWAKE"! He has been releasing his original songs one after another. In addition, he continues to express his unique world view as a composer, such as providing the music for the latest instalment of the SPEC saga, "SICK'S 恕野書", which follows the TBS series drama "Keizoku" and SPEC.

DJ MIYU is one of the top Japanese drum'n'bass FEMALE DJs.

2018.04.24 MIYU - BRAIN LIMIT RELEASE

iTunes ▶︎▶︎▶︎ https://apple.co/2vH9YiQ

2017.04.11  MIYU - Struggle/Chronic EP RELEASE

iTunes ▶︎▶︎▶︎ https://itun.es/jp/Gz1Mib

MIYU - Struggle (Official Video)

▶︎▶︎▶︎ https://youtu.be/QLEgzlf13k0

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DJ Halu from Japan

In November 2013, DJ Halu won first place for female DJs and ranked sixth overall in the "Wild Speed" DJ contest for a movie. In April 2014, her "DJ HALU DnB mix Lost to Roots" ranked second out of 100 in the Dnb chart on "mixcloud." In September 2014, she received support from the California clothing brand "Dataset" and released an exclusive mix. In November 2014, the track "End of Kingdom," produced by TLOC and HALU, was included in the "JAGUAR-BASS compilation #1" and the limited edition CD was sold out on November 7th. The digital version was released on November 24th on BANDCAMP. From May to December 2015, she organized a monthly jungle party called "Coralreef crew," incorporating hip-hop and reggae with "Coral sunrise" as the early morning after-party and "Coral sunset" as the deep warm-up party. In November 2015, she was sponsored by the smoking product brand "JP Vapor." In February 2016, she and TLOC produced an official remix for the song "Higher PartⅡ" released by YENTOWN TOKYO, a leading hip-hop label in Japan. In December 2016, she made her debut at Japan's biggest drum and bass party "DBS," and performed with GOLDIE and others from the UK's strongest label "Metalheads." In January 2017, she released her first EP "Vixen's marriage feat.Taka" on iTunes/Apple music/Spotify/AWA. She has been a radio personality for "URBAN SURF RADIO supported by Sandy magazine" on soraxniwa fm since February 2017 and has been the live DJ for "chanmina" since March 2017. In July 2017, she supported the "MICHI 1st LIVE TOUR 'I4U ～Supernatural～'" as a live DJ for the two-day performance in Tokyo and Osaka. In August 2018, her track "Smoking orca," produced with a theme of deep-sea orcas, was included in the compilation EP for the resident party "Double Half Double" in Tokyo. Since 2018, she has been a regular on the sub-program "jungalize!" of block fm's "localize!" broadcast on the second and fourth Wednesday of every month. In June 2020, she was the live DJ for Kanae Takahashi's "CongratuRenichan ~ The 02 season 2020 ~." In February 2022, she served as a DJ for "THE IDOLM@STER MILLION LIVE! 8thLIVE Twelw@ve" day1 "≡ Kimi Iro≡" as part of the backing band. In April 2022, she joined "Tribal Connection." Additionally, her hobby of drawing and illustration has been highly regarded, leading to various opportunities.