Japanese Jukebox

It’s the middle of summer, so here are some bikini clad summer videos!

Let’s take a quick look at two Japanese artists with two very different styles that are tearing up the turntables in 2011.

Most Americans first got a taste of Shonen Knife in the early 90’s after Kurt Cobain of Nirvana championed the J-rock band and even put them up on tour.

A flood of J-rap has been hitting the net this June, so now is a good a time as ever to go gangsta.

GUY wants you to check out some of Japan’s gospel goodness.

We found your Japanese equivalent to Lady Gaga. Holy… check it out.

Japan goes worldwide, collaborating with US artists you recognize. You’d be surprised at who’s doing what. Check it out.

Since Japan helped spread the popularity of Karaoke, it only makes sense that J-artists are gung-ho over cover songs.

The beautiful ladies of Perfume go mainstream in the new Cars 2 movie!

Hopefully some of these artists we highlighted will make your next ipod playlist at work.

Yep. J-Reggae exists, and it’s pretty dope. We’ll help you get your feet wet.

How does Japan handle sex and rock n’ roll? Click for your eargasm.

From classical to piano pop and rock, the Japanese can finger the shit out of those ivories.

When hip hop went global, Japan was quick to jump aboard.

With these tools, it is a while lot easier to search for Japanese bands on the net.