Tokyo Beatniks Record Label
The goal of Tokyo Beatniks Record Label is to connect Japanese bands to a new American audience by releasing vinyl records and cassette tape compilations.
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Moon In June -「The Sky Crawlers」/「ペーパー・ムーン」- TBDW1
Moon In June is a band that is at the core of the recent booming Japanese Dream Pop and shoegaze scene and has been attracting attention in Japan and internationally. This 7 inch analog record is a collaboration between Tokyo Beatniks Record Label and DISK UNION (DIW) that contains two songs, "The Sky Crawlers" and "Paper Moon," from Moon In June’s second album, "Shikisai wo Motainai Dei," released in April 2025!
Now accepting pre-orders, shipping late September 2025.
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ごいちー / The Pen Friend Club - 「新しいメロディ / My New Melodies」TBRL-1003
The song “My New Melodies” was included on The Pen Friend Club’s 10th Anniversary album in 2022. Additionally, the band backed singing idol goichiiiii (cana➗biss) for the song “Atarashii Melody” (新しいメロディ) from the 2022 mini album “Let Me Hear It, Mister”. The two songs have now been released in parntership of Tokyo Beatniks Record Label and DISK UNION (DIW) for Record Store Day Japan, April 20, 2024.
“My New Melodies” has been remixed for the vinyl release from The Pen Friend Club’s main songwriter & leader Yuichi Hirakawa. -
The Romans / Ichiban - 「好きになっちゃった / Colours」- TBRL-1001
Side A: The Romans, based in Tokyo, presents “suki ni nachatta” which features all the gleam, sparkle, and wonder that the band (now operating as The Second Waltz) has become known for. With a whirling synth, smooth electric piano, and laid back guitar strums, this semi-shoegaze, indie pop gem titled「好きになっちゃった」, shares the strength of love during the difficulties of separation. SIDE B: Ichiban, based in California shares “Colours”, a light and melodic mood and vibe of the changing seasons and how with the warmth of music–even in the coldest of winters–can help wash away tears and pain.
The Romans / Ichiban split 7 inch vinyl is Tokyo Beatniks Record Label’s debut release.
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Ichiban - "Super Drive EP"
Ichiban (Instagram) is an indie band whose singer ,Yoko, is located in Japan while band members Marty, Jared and Allen are in California. The distance hasn't kept them from working on their music and recording some songs. This is their first release which has a fun power-pop kind of feel! Check out the animated music video for title song "Super Drive".
"Super Drive EP" is now available both digitally and as a self-released 7" and it can also be heard on iTunes, Spotify, etc.
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Showa Pop Compilation Cassette
Beat, Pop, Lounge - 20 Song Collection
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16 Songs From Tokyo Beatniks
Compilation cassette for 16 essential tracks from Tokyo Beatniks
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16 Songs From Tokyo Beatniks CD Compilation
First CD comp containing 16 essential songs from Tokyo Beatniks