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The remixed edition of "TYO," originally released last summer, has now made its debut. The original track boasted a cool phrasing and a captivating melody accompanied by danceable beats, despite its lack of bass. It soared to No. 1 on the iTunes Japanese House Chart, marking the most successful chart entry in A.Y.A's career.
Ryuuta Takaki, the driving force behind the innovative label "makran," recently took part in the real-time collaboration event "Beyond Time and Space - London, Tokyo Online 2023," showcasing his international presence facilitated through communication technology showcased his excellent work in this remix version. The tune is tailored for a more dancefloor-friendly sounds, the pristine chord synths and the UK garage-style swinging beats not only heighten the transparency of the original but also transform it into a groovy and refined dance tune.
The song underwent mastering by Kentaro Kimura, recognized for his work with artists like Denki Groove, Fishmans, Clammbon, and Hitsujibungaku, continuing his role as the mastering engineer from the original version.
The resulting sound is appropriately celebratory, aligning with A.Y.A's declaration that "2024 is a year of a new beginning."
A.Y.A is an artist who creates cutting-edge music with solid composition skills and a sensual singing voice. In 2018, she released the single "gravity," which gained attention by being selected for domestic and international playlists. Since then, she has been actively releasing music, including three full albums, one remix album, and two EPs. Not only in music but also in the production of fresh visuals showcased with each release, she takes charge herself. She has a reputation for her talent and sensibility in handling her own worldview while always looking ahead to the next thing, as seen in her involvement in the production of music videos like "Out of the Race" and "Tough Guy." Additionally, she has appeared in various media, such as hosting the hip-hop radio show "WREP" and the DJ interview program "WHY WE PLAY" by Pioneer DJ Japan. With a deep understanding of a wide range of music, she also engages in DJ activities, showcasing the breadth of her endeavors. Her supreme mission is to evolve herself along with the diverse direction of music, captivating and provoking people while liberating them from conservative concepts. A.Y.A surpasses all boundaries and expands the possibilities of music to the utmost limit.