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hwamo to Release Her Second Single "Garnet" on May 2nd

Singer-songwriter hwamo, who continues to push the boundaries of genre in pursuit of her own artistic expression, is set to release her highly anticipated second single, Garnet.

This song is deeply influenced by hwamo's experience at the Inochi no Matsuri ("Festival of Life"), a sacred event held only once every twelve years. Shortly after DUSTY HUSKY's performance, she witnessed the passing of a young life. Confronted with the fragility of existence and the weight of grief, she poured her emotions into this song, crafting it as a prayer so that such sorrow would not be repeated.

Infused with melodies from the ancient Japanese Iroha Uta, Garnet weaves her tranquil vocals with dark, heavy beats, resonating like a flickering light wavering between life and death-gentle, yet unwavering. Through this piece, hwamo channels the Buddhist concept of impermanence (mujōkan), inviting listeners into a deep contemplation of existence.

The beat is produced by vvind, a beatmaker from Osaka, with mixing and mastering by Tokyo-based 8ronix. Recording took place at Oto no Niwa Studio, located within the precincts of Manpuku-ji Temple in Osaka.

Text by kaho.

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  • hwamo

    hwamo is a singer-songwriter artist based in Osaka, Japan, with Korean roots. Growing up immersed in Korean folk music, she developed her musical sensibilities through the influence of Black music - Hiphop, Jazz, and Soul - during her teenage years. Her songs reflect the emotions and landscapes she encounters on her life journey, woven through lyrics that move freely between Japanese, Korean, and English, and delivered with a voice that is at once delicate, resilient, and imbued with her own unique groove. In 2024, hwamo emerged suddenly on Kobe's hiphop scene, attracting attention with her expressive vocals and distinctive presence. Since then, she has performed extensively across Japan and abroad - including Osaka, Tokyo, Hyogo, Ishikawa, Nagano, and Bangkok - and left a mark through collaborations such as DUSTY HUSKY's "Tom Saab (feat. hwamo)" (over 11K views on YouTube) and "AMEAGARI (feat. hwamo)". Her previous single "Garnet" was featured on both domestic and international Spotify playlists, expanding her audience beyond borders. While revealing new facets with each release, hwamo consistently upholds one principle: to express her artistic sensibilities honestly and fully, without compromise. Transcending the boundaries of genre and language, her music captures the subtle fluctuations of the heart, resonating quietly yet profoundly in the listener's inner world.

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