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Westman8 began his journey in 2025
One year after the release of his signature track Gift he now presents a new city pop single The City in Motion
This song marks his tenth single and serves as a one year anniversary release drawing inspiration from the melodic sensibility of 1990s J pop
Built around the feeling of a night drive through the city The City in Motion captures urban lights quiet loneliness and lingering emotions
Blending AI generated soundscapes with human emotion and perspective the track delivers a minimalist yet deeply emotional city pop experience
westman8 is the solo project of yohei nishi, a musician with a rich history including his debut with the band "Black1Neck" and his current role as a composer for the pop band "balconny." Leveraging his solid technical skills as a guitarist and bassist, along with a melodic sense honed through years of experience, he began fully integrating music generative AI into his production in 2025. Under the theme of "AI x Human," he reconstructs AI-generated tracks with a distinct human touch. This approach creates a unique City Pop and Urban sound that, while digital, retains a sense of warmth, blending nostalgia with modern innovation. His background is equally unique; he is the 4th generation successor to a family business established over a century ago, successfully balancing creative pursuits with business management. His diverse activities also include serving as a radio personality for a local FM station. Starting in 2026, he plans to launch seminars focused on AI utilization, continuing to define and present the model for the next generation of musicians.