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DJ KANJI, Japan Hip Hop hit maker and Ovahead Records CEO has released his first official studio album!
Regarded as one of Japan's best DJ/producers, DJ KANJI's THE VOICE is out now and includes such viral hits as:
"Smash! (feat. LEX, HIYADAM & Y'S)",
"In Da Club (feat. ACHA, Flight-A, Swag-A, Crazy-K, and BARCO)" from GREEN KIDS,
"Lowkey (feat. MALIYA, 3House, IO)" (KANDYTOWN), and
"Be Okay (Chi, Chi) (feat. Kohjiya & YungFLX)".
THE VOICE's sound is diverse, ranging from bangers to soulful, melodic grooves like:
"Mercedes," featuring Fujii Kaze's "Tiny Desk Concerts Japan" breakout artist Yo-Sea, and Starceed. The latter artist, Starceed developed her singing ability through gospel music as a child, then honed her skills through street performances in LA.
"Over Night" which features MUD from KANDYTOWN and TAEYO.
But also showcases hardships and gritty street life with songs like:
"Real Friends (feat. Masato Hayashi, LUNA LOYAL & dubby bunny)", and
"Go On (feat. G.O.D.)"
THE VOICE also includes:
"GM" featuring Chiba-based hip-hop crew 98jams TOME and rap star eyden.
"Speedy Freaky" featuring rap star CYBER RUI and "The Queen of Kawaii" pop icon Elle Teresa.
"TOROS" which features two of the biggest artists out of Kanto and Kansai region: Gottz & Jin Dogg.
"U" (You're the only one who understands) ft. Young Coco and "Money Maker (feat. Only U, PETZ & who28)".
THE VOICE is an amalgamation of the very best of Japan's Hip Hop. It is a masterpiece that will undoubtedly create a new and influential style, not only for today, but for all Hip Hop in the future.
DJ KANJI is a DJ and producer from Hamamatsu, Shizuoka. Drawing on the instincts he developed while performing at clubs across Japan, he creates tracks that highlight the unique style of each featured rapper. Known for standout songs like Toros (2020) featuring Gottz and Jin Dogg, Smash!!! (2021) with LEX, HIYADAM, and YS, and Be Okay (Chi, Chi) (2024) featuring Kohjiya and YungFLX, he continues to deliver fresh music with some of the top names in the scene. His strong skills and creative vision make him a reliable force in Japanese hip-hop. In recent years, he has also gained attention as a producer, releasing his album THE VOICE and performing nationwide at clubs and major festivals. In July 2024, he held his first solo live show, DJ KANJI ONEMAN LIVE THE VOICE, at Shibuya O-EAST in Tokyo, selling out the venue.
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