DEAD OR CUMBIA

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• MÜCHAMÜCHA

  Because vocalist Che Arisa's father is Peruvian, she traveled to Peru as a child and encountered cumbia, the local street music. Wanting to bring that energy to Japan, she formed MÜCHAMÜCHA, gathering members who were active in punk and hardcore rock bands at live music venues in Osaka. The members are: vo.CHE ARISA, guitar Genta Ishibashi (Sukimanozarashi), bass Ao Asako (BIRUSHANA, EDEATH), drums Seiya (Wattssee Zombie), percussion Yaichi, DUB Mutsumi"FUmangel"Wise (MASTERPIECE) With these members, they interpret the unique groove of cumbia, originating in South America, into rock and roll, adding dub and reconstructing it psychedelically. Their second album, released on April 4, 2026, is a blend of lighthearted dancing, revelry, deep dives, and a liberating release beyond the critical point. Prior to this release, she traveled to Peru alone, deepening her connections with street artists and collaborating on album artwork and other projects. Let's liven up the still-small cumbia scene in Japan as a bridge between South America and Japan! VIVA LA CUMBIA!!

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