Hikaru Utada to release a remix of Gold -Mata Au Hi Made- on August 25
Hikaru Utada’s single “Gold -Mata Au Hi Made-” has won over listeners all over the world since its debut and occupied the top spot in rankings for both Japanese and foreign digital music platforms.
In the middle of a frenzy of anticipation sparked by their media appearances in Japan and the publication of the much awaited music video, fans can look forward to another treat: a remixed version of the single set to arrive on August 25.
Producer of the new remix, “Gold -Mata Au Hi Made- (Taku’s Twice Upon a Time Remix),” DJ Taku Takahashi previously worked with Utada on “DISTANCE (m-flo Remix)” and played unique remixes of Utada’s songs at a special DJ event last year.
This remix of the original song is very danceable and offers a new perspective.
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Taku Takahashi expressed his joy at being given the chance to work on the remix once more. “I had a strong emotional connection to the original song, which inspired me to give it a fresh spin so the remix would sound entirely different from the original.
We added new vocal aspects despite calling it a remix, and we enjoyed working together as if it were a session, honestly discussing our ideas, and meticulously finishing it.
Hikaru Utada will make a special appearance on “TCY Radio” on block.fm, hosted by Taku Takahashi, starting at 9 pm Japan Time on the day the remix is released.
A live streaming event with “Hikaru Utada Only mix DJ” by Taku Takahashi will be held that day starting at 10 pm Japan Time to celebrate the release of the remix track. Don’t miss this amazing event, which will be live on Instagram from @hikki_staff at https://www.instagram.com/hikki_staff.
A group of 20 listeners to “TCY Radio” in 10 pairs will have access to a special opportunity. They will have the opportunity to receive invitations to the Tokyo public transmission of “TCY Radio” and the official release celebration.
The full application process will be covered at tonight’s “TCY Radio” broadcast, which will begin at 9 pm Japan Time.
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Release Information
“Gold -Mata Au Hi Made-” (Theme song for Japanese film “KINGDOM: The Flame of Destiny”)
https://erj.lnk.to/UtadaGold
“Gold -Mata Au Hi Made- (Taku’s Twice Upon a Time Remix)”
https://erj.lnk.to/zUr9CD
About ☆Taku Takahashi (m-flo, block.fm)
DJ, Music Producer, Founder of block.fm
In 1998, Taku Takahashi began his career as the DJ/Producer for the J-pop band “m-flo.” The trio gained notoriety swiftly and has sold more than 2 million copies of its 30 songs and ten albums over the past ten years.
The Ting Tings, Passion Pit, Morgan Page, and Hikaru Utada are just a few of the well-known artists that Taku Takahashi has remixed music for throughout the years. He is also well-known for his solo work as a producer and songwriter.
With his “Incoming… TAKU Remix,” he won the “Beatport Music Awards 2011 Top Tracks,” establishing himself as a top competitor in the Japanese dance music scene. The soundtracks for the popular Japanese anime “Panty & Stocking with Garterbelt” were also overseen by Taku Takahashi, who also created waves in the music business with the drama/movie “Nobunaga Concerto.”
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Taku Takahashi started his most ambitious project in 2011 when he launched “block.fm,” Japan’s first and only dance music radio station. Block.fm, which already has over 40 programs, including exclusive mixes from well-known worldwide DJs, is attracting significant attention as its fan base expands quickly.
Taku Takahashi has received praise for his significant contribution to the Japanese dance music scene and was chosen as the top DJ for three consecutive years by “iLOUD,” Japan’s most renowned dance music newspaper, for their yearly “DJ 50/50” top DJ list.
About Hikaru Utada
Hikaru Utada, a Japanese singer-songwriter and producer, is one of the most well-known figures in the J-pop and international music scenes. Utada made their stage debut on December 9th, 1998, and have since accomplished numerous incredible career milestones.
At the age of 15, their first song, “Automatic/time will tell,” sold more than two million copies, making them one of Japan’s top artists. Only a few months later, their debut album, First Love, broke all previous records for domestic CD sales and is still the best-selling album in the nation to this day.
They further cemented their position as the first Japanese superstar of the twenty-first century with their 2001 album, Distance, which set multiple records.
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A distinctive fusion of pop, R&B, rock, and electronic music components are added to Utada’s works, which are also timeless and innovative.
Beyond their captivating music, Utada’s songwriting is a defining characteristic of their career. They write deeply reflective and emotionally charged songs that connect with their audience deeply.
Utada’s delicate vocals effortlessly communicate strength, rawness, and fragility. They actively participate in the creation of music and exercise creative control over their artistic direction, which includes overseeing the recording process.
Numerous Japan Gold Disc achievements, Japan Record Awards, and distinction as the Best Asian Artist at the MTV Asia Awards are just a few of the honors and achievements Utada has garnered over the course of their career.
With the recent publication of his eighth album, BAD MODE, which received widespread local and international acclaim, Utada’s artistic prowess reached new heights.
Numerous music publications, including well-known American publication Pitchfork, listed it on their “Best of 2022” lists. Utada made their festival debut in 2022 at the prestigious Coachella Festival in California, partnering renowned label 88rising for their electrifying performance.
Additionally, in late 2022, Netflix released the series First Love, which was based on the song of the same name by Utada. They had older songs chart on streaming rankings as a result of its enormous success in Japan and Asia.
Utada continue to make an imprint on modern music with their extraordinary musicianship, creative sound, insightful lyrics, and emotive vocal range, inspiring generations of people around the world.
Their work continues to serve as a brilliant illustration of how art can be used to overcome obstacles, forge new paths, and achieve important milestones.
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About “KINGDOM: The Flame of Destiny”
Plot:
War orphan Shin embarks on a journey with the young king, Eisei, to unify China. Suddenly, a large enemy force led by Zhao starts to invade Qin. Eisei assigns the great general Ohki to lead the battle as commander-in-chief to solve this national crisis.
Shin is named Hishintai for his squad and a reckless special mission from Ohki. While Ohki’s return to the battlefield leaves a mystery, the story reveals Eisei’s formerly unknown past. Shin’s destiny moves toward the dream he shared with his lost friend – to become a great general.
Release date: 28 July, 2023
Director: Shinsuke Sato
Writers: Tsutomu Kuroiwa & Yasuhisa Hara
Music: Yutaka Yamada
Cast:
Kento Yamazaki, Ryo Yoshizawa, Kanna Hashimoto, Nana Seino, Shinnosuke Mitsushima, Amane Okayama, Takahiro Miura, Anne, Yuki Yamada, Masahiro Takashima, Jun Kaname, Masaya Kato, Mitsuomi Takahashi, Yusuke Hirayama, Ainosuke Kataoka, Koji Yamamoto, Masami Nagasawa, Hiroshi Tamaki, Koichi Sato, Takao Osawa
Based on: “KINGDOM” by Yasuhisa Hara (Serialized in Weekly Young Jump by SHUEISHA)
Credits: ©Yasuhisa Hara/SHUEISHA ©2023 “KINGDOM” Film Partners
