Even after the sudden death of vocalist and songwriter Sato Shinji in 1999, Fishmans have continued to perform live, led by drummer Mogi Kinichi (currently with Tokyo Ska Paradise Orchestra), and are still gaining new listeners around the world.
A special program called “Fishmans TV,” which will showcase what Fishmans is up to now, will be live-streamed on Fishmans’ official YouTube channel from 8pm on July 16th.
The program is packed with special features, including rare live performances that can only be seen here, information on the latest releases, and information on upcoming live performances.
On July 24th, vinyl versions of the all-time best songs “Kuuchuu” and “Uchuu,” which fans have been requesting to be released on vinyl, will also be released, so please look forward to them along with the program.
Fishmans TV
Date and time: July 16th (Tue) 20:00~
How to watch: Fishmans official YouTube channel
https://www.youtube.com/@fishmansofficialchannel3085
Program contents: Mini live show and talk
Cast: Kinichi Mogi (Drums, Vocals), HAKASE-SUN (Key), Shinya Kogure (Guitar), Ikuko Harada (Vo)
MC: Tetsu Mochizuki (Music Natalie)
Kuuchuu Best of Fishmans
Released on Wednesday, July 24, 2024
Format: 2-LP / Colored vinyl (clear sky blue)
PCJA.00135 6,600 yen (tax included)
Publisher: Pony Canyon
Limited Edition
recorded music
Side-A
01. RUNNING MAN
02. GO GO ROUND THIS WORLD!
03. Chance
Side-B
01. BABY BLUE
02. MY LIFE
03. Weather Report
Side-C
01. A moment to forget
02. IN THE FLIGHT
03. SEASON
Side-D
01. Airplane (Live)
02. Gratitude (surprise)
03. Crazy Baby
Uchuu Best of Fishmans
Released on Wednesday, July 24, 2024
Format: 2-LP / Colored vinyl (clear orange)
UPJY-9427/8 6,600 yen (tax included)
Publisher: Universal Music
Limited Edition
recorded music
Side-A
01. A long time ago
02. Mood
03. MAGIC LOVE
Side-B
01. Everyday Everynight
02. SLOW DAYS
03. That Girl is Sleeping
Side-C
01. Unreliable Angel
02. MELODY
03. Night Cruising
Side-D
01. WALKING IN THE RHYTHM
02. New People
Artist Information
Official website:http://www.fishmans.jp
profile
A one-of-a-kind band that blazed through the 90s with its ever-changing songs, crystal clear vocals, tight rhythms and heavy grooves. In 1999, vocalist/songwriter Sato Shinji suddenly passed away, forcing the band to suspend activities, but leader Mogi Kinichi’s passion led to a relaunch in 2005. They continue to perform Sato Shinji’s songs as “music of the present.”
His sound, which incorporates rock, funk and hip-hop with a base of reggae, dub and rocksteady, and his lyrics, which are beautiful and sad at the same time, have influenced many musicians and creators. Since the ban on subscription services was lifted, his work has become known around the world and he has received enthusiastic support from discerning listeners.
