#plus-tech squeeze box

OMG!!!!!

(Oxygen Tank and all associated artwork belongs to and was created by @twipsai. Used with permission — thanks for letting me borrow them!)

Band: Oxygen Tank Single: Eat Shorts Kanabo Description: In stark contrast to the absurdity of the title — or in part because of it — this fresh-cooked shibooyah-kei tour de force succeeded, improbably, in propelling Oxygen Tank away from its beginnings in pirate radio into subtle mainstream recognition. The artist behind this unorthodox title, hailing from the Deep Sea, is "usually pretty chill" according to fellow bandmates, and contributes the distinct musical vibe from over there into Oxygen Tank's melting pot oeuvre. Perhaps it was in experimentally straying from that wheelhouse (with the support of said bandmates) in order to "say what needed to" that has made this fresh bop the default BGM of back alleys everywhere.

Hikara Walker, Feb. 122024 issue

I heard this song and was inspired.

Date: Wednesday January 3rd

Album: FAKEVOX

Artist: Plus-Tech Squeeze Box

Released: 2000

Genre: Shibuya-Kei

Review: What a collection of jams! This is boppability to the highest degree— masterful mixing, impeccable vibes, and a happy atmosphere. Seemingly dissonant hits, skips, glitches and bits are interspersed into an otherwise straightforward set of drums, groovy basslines, and melodic vocals. Despite the seemingly conflicting set of ideals on display, the album never loses its harmony. The artists know exactly how to master these tracks to be smooth, seamless, and make this balancing act seem effortless. I wish I had more to say other than “listen to this album” but oh my god listen to this album.