SOLO ALBUM 'WONDER BOY'S AKUMU CLUB'
COMING SEPT 25
September 13th, 2024 – Yojiro Noda, the frontman for the much acclaimed Japanese rock band RADWIMPS, is excited to unveil his new single “PAIN KILLER” today. This track is a glimpse into his forthcoming solo album, 'WONDER BOY’S AKUMU CLUB,' which is scheduled for release on September 25. Listen to “PAIN KILLER” here: https://lnk.to/PAIN_KILLER
The album is a collection of Yojiro’s personal stories boasting a total of 13 tracks, including “EVERGREEN feat. kZm”, released this April, which features much acclaimed Japanese rapper kZmand “KATATOKI,” a collaboration track with American rapper J.I.D featured on the game “Like a Dragon Gaiden: The Man Who Erased His Name”.
The Limited Edition CD comes with a T-shirt featuring an original character AKUMU-KUNcreated by the manga artist and illustrator PosukaDemizu. Originated from Noda’s idea to express his solo project with an icon that can freely embody his music, through numerous exchanges of ideas between Demizu and Yojiro, the one-and-only AKUMU-KUN came to life as a universal and invincible character based on the image of Yojiroas a model.
ABOUT YOJIRO NODA
Yojiro Noda is the frontman, guitarist and pianist for Japanese rock band RADWIMPS. As the primary songwriter for the band, his music is as diverse as his love for it. Yojiro’s music doesn’t live in just one genre, and his lyrics dive into philosophy and passion, covering everything from romance to his view of life and death. The band is known for their musical contribution and soundtracks for Makoto Shinkai’s hit anime films 'Your Name.,' 'Weathering With You' and most recently, Golden Globes nominated 'Suzume'. All three of these soundtracks have won Best Music Award at the Japan Academy Film Prize. In addition to writing music for other artists, Noda is also involved in a broad array of activities, including acting in movies and dramas.
Stream “PAIN KILLER” here: https://lnk.to/PAIN_KILLER
Pre-save 'WONDER BOY’S AKUMU CLUB' here: https://lnk.to/WBAC_EC
For more information: Secret Signals
Follow Yojiro Noda: Instagram | TikTok | Website | RADWIMPS Instagram
Source: Secret Signals