Minami Aozora is single-handedly preserving the glossy, opulent magic of 1980s Japanese City Pop under the moniker Alevia. Rejecting the dark minimalism of modern R&B, her sound is an unapologetic burst of funky basslines, bright synthesizers, and soulful guitar licks. Visually and sonically, Alevia channels the carefree glamour of Tokyo’s neon era cassette tapes on the dashboard, retro cars, and summer nightlife. Her music is a vibrant, sophisticated callback to a time when pop music felt endlessly joyful and impossibly glamorous.
Marthes
Handy Marthes translates the quiet elegance of Asian heritage into modern orchestral arrangements. There is a…
