Released 2nd album "Electro_Bits_Indeed" (2004) and 3rd album "With Robo*Brazileira" (2005) on Tracklib (A Swedish music production service that allows anyone to legally obtain sample usage licenses.).
1. Fluffy Shadows
2. Kaiten Mokuba
3. Mors dagbok
4. Parameters
5. Sora No Kaizu
6. Wanda keja baidu
All music composed by San
Words by Nerve except T3, T6 by San
Vocals by San, Tracks by San & Nerve
Arranged and produced by antennasia
Mixed and mastered by Nerve
Liner Notes
The new EP ‘Chill Chill Frill’ by the electronic duo antennasia takes “chill” as its central theme, as suggested by its title. (The theme of their previous 2025 release, Channel Low, was “groove.”) While chill-out music originaly emerged in the 1990s as a style of slow-tempo, relaxing electronic music, the tracks colected on this EP, though similar in BPM, soar far beyond the conventional imagery associated with the genre.
One of antennasia’s defining characteristics is on ful display here: San’s vocals sometimes function as part of the ensemble and at other times as a lead instrument, lending the music a distinctive color and atmosphere. San also created every track on the EP as wel as the artwork, which depicts what appears to be a sleeping woman-presumably San herself-with roots extending from her face into the earth, surrounded by animals gathering around her with joyful expressions. Nerve handled the rhythm programming and mixing. Over the course of several recent releases, antennasia has increasingly moved away from repetitive loop-based structures and the conventional forms of pop music. On this EP, that tendency blossoms into even greater freedom. The music often feels like a series of short cinematic scenes painted entirely in sound.
The opening track, “Fluffy Shadows,” evokes one of antennasia’s roots in trip-hop through its heavy kick drum, enveloping synth bass, dark harmonic atmosphere, and vocal melodies intertwined with brass instruments. Midway through, however, a tranquil forest landscape seems to emerge, and the track continues to evolve through shifting scenes before concluding with a trumpet solo bathed in long delays. The second track, “Kaiten Mokuba” (“Carousel”), immediately captivates with its whisper-like vocals and brightly colored chord progressions. Around twenty layers of vocals form dreamlike fragments of voices, while the beat gradualy gains intensity. By the finale, the track erupts into a sense of exhilaration, like a wild horse finally released from a carousel. On “Mors dagbok,” lyrics are sung in what appears to be Swedish. Carrying hints of synth-pop and Nordic folk traditions, the song continualy transforms across its three minutes and fifteen seconds: from sections led by a striking bass line, to passages driven by energetic percussion, to moments imbued with the atmosphere of a dimly lit fantasy world.“Parameters” may best be described as antennasia-style synth-funk. Built around a groove driven by a sixteenth-note synth bass pattern, the track showcases san’s voice in a remarkable variety of roles̶melody, chorus, spoken word, and even mouth percussion̶combining to create an irresistibly danceable piece. The fifth track, “Sora No Kaizu” (“Map of the Sky”), weaves together sea-breeze synth pads, wave-like bass movements, field recordings, and constantly evolving vocal expressions. Together they tel the story of a person who discovers a capsule washed ashore containing seeds from somewhere in the cosmos. By cultivating the seeds and eating their fruit, the protagonist learns where they are destined to go and ultimately sets off on a journey. The closing track, “Wanda keja baidu,” is a beautiful composition centered on San’s vocals and piano chords reminiscent of Brazilian music. Its relatively simple arrangement alows the melody and the expressive power of the singing-filed with both tenderness and melancholy-to shine through with remarkable clarity.
Though compact in running time, Chill Chill Fril may wel stand as one of antennasia’s defining works.
antennasia bio
Formed in 1999 by vocalist San and trackmaker Nerve, antennasia is an electronic duo based in Sendai, Japan, known for seamlessly traversing genres such as trip-hop, dub, electronica, and synth-pop. Their debut album Phased (2002) attracted international attention, leading to performances across Europe and colaborations with artists including Lemongrass, DJ3000, and Rob Smith (Smith & Mighty). Over the years, antennasia's sound has evolved through a diverse range of releases, from the cinematic textures of Cinemice (2005) to the emotionaly charged Howling (2013), which was created in the aftermath of the 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake.
In recent years, vocalist San has taken on a more active role in the production process, a shift that is particularly evident in Alter-Egoist (2017). Meanwhile, Nerve launched the ambient drone project NRV during the pandemic period. With Warped Lucky (2023) and Channel Low (2024), the duo further deepened their exploration of groove, bass, and rhythm, showcasing antennasia’s distinctive process of deconstruction and reinvention. Their latest album, Chill Chill Fril, expands their sonic universe with a theme of “chill,” embracing an even greater sense of freedom and experimentation. antennasia’s music offers a surreal yet deeply moving experience, inviting listeners on a journey through richly layered soundscapes. Resonating with audiences from both the underground and experimental pop scenes, their work continues to blur boundaries while maintaining a unique and compeling artistic identity.
グナワ文化とブルースに精通し独自の融合を行うThe Firefly Clan（津嶋利仁）と、世界的コンピ「Red Hot + Rio 2」への参加などをキャリアハイライトとしながら音楽と社会の新しい関わりを模索する安田寿之は、信頼し合う仲間として共作・共演を行ってきました。
The Firefly Clanが沖縄の美しい宿somosで行ったギターと歌の録音をベースに、安田寿之がフェルトピアノをダビングし仕上げた連作を、2023年よりデジタル・シングルとして連続リリース。人と自然が結び付くような深淵さを醸す音響により、シンガーソングライター曲が無上のアンビエントに廓大された「Ambient Folk」曲集（山ジャケットシリーズ）を構築してきました。かくして、8曲収録アルバム「Light and Echo (Ambient Folk)」をハイレゾ・カード（冬版、夏版）で2025年10月に、デジタルで2026年7月にリリースに至りました。
1. Pacha (Soundtrack)
2. Vlieg (Soundtrack)
3. Ny Foko (Soundtrack)
4. Vse (Soundtrack)
5. Mico Lumine (Soundtrack)
6. Taevapuu (Soundtrack)
7. Maya (Soundtrack)
8. Los tas keen (Soundtrack)
Produced, Composed, Arranged, All Instrumensts, Recorded, Mixed, Mastered and Designed: 安田寿之
Photo: 三嶋義秀
Directed: Styrism Inc.
Ⓒ The Institute of Music and Environment LLC
Ⓟ 2026 Styrism Inc. / The Institute of Music and Environment LLC
爽快と洗練を極めたエレクトロニック・サウンドトラック。心地よい夏の小品集。
安田寿之による今作『Summer plays interludes. - Soundtracks』は、先にリリースされた『Summer plays interludes.』のサウンドトラック・アルバム。Styrismディレクションによる映像用楽曲シリーズ第二弾。近未来的なR&B、爽快なネオ・ソウル、軽快なシンセポップなど多彩なサウンドに、ほのかなアジアのニュアンスが漂う。
前作に続き全工程を安田寿之単独で手がけた、生成AI時代の完全ヒューマンメイド（AI-Free）作。写真家・三嶋義秀による写真が、本作も視覚から彩る。
Electronic soundtracks that epitomize both freshness and sophistication—a collection of delightful summer vignettes.
“Summer plays interludes. - Soundtracks” by Toshiyuki Yasuda serves as the soundtrack companion to the previously released “Summer plays interludes.” It is the second installment in a series of music for visual media directed by Styrism. The album features a diverse range of sounds—including futuristic R&B, refreshing neo-soul, and breezy synth-pop—all infused with subtle Asian nuances.
Following the previous release, Yasuda handled every aspect of production himself, creating a work that is entirely human-made (AI-free) in the age of generative AI. Photography by Akihide Mishima once again provides a visual accompaniment to the music.
1. Pacha
2. Vlieg
3. Ny Foko
4. Vse
5. Mico Lumine
6. Taevapuu
7. Maya
8. Los tas keen
Produced, Composed, Arranged, All Instrumensts, Recorded, Mixed, Mastered and Designed: 安田寿之
Photo: 三嶋義秀
Directed: Styrism Inc.
Ⓒ The Institute of Music and Environment LLC
Ⓟ 2026 Styrism Inc. / The Institute of Music and Environment LLC
洗練を極めたエレクトロ・シティ・ポップ。心地よい夏の小品集（インタールード）。
安田寿之の新作『Summer plays interludes.』は、20年以上タッグを組むStyrismのディレクションで制作された映像用楽曲シリーズの第一弾。近未来的なR&B、爽快なネオ・ソウル、軽快なシンセポップなど多彩なサウンドにほのかなアジアのニュアンスを添えた、聞くだけで心身を整える音のサプリ。
作編曲、演奏、ミックス、マスタリング、デザインに至る全工程を安田寿之単独で手がけた、生成AI時代に贈る完全ヒューマンメイド（AI-Free）作品。写真家・三嶋義秀による写真が、本作を視覚から彩る。
A collection of exquisitely refined electro-city pop tracks—"interludes" of pleasant summer vignettes.
Toshiyuki Yasuda’s new release, “Summer plays interludes.”, marks the first installment in a series of tracks for visual media, produced under the direction of Styrism—his creative partner for over two decades. Blending futuristic R&B, refreshing neo-soul, and breezy synth-pop with subtle Asian nuances, the music acts as an auditory supplement that restores both mind and body.
This is a work crafted entirely by human hands (AI-Free)—in an era dominated by generative AI—with Yasuda personally handling every stage of production, from composition and arrangement to performance, mixing, mastering, and design. Photography by Akihide Mishima provides a visual accompaniment that colors the album's atmosphere.
A landscape looks different depending on memory and perception. Lampyr is the name gen asai gave to a self-built instrument app — drawn from the scientific name for firefly, itself rooted in the Greek word for "to shine." Carrying the idea that time itself can shine through fleeting moments spent with nature, he has continued to perform with this Lampyr along the Kamo River in Kyoto.
gen asai:
京都を拠点に活動するサウンドクリエイター。
アンビエント、ボストクラシカル、フォークトロニカに影響を受け、日々にひそむ温度に身を委ねるような音楽を制作する。
Ambient, electronica music from Kyoto, Japan. A sound creator based in Kyoto.
Drawing on influences from ambient, post-classical, and folktronica, they create music that surrenders to the quiet warmth hidden within everyday life.
The stream speaks. The mountain listens.
The way memories left in places and landscapes gradually transform over time. Perhaps the scenery we see before us is nothing more than a lingering presence left there.
The latest work from the solo project of electronic musician HIRAMATSU TOSHIYUKI — whose sound, steeped in acoustic programming, field recording, and glitch noise yet rooted in rhythm and groove, has earned support across a wide range of music scenes.
Takorasoitch – “MAD-Ji Yamete” (Seriously, Stop It)
Takorasoitch is an energetic kids’ band made up of members aged 7 to 15, born from Pal School, a creative learning community in Saido, Urawa, Saitama, Japan.
Following their debut original song, “Don’t Be You Pie Now,” the band returns with “MAD-Ji Yamete”—a catchy pop anthem that gives voice to the honest frustrations of today’s children.
From disagreements with friends and family to the pressures of school and the misunderstandings they sometimes feel from adults, this song expresses the emotions kids often keep inside. It’s bold, funny, relatable, and full of heart.
After all, children have their own stories to tell and this is their chance to be heard.
Give it a listen! ♫
1. Where Are You Now
2. Aeroplane
3. 遊行柳
4. 笹舟
5. Seeds of Sound
6. Little Foot
7. Sweetness Comes
8. Soaring
The Firefly Clan (Composition, Lyrics, Vocals, Guitar)
Toshiyuki Yasuda (Piano, Mixing, Mastering, Artwork)
Barbara Van Diest (Lyrics on 1, 6, 7)
The Firefly Clan recorded at somos
Toshiyuki Yasuda recorded at The Institute of Music and Environment
グナワ文化とブルースに精通し独自の融合を行うThe Firefly Clan（津嶋利仁）と、世界的コンピ「Red Hot + Rio 2」への参加などをキャリアハイライトとしながら音楽と社会の新しい関わりを模索する安田寿之は、信頼し合う仲間として共作・共演を行ってきた。今作は、The Firefly Clanが沖縄の美しい宿somosで行ったギターと歌の録音をベースに、安田寿之がフェルトピアノをダビングし仕上げた連作。人と自然が結び付くような深淵さを醸す音響により、シンガーソングライター曲が無上のアンビエントに廓大されている。
Well versed in Gnawa music and blues, The Firefly Clan (a.k.a Toshihito Tsushima) has been pursuing a unique style of fusion music. Toshiyuki Yasuda, with his participation in the global compilation "Red Hot + Rio 2" as one of the highlights of his career, continues to explore new relationships between music and society. They have been collaborating and occasionally producing and performing together as trusted partners in music. The album is the works in which Toshiyuki Yasuda dubs felt piano based on guitar and vocal recordings made by The Firefly Clan at the beautiful inn in Okinawa "somos". The singer-songwriter's songs are elevated to a supreme ambient soundscape, evoking a profound connection between people and nature.
Colina Madre：
元FPMで世界的コンピ「Red Hot + Rio 2」への参加などをキャリアハイライトとしながら音楽と社会の新しい関わりを模索する安田寿之による、シンプルな楽器構成の7thソロアルバム（CD、ハイレゾサイトへのリンク）。奈良県在住でAPAアワードなどで受賞、南夏希とのコラボレーションなども行う村上由希映による写真集。2者による音楽と写真の共作。 スタンダードのように美しい作曲に、ジャズ的オーセンティックな編曲を施した楽曲群。フェルトピアノと少しのシンセ（安田寿之）、コントラバス（飯田雅春）、ギター（山本のりこ）だけで演奏されたバッキングに、ブラジル系バンドBophanaでも活動してきたLica、ブラジル音楽を中心に活動する山本のりこ、ソロをはじめRose-Unlimitedや5th Gardenなどで活動してきた岩下清香、ジャズやブラジル音楽を独自の唱法で歌う行川さをりの4人の歌手が日本語で作詞、歌唱している。それらに合わせKatiをモデルに撮り下ろされた作品とミニマルな作品で構成された、村上由希映の写真群。映画をイメージした音とヴィジュアルの静かな交錯が、女性の力を感じさせる一体作として結実している。
アーティスト：安田寿之、村上由希映
発売元：The Institute of Music and Environment
定価：6,980円（税込）
Colina Madre 1点物セット作品：
・「Colina Madre」各曲用に撮影・制作された写真（村上由希映、キャンバスプリント）（サイズ：180×140mm）
・1点物としてリミックスされた各曲（安田寿之、スピーカー）（EWA A109miniに音楽ファイルの入ったMicro SDカードを格納）
アーティスト：安田寿之、村上由希映
発売元：The Institute of Music and Environment
