Dancemania EX × Trance Paradise

Anison “Kamikyoku” Love Boys Mix!
Release Date: 4/24/13
Price: 1700 yen

A new release in Akiba Koubou’s Anison “Kamikyoku” series. Surprisingly, it features quite a few new songs. About 50% of it is new material, while the other 50% includes repeats like “Zankoku.” I’m most excited for “Ready Steady Go” and “Fly Me to the Moon.” Unfortunately, it’s exclusive to Tsutaya for the time being, though it will see a wide release eventually.

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R&B House Drivin’
Release Date: 4/17/13
Price: 1200 yen

Another digital house compilation from FARM Records. Interestingly, it features the extended versions of a number of songs for the first time, whereas previous compilations only included radio edits. Available on iTunes Japan.

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