Content Introduction Are they the Japanese Beastie Boys? A hip-hop band consisting of 2 MCs, guitar, bass, and drums... their name is "Katokoto"! A formidable group of five who handle their artwork, PVs, and merchandise all by themselves. This is the music we've been waiting for! A mix of rap, lo-fi rock, funk, punk, and metal... a playful and exhilarating mixture sound! It's pop but aggressive, funky and freaky. With the exciting combination of live instruments and rap, your heart will instantly dance. They're dropping a debut album packed with 100% fresh, mixed-up tunes! This band is a strong contender for the ele-king Brightest Hope Award, and their potential is still unknown. Stay tuned! When I saw Katokoto's fun, danceable, and explosive live performance, I thought, "Are they the return of Trouble Funk?" However, after listening to Katokoto's cassette tape "Tonight, Hip Hop at the Cemetery" and the digital-only EP "MARYOKU EP," I thought, "This is the Beastie Boys' 'Check Your Head'." There's rap, lo-fi rock, funk, punk, acoustic singing, tears, laughter, and everything in between. As they say, "This is a toy box." Katokoto already has a masterpiece called "Mada Natsu Janai" (It's Not Summer Yet), which sings of autumn, and a masterpiece called "MARYOKU" (Magic), which is like RC Succession's "Tanoshii Yū ni" (In a Fun Evening). Even if a planet collides with Earth, Katokoto is undoubtedly this year's Japanese brightest hope, number one. -- Tsutomu Noda (ele-king) "Monsters chained up / Just remembering makes me emotional / Gather 6 mischievous kids and make a movie that will move adults!" (From the song "Gooonys") Media Reviews and More The debut album from Katokoto, a curious five-piece hip-hop band consisting of 2 MCs, guitar, bass, and drums. Of course, there are freaky and funky songs that emphasize the party atmosphere, as well as songs with acoustic guitars that touch the heart and standard pop songs featuring piano. This debut album makes you feel the infinite potential. (C)RS 10-45