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OE “New Classics Vol. 2” Nominated for the 17th Independent Music Awards

Tatsuya Oe — 2019-04-11T19:02:25+01:00

OE’s latest release “New Classics Vol.2” has been nominated for the 17th Annual Independent Music Awards (IMA) in the Dance/Electronica Album category. Winners of the music industry judged awards are to be named in June…

Music Placements for TV programs & Promos – 2018 Q4 –

Tatsuya Oe — 2019-01-13T20:05:09+01:00

These are examples of television networks’ (incl. cable & satellite providers) programs and corporate advertising campaigns where Tatsuya (as Captain Funk, Dark Model, etc)’s music was used and featured (mainly in the North…

Exclusive Interview on “The Little Big Beat Book” (UK)

Tatsuya Oe — 2018-07-17T19:37:31+01:00

Oe contributed an exclusive interview to “The Little Big Beat Book,” authored by a British DJ/writer Rory Roy and published by New Haven Publishing Ltd. Looking back on the Big Beat era in the late 90’s, he discussed how…

Kibou (Hope) 4

Tatsuya Oe — 2018-07-09T12:25:41+01:00

These techno compilation albums (from vol.1 to 4) were created as benefit/charity albums for the victims of the massive earthquake and subsequent nuclear disaster which had occurred in the east coast of Japan on Mar 11, 2011. Elektrax Music (Australia) launched…

WKM – Tribute to Walkman –

Tatsuya Oe — 2018-07-09T12:24:28+01:00

This compilation, which was released in a tribute to Sony Walkman approaching its 25 anniversary, includes tracks produced by Japanese cutting-edge electronic and alternative rock artists. Oe provided “The March,” building its basic beats from…

Message -soundtrack-

Tatsuya Oe — 2018-07-09T12:24:03+01:00

This is the soundtrack of the TV drama program “Message,” broadcasted by NTV (Nippon Television Network Corporation). Oe’s “Grid Circuit” was included.

Tracklist

1. Come On Out
2. CQB
3. Truth
4. Murder Rose
5. Smile On Your Face…

OE – Electronic Sound and Vision Collection –

Tatsuya Oe — 2018-07-09T12:23:17+01:00

This enhanced CD was created in promotion of the event “Discover your style 2003 – OE Electronic Sound and Vision Collection,” which was sponsored by mod’s hair and held at Spiral Garden Aoyama. The lineup included Buffalo Daughter, NUMB,…

Let There Be Pop – Christopher Just Remixes from 1995 to 2003 –

Tatsuya Oe — 2018-07-09T12:21:41+01:00

This compilation album consists of remix works created by Christopher Just, an Austrian electronic music producer. His remix of Captain Funk “O.Y.M” was included.

Tracklist

1. Christopher Just – Welcome To The Forbidden Planet
2. Captain …

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Tatsuya Oe — 2018-07-09T12:21:11+01:00

This compilation consists of tracks created by Japanese Hip-Hop (Disc1) and Electronica/Alternative Rock (Disc2) artists. Oe provided an exclusive track “New Day” under the moniker of Captain Funk.

Disc1
1. INNOSENCE – 科学の字間～Breakthrough…

Monday Soundtrack

Tatsuya Oe — 2018-07-09T12:20:34+01:00

This is the soundtrack of SABU’s movie “Monday,” which featured Captain Funk’s “Twist & Shout” as the theme song. “Home Sweet Home” and “Rock on the Floor” were also included. The movie won…

Dancemania Winters, Vol. 2

Tatsuya Oe — 2018-07-09T12:20:08+01:00

This compilation album consists of Big Beat and House hits. Captain Funk’s “Bustin’ Loose” (from “Bustin’ Loose EP”) was included.

Tracklist

1. Crash! – Propellerheads
2. (Hey You) What’s That Sound?…

Dancemania Winters – Rock Groove –

Tatsuya Oe — 2018-07-09T12:19:21+01:00

This compilation album consists of anthemic Rock and Electronica tracks. Captain Funk’s “Home Sweet Home” (from “Dancing in the Street”) was included.

Tracklist

1. Captain Funk – Home Sweet Home
2. The Chemical Brothers…

Krafty Kuts presents Slam the Breaks on

Tatsuya Oe — 2018-07-09T12:18:54+01:00

This is a double DJ mix album which was compiled and mixed by Krafty Kuts from the UK. Captain Funk’s “Twist & Shout” (from “Bustin’ Loose EP”) was included.

Tracklist

Disc: 1
1. Concrete Schoolyard- Jurassic 5
2. What…

Music micro-licensing Store launched

Tatsuya Oe — 2018-05-22T11:44:16+01:00

We have just launched our micro-licensing store on this website. This store enables you to get legal permission (i.e., synchronization licenses) to use Tatsuya’s music for your small video projects. Tatsuya Oe Micro-licensing store Store…

Dark Model – Prelude

Tatsuya Oe — 2018-05-02T07:21:15+01:00

“Prelude” is the opening track of the album “Saga.” While the first album mainly consisted of somber, literally “dark” tracks including the opening “Dance of Wrath,” as the tagline…

Dark Model “Saga” Wins the 16th Annual Independent Music Award

Tatsuya Oe — 2018-04-01T09:26:22+01:00

I’m so glad to announce that Dark Model’s latest release “Saga” has won the 16th Annual Independent Music Award (IMA) for Best Dance/Electronica Album. My big thanks go out to all of IMA judges and everyone who has…

Music Placements for TV programs & Promos – Spring 2018 –

Tatsuya Oe — 2018-03-28T09:18:16+01:00

Dark Model – Danse Macabre (Dance of Death)

Tatsuya Oe — 2018-03-13T08:01:16+01:00

This is a mysterious and a little ominous, and a very uplifting track featuring choir sound. When I began to sketch this track, it was much slower (around BPM 120) than the album version. Also, I didn’t think of using a choir. As I had felt…

Updated: OE “New Classics Vol.1 & 2” Out on April 20th, 2018

Tatsuya Oe — 2018-03-05T09:50:55+01:00

Tatsuya will release his two new albums “New Classics Vol.1 & 2” on April 20th, 2018 (CD & Digital). These albums are collections of new tracks and new arrangements of his past pieces produced under the moniker of “OE”…

Dark Model “Saga” Backstory 2 : The Making of “Rage and Redemption”

Tatsuya Oe — 2017-04-22T12:26:21+01:00

Today I would like to tell you a backstory of “Rage and Redemption,” Dark Model’s new track from the 2nd album “Saga," focused on production tips. This orchestral-electronic, beat-oriented track featuring choir sound, has a strong contrast of song structure.

Dark Model “Saga” Backstory 1 – New track “Survivors”

Tatsuya Oe — 2017-03-05T09:56:57+01:00

t is less than a month to go until Dark Model’s new album “Saga” is released. I picked “Survivors” as a teaser and uploaded it on Youtube. Not only does it construct orchestral and symphonic sound (which is signature…

Dark Model FAQs : Frequently Asked Questions about Dark Model

Tatsuya Oe — 2016-05-09T10:27:28+01:00

et out below are Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) regarding Dark Model (Tatsuya Oe) and the music. Hopefully, you find these answers helpful. (This is a repost from the FAQ page on Dark Model official website.) Releases & Distribution…

The Thrill of Drumline & Marching Drum Sound (for Electronic Musicians)

Tatsuya Oe — 2015-11-05T11:05:16+01:00

Since the US film “Drumline” became a box office success, the word has become a household name. Here I introduce drumline & marching drum music, plus production tips for electronic music producers.

Interview with Richard B Roberts (Art Director & Digital Artist)

Tatsuya Oe — 2015-08-28T14:00:41+01:00

had the opportunity to have an interview with Richard B Roberts, very talented art director and digital artist based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, originally from the UK. As some of you may already have known, he collaborated with my team for the…

How to Reach Out to Japanese Music Publishers: Music Business Conferences & Resources

Tatsuya Oe — 2015-05-25T20:53:46+01:00

These are the music business conferences that you should attend if you're interested in reaching out to Japanese music publishers. Now it's your turn to do your homework!