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The revival of vintage Japanese music has become a trend that’s broken mainstream, even getting a Japanese ambient and new age music compilation album from the 1980s nominated for “Best Historical Album” at the 2020 Grammys. While the album didn’t win, it still marked a historical moment for older Japanese music gaining more popularity and recognition in the era of today. This ongoing revival of Japanese music is all thanks to the magic of the internet, with YouTube and other online communities allowing users to find music from decades ago. One of the popular music genres of the 80s in Japan, City Pop, a blend of international disco, funk, and R&B with an upscale feel, has had one of the most prominent renaissances online, with thousands of videos uploaded by fans to YouTube, a dedicated online community on Reddit, and even City Pop-themed DJ nights at clubs around the world. On the opposite end of the spectrum, another genre that has been given a second life through YouTube is ambient or environmental music. It's a minimalist and soothing sound with a Japanese twist. Whether you’re a fan of the experimental upbeat City Pop genre or prefer the calming effects of ambient music, there’s never been a better time to explore vintage Japanese music online! Read more about the history of these various genres and the global expansion of Japanese music here: https://bit.ly/3xnvrOC Have you listened to any vintage Japanese music lately? Share your thoughts below! #Japan #CityPop #WorldMusicDay #AmbientMusic #JapaneseMusic #JapaneseArtists #MusicHistory #80sMusic #JapaneseTrends #JapaneseCulture #SoothingSounds #SoothingMusic

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