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X (later changed to X JAPAN in 1992 to avoid confusion with the American punk band X) is arguably one of the most influential bands in the history of the Japanese music scene. Formed by childhood friends Yoshiki and Toshi in 1982 at Chiba, Japan, X was originally founded to play high energy rock music. Besides being one of the first Japanese acts to achieve mainstream success while on an independent label, the group is widely credited for pioneering the visual kei movement. Their early music was speed metal, but later on they acquired a more symphonic metal sound. The...

FUNKY MONKEY BABYS (ファンキー・モンキー・ベイビーズ) was a Japanese hip-hop trio under the Dreamusic label. The group was formed in 2004. In 2012, the group announced their disbandment after their nation-wide tour in 2013. The decision was made because DJ CHEMICAL started preparing to become the chief priest at a temple and won't have time to continue his musical activities. Members: Funky Kato (ファンキー加藤) Monkichi (モン吉) DJ CHEMICAL .

FUNKIST (Fankisuto) was established in 2001. Their band includes vocals, two guitars, bass, drums, percussion, and flute piece. The band consists of seven members. Currently signed under Pony Canyon. Their members are Someya Saigou (染谷西郷), Miyata Yasuharu (宮田泰治), Yoshiro (ヨシロウ), Kasugai (春日井陽子), JOTARO, Ogachi (オガチ) and 住職. .

Funkin’ Matt is an upcoming producer & DJ from Norway. His style can be described as everything with a good groove or beat, often with a creative twist and contrast. He’s most known for his remix for Gregor Salto’s BouncingHarbour, but also for his original tracks like Shake it Don’t Break it & Hit Me. So far his tracks have been featured on compilations by Roger Sanchez/Laidback Luke, and has been played on BBC1 in the UK. Matt got his first breakthrough in the start of 2007 when he got in touch with Sidney Samson, which started to play his...