J-MELO - Season 21
Episode List
E1 - Virtual Artist Special: KAF
Aired: February 02, 2025
Experience the cutting edge of Japanese entertainment as we turn the spotlight on virtual artists. This week, the first virtual singer to play the Budokan: KAF.
E2 - Virtual Artist Special: enogu
Aired: February 09, 2025
Experience the cutting edge of Japanese entertainment as we turn the spotlight on virtual artists. This week, a virtual-reality idol group who aim to be the best in the world: enogu.
E3 - Kaneyorimasaru and Maeshima Mayu
Aired: March 02, 2025
Join May J. for Japanese music! In the studio this week are three-piece rock band Kaneyorimasaru, who blew up on social media; and former MYTH & ROID vocalist Maeshima Mayu, who now works on anisongs.
E4 - SWEET STEADY and Ito Kashitaro
Aired: March 09, 2025
Join May J. for Japanese music! This week: seven-piece idol group SWEET STEADY (a sister group to FRUITS ZIPPER); and singer-songwriter Ito Kashitaro, whose online videos led to a major-label debut.
E5 - East of Eden and edhiii boi
Aired: April 06, 2025
Join May J. for Japanese music! This week: East of Eden (a five-piece all-female heavy metal band fronted by a violinist) and edhiii boi (an up-and-coming rapper with a strong teenage following).
E6 - Furui Riho and shallm
Aired: April 13, 2025
Join May J. for Japanese music! This week: Furui Riho (a singer-songwriter with gospel roots) and shallm (a band project from vocalist, lyricist, and composer lia).
E7 - KATSUSHIKA TRIO
Aired: May 11, 2025
Join May J. for great Japanese music! Three former members of the pioneering J-fusion band CASIOPEA now play as the Katsushika Trio. This week, they're in the J-MELO studio to chat and perform.
E8 - ā ME, Angerme, and Cho Tokimekiā”Sendenbu
Aired: May 18, 2025
Join May J. for great Japanese music! This week, three energetic idol groups: 12-member group ā ME, Hello! Project group Angerme, and Cho Tokimeki ā” Sendenbu, who just released a new single.
E9 - cocolashika and Utagokoro Rie
Aired: June 08, 2025
Join May J. for Japanese music! This week: cocolashika (a guitarless trio getting lots of attention for their city-pop sound) and Utagokoro Rie (a singer whose J-pop covers led to a major-label debut).
E10 - Hamaura Ayano and BUDDiiS
Aired: June 15, 2025
Join May J. for Japanese music! This week: Hamaura Ayano (a former Hello! Project artist who moved into acting and is now a solo singer) and BUDDiiS (a dance-and-vocal group with 10 unique members).
E11 - Kitamura Fuki and Dreamers Union Choir
Aired: July 06, 2025
Join May J. for Japanese music! This week: singer-songwriter Kitamura Fuki, whose work ranges from piano-and-vocals to DJ sets; and 12-member Dreamers Union Choir, who bring powerful vocal harmonies.
E12 - Kamiyama Yoh and noa
Aired: July 13, 2025
Join May J. for Japanese music! This week, two singer-songwriters: ex-Vocaloid producer Kamiyama Yoh, whose fanbase extends to China; and noa, who crafts music, lyrics, arrangements, and art.
E13 - Natsudaidai and THE SIXTH LIE
Aired: August 03, 2025
Join May J. for great Japanese music! This week: cool R&B-rooted J-pop from girl duo Natsudaidai; and EDM-influenced rock from THE SIXTH LIE. Both acts are in the J-MELO studio to chat and perform.
E14 - Miyakawa Airi and Atarayo
Aired: August 10, 2025
Join May J. for Japanese music! This week: singer Miyakawa Airi, who's popular for her natural charm; and Atarayo, a three-piece band whose young fans love their emotional lyrics, vocals, and sound.