Tokyo’s underground alt-rock icons, TsuShiMaMiRe, will mark their monumental 25th anniversary with the release of their 20th full-length album, ‘MIZUMONO’ (バンドは水物), on March 13th, 2024.
The album features 11 tracks, including a re-recorded version of their iconic song ‘BAKA MOTO KAREE’ (‘Stupid Curry’), along with new compositions showcasing their eclectic style, ranging from hardcore noise to introspective indie rock. Their 2022 single ‘SHOW YOU MY SOY SAUCE’ also makes an appearance, having already gained recognition as part of the Adult Swim compilation ‘Japan Is Loud’ alongside artists like Boris, Otoboke Beaver and Melt Banana.
In January, TsuShiMaMiRe unveiled the album’s flagship track ‘24030’, an infectious rock anthem bursting with fun energy. With lyrics inviting listeners into their world of joy at address 24030, the accompanying music video showcases footage from their 2023 USA tour.
CD and digital versions of the album are now available for pre-order from TsuShiMaMiRe’s Bandcamp page. Additionally, a very limited edition transparent cassette version of the album is also available for pre-order via Gerpfast Records.
Comment from TsuShiMaMiRe
“バンドは水物 (pr. bando wa mizumono) is a phrase we made up and have used since our 10th anniversary. It roughly means that being a band is a gamble (mizumono); a matter of chance, unpredictable and out of anyone’s control. No one knows what the future holds!
To continue in this band over the past 25 years has been an exceptional and rare honor for us. Our band is a miracle!”
This album has 11 songs, each of which offers a unique perspective into our world; our joys and sorrows. Please tune in to TsuShiMaMiRe’s emotional journey and enjoy the ride!”
In celebration of their milestone anniversary, the trio will embark on an extensive tour spanning 36 shows starting in North American on April 18th in Austin Texas and ending in Shibuya on July 8th. Fans can expect balls-to-the-wall performances that blend theatricality with brutal honesty, as TsuShiMaMiRe continue to rock the world with their never-ending energy.
TsuShiMaMiRe
MIZUMONO
Release Date: 13/03/2024
Label: Major Records
Buy: Digital | CD | Cassette
Stream: Spotify | Apple Music
TsuShiMaMiRe 25th Anniversary North America Tour
Thu 18th Apr – TX, Austin, TBA
Fri 19th Apr – OK, Norman, The Opolis
Sat 20th Apr – MO, Kansas City, Record Bar
Sun 21st Apr – NE, Omaha, Reverb
Mon 22nd Apr – IA, Cedar Falls, Octopus
Tue 23rd Apr – IA, Davenport, Raccoon Motel
Wed 24th Apr – IL, Chicago, The Empty Bottle
Thu 25th Apr – MI, Detroit, Third Man
Fri 26th Apr – CAN, Toronto, TBA
Sat 27th Apr – CAN, London, The Palisad
Sun 28th Apr – CAN, Guelph, Satellite Collective
Tue 30th Apr – PA, Philly, Kung Fu Necktie
Wed 1st May – NY, NYC, Mercury Lounge
Thu 2nd May – VA, Richmond, Get Tight Lounge
Fri 3rd May – NC, Raleigh, Slims
Sat 4th May – TN, Knoxville, The Pilot Light
Sun 5th May – TN, Nashville, The Basement
Tue 7th May – LA, New Orleans, Siberia
TsuShiMaMiRe 25th Anniversary Nationwide Tour
Sat 18th May – Chiba, ChibaLOOK
Sun 19th May – Yokohama, BuzzFront
Sat 25th May – Tomakomai, ROCK BAR JAM
Sun 26th May – Sapporo, KLUB COUNTER ACTION
Mon 27th May – Sapporo, REVOLVER
Fri 31st May – Sendai, FLYING SON
Sat 1st Jun – Iwate, barrelhouse KAPUKAPU
Fri 7th Jun – Koshigaya, EASYGOINGS
Fri 14th Jun – Matsumoto, ALECX
Sat 15th Jun – Niigata, CLUB RIVERST
Sun 16th Jun – Toyama, SoulPower
Wed 19th Jun – Beppu, Copper Ravens
Fri 21st Jun – Fukuoka, public bar Bassic.
Sat 22nd Jun – Matsuyama, Double-u Studio
Sun 23rd Jun – Okayama, PEPPERLAND
Sat 29th Jun – Osaka, Live Bar FANDANGO
Sun 30th Jun – Nagoya, CLUB ROCK’N’ROLL
Sat 6th Jul – Shibuya, CLUB QUATTRO