Hello! This is the A-indie/BELONG Media editorial team. Following on from Part 1, we’re continuing our summer festival talk. In this second part, three of our staff members — Takita, Wakiki, and Maririn — talk about their summer festival memories and best acts. SUMMER SONIC 2026: Held Through Heavy Rain Tinder and Music Festivals: An […]
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From Sketch Comedy to Fiction: yabori’s Creative Roots
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Where Did “Thee” Come From? A Garage Rock Story
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