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Gen Hoshino

Gen Hoshino

J-pop, traditional folk music

Japan

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Sound in a sentence: "With rhythmic precision and rich textural layering, Hoshino’s music balances moments of intricate melodic interplay against spacious electronic backdrops."
Gen Hoshino has emerged as a pivotal figure within the contemporary J-pop landscape, reshaping how listeners engage with traditional Japanese music. His ability to fuse elements of folk with modern pop sensibilities has not only broadened the appeal of these sounds but also reinvigorated cultural narratives that resonate deeply with both domestic and international audiences.
Gen Hoshino has emerged as a pivotal figure within the contemporary J-pop landscape, reshaping how listeners engage with traditional Japanese music. His ability to fuse elements of folk with modern pop sensibilities has not only broadened the appeal of these sounds but also reinvigorated cultural narratives that resonate deeply with both domestic and international audiences. Through his work, Hoshino champions a more inclusive understanding of Japan's musical heritage, inviting listeners to connect with the past while navigating the present. Hoshino’s approach is marked by a meticulous craftsmanship that marries acoustic instrumentation with electronic production, resulting in soundscapes that feel both grounded and expansive. He often employs a storytelling technique in his music, using vivid imagery and emotive melodies to draw listeners into personal yet universally relatable experiences. This blend allows him to explore the nuances of identity, longing, and connection, creating an intimate space where tradition meets innovation. Lyrically, he often reflects on themes of nostalgia and human relationships, employing a voice that strikes a balance between sincerity and playful irony. His writing shines through in its ability to evoke emotion without becoming overly sentimental. Hoshino's songs tell stories that resonate with everyday life while maintaining an air of poetic abstraction.

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Discography

32 releases • 14 studio • 2010–2025
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Lighthouse

Lighthouse

2023

Same Thing

Same Thing

2019

Singles ()

Life

Life

2023

Comedy

Comedy

2022

IDEA

IDEA

2018

Doraemon

Doraemon

2018

Family Song

Family Song

2017

Koi

Koi

2016

Sun

Sun

2015

Crazy Crazy / Sakura no Mori

Crazy Crazy / Sakura no Mori

2014

Why Don't You Play in Hell?

Why Don't You Play in Hell?

2013

Gag

Gag

2013

Yume no Soto e

Yume no Soto e

2012

Film

Film

2012

Kudaranai no Naka ni

Kudaranai no Naka ni

2011

Cube

Cube

I Wanna Be Your Ghost

I Wanna Be Your Ghost

Fushigi

Fushigi

Eureka

Eureka

Create

Create

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