Night Tempo is a South Korean musician and producer who has garnered attention in the realm of future funk and city pop revival. Emerging in the electronic music scene with an affection for the glossy and beat-driven sounds of the '70s and '80s Japanese pop music, Night Tempo has carved out a unique niche that transcends borders, bringing back the retro-futuristic nostalgia to the digital age. Hailed for his ability to blend contemporary electronic music production with the soulful grooves of the bygone Showa-era sounds, Night Tempo’s aesthetic is an audiovisual celebration of past and present.

Night Tempo's recent releases, such as "Brand New World," "Neo Standard," and a series of collaborations with classic Japanese pop icons like Miho Nakayama on "Ninna Nanna" and Yu Hayami on "Shampoo," highlight the artist's dedication to both honoring and rejuvenating the city pop genre. His album series "Night Tempo presents ザ・昭和グルーヴ" celebrates the music of the Showa period, featuring remastered tracks from celebrated artists like Yukiko Okada, further cementing Night Tempo's role as a curator of this nostalgic craze. With each track, whether it's the synth-infused "Flash Light" or the more experimental "Structure Of Romance," Night Tempo continues to inspire a contemporary audience with sounds that echo a bygone era, bringing a timeless quality to his innovative musical creations.

Genres

Denpa-kei

Future Funk

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Latest Release

Tokyo Love (feat. Iyo Matsumoto)

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Iyo Matsumoto

Single - Released April 10, 2024