Kenjinho
A São Paulo-born and raised, third-generation Japanese-Brazilian trackmaker and DJ.
In 2016, he moved to Japan, working as a graphic designer while supporting artists such as Spaniol, M.RUX, Psilosamples, and Barrio Lindo during their Japan tours. At the same time, he began producing his own music.
In 2022, he released his debut album, “Running Wild,” featuring 10 carefully crafted tracks, on SABI Records.
In 2016, he moved to Japan, working as a graphic designer while supporting artists such as Spaniol, M.RUX, Psilosamples, and Barrio Lindo during their Japan tours. At the same time, he began producing his own music.
In 2022, he released his debut album, “Running Wild,” featuring 10 carefully crafted tracks, on SABI Records.
Artist Interview
What are your musical roots?
When I was a student, the first genre I got into was metal. I listened to Brazilian metal bands like Angra and Sepultura.
Which artists or labels are you most excited about right now?
- 1.PsilosamplesMore than someone I'm watching right now, he's an artist I deeply respect: my inspiration, my mentor, and my friend.
- 2.kLapAmong Brazilian producers, he's making the freshest baile funk music out there.
Tokyo's Local Scene
What is happening in your local music scene right now?
Tokyo is a city where music rings out freely. All kinds of communities, genres, and music lovers share the same spaces. For an artist, it's a place full of inspiration, encounters, and opportunities.
At the same time, you're just one among tens of thousands of artists. There's constant competition, and it can be a very stressful city. Even so, I think its charm lies in being able to find places where you can relax and spaces that feel comfortable and peaceful. I'm able to make music freely here.
At the same time, you're just one among tens of thousands of artists. There's constant competition, and it can be a very stressful city. Even so, I think its charm lies in being able to find places where you can relax and spaces that feel comfortable and peaceful. I'm able to make music freely here.
What local spots would you recommend?
Listening Bar
bar bonobo— 神宮前 / Jingumae
You can hear all kinds of genres, and the sound is fantastic. It's a popular spot with people from overseas, too.
Record Shop
GLOCAL RECORDS— 渋谷 / Shibuya
They had lots of interesting world and organic music, exactly the kind I love.
Café
Bar Cafezinho— 京都 / Kyoto
A small café in Kyoto where you can enjoy authentic Brazilian coffee, from the Brazil blend to cafezinho and carioca, while listening to bossa nova. A relaxing place to unwind.
Label / Series
Bongo Joe Records
They dig up and reappraise local folk music from around the world, along with psychedelic rock, Afro, cumbia, synth punk, experimental music, and underground sounds, releasing it all from a contemporary perspective.
Which local DJs/artists would you recommend?
ver since I started DJing, he has influenced me through our shared Brazilian connection. A brilliant DJ I have always respected.
SEI
koichiseiThe owner of Bar Bonobo. To me, his selections are the most incredible of all, and I look forward to hearing him every time.
Shhhhh
shhhhh_kanekoA world music DJ I respect. His sets have left a lasting impression on me, surprising me every single time.
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