12k = HAPPY

["j.frede" <jfrede@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

not sure if this has already be discussed on the list yet or not,,,, but i
just checked the 12k site and the mysterious ? bubble now is filled with the
word HAPPY. below is the text from the site....

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12k founder Taylor Deupree launches a new label called Happy, focusing on
the eclectic sounds of alternative pop music coming out of Japan.

Happy is a result of Deupree's long-time interest in Japanese pop music
(JPOP), and a reaction to the fact that the music is relatively unknown and
hard to find outside of Japan. He hopes to change this with Happy and expose
a well currated output of adventurous music to a wider range of listeners.

Happy's debut release will be Piana's "Snow Bird." "Snow Bird" will show a
link between the aesthetics of 12k's minimalist brand of digital music and
the musical/vocal-inflected sound of Happy's Japanese pop. However, Happy
will not simply be releasing "12k music with vocals" - its scope will
broaden to cover everything from electronic music to subdued and acoustic
indie rock.
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the audio samples of the "Snow Bird" CD are really great, i suggest everyone
check it out. i know im going to pick up a copy of this album, and look
forward to this refreshing new label.

j.frede
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