Van Paugam

25/12/2024

Merry Christmas 🎄

18/12/2024

An historic interview with the legendary producer of Mayonaka no Door/Stay With Me, by Miki Matsubara. I go in-depth with one of Japan’s most iconic and influential figures in music. The full interview now available.

An historic interview with the legendary producer of Mayonaka no Door/Stay With Me, by Miki Matsubara. I go in-depth with one of Japan’s most iconic and influential figures in music.

10/12/2024

Get ready to close out the year with a bang at our last DJ Night of 2024! Tonight, Monday, December 9th, we’re bringing back the vibes with the incredible DJ Van Paugam, spinning the best of City Pop. It’s your chance to enjoy a night of smooth beats, great food, and even better company.

A huge thanks goes out to DJ Van Paugam for bringing some truly special vintage Japanese vinyl to our space for the past year!

06/12/2024

RIP Nakayama sama. My heart is broken. Thank you for your music and passion.

Japanese singer and actress Miho Nakayama has been found dead in the bathtub of her Tokyo home, according to investigative sources.

02/12/2024

奇跡は二度起きる。世界的シティポップ大ブーム“真の火付け役” DJヴァン・ポーガムRemixの滝沢洋一「かぎりなき夏」がCD収録決定、レア音源入りEP盤も発売

世界的シティポップ大ブーム“真の先駆者”である米シカゴ在住のDJヴァン・ポーガム（Van Paugam）による、42年間お蔵入りになった元祖シティポップアーティスト・滝沢洋一（たきざわ・よういち）の名曲「かぎりなき夏」....

29/11/2024

23/11/2024

20/11/2024

December 5th, 7pm! - I’m excited to be back in the Hall of the Immortals at the with a very special City Pop Vinyl DJ set! Will be debuting some special visuals to give the space a nostalgic touch.

Tickets are $40 with drinks included 🥂

Journey through Japan's Showa-era soundscape with the nostalgic rhythms of City Pop, spun live by DJ Van Paugam

19/11/2024

Ｔｈｕｒｓｄａｙ — DJs Van Paugam and Kadobara dig deep into their extensive collection of vintage Japanese vinyl to present a night of timeless grooves from Japan's neon-drenched bubble era.

City pop is a captivating and multifaceted genre that emerged in Japan during the late 1970s and reached its peak in the 1980s. Characterized by its fusion of various musical elements, city pop encompasses a sophisticated blend of jazz, funk, soul, and pop, creating a sound that is both nostalgic and forward-thinking.

15/11/2024

滝沢洋一「かぎりなき夏　Van Paugam 2024 Remix」アナログレコードシングル盤（C/W：滝沢洋一「かぎりなき夏 オリジナル1982 Mix」）Yoichi Takizawa “Endless Summer” Kagirinakinatsu

近年の世界的シティポップブームの先駆者である米シカゴ在住のDJ　Van Paugam（ヴァン・ポーガム）による、42年間お蔵入りになっていた元祖シティポップアーティスト滝沢洋一“幻の2ndアルバム”『BOY』所収の名曲「かぎり....

03/11/2024

I know many people are aware that Murasaki Sake Lounge is closing its doors forever soon. It’s very difficult for me to say how I feel, because I’ve been DJing there for many years, and the space has a very special meaning for me, but I’m sure many others share similar sentiments.

So it’s said that all good things eventually must come to an end, and I appreciated what the Tamuras and Takanaritas have provided for us.

November 16 will be my final event at Murasaki Sake Lounge. More info will be provided soon.

Thank you

29/10/2024

👻 Shibuya Meltdown is a Tokyo-themed Halloween party with Japanese horror movies, a costume contest, free gift bags with 7” records, t-shirts, mixtapes, plushies, and more (while supplies last).

In honor of Shibuya’s legendary Halloween street parties, we’re bringing the spirit of Shibuya to Chicago with Van Paugam, Kadobara, and special guests playing everything from classic halloween hits to Japanese disco and beyond.

Costumes with a Japanese horror or anime theme are encouraged, and required to receive a limited edition gift bag!

29/10/2024

The vibe at Gaijin is something you can only truly understand by experiencing it. Each night, our space fills with a unique mix of families, couples, friends, and solo diners of all ages, gathered around a shared love for bold, hard-to-find flavors. There’s an energy here that combines warm familiarity with the excitement of discovering something new. Gaijin is more than just a place to eat. It’s where Chicago’s diverse community comes together over dishes you won’t find anywhere else in the city.

22/10/2024

Join the Japanese Arts Foundation on November 1st for the Godzilla Gala. Yukiko & I will be DJing, along with live band, unlimited drink, food, and more! Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/godzilla-gala-tickets-996425354057

18/10/2024

Showa Kayo Night: Yokai Edition, tomorrow at Murasaki Sake Lounge 10:30PM — No Cover 👺

10/10/2024

A Tokyo-themed Halloween party featuring Japanese horror movies, a costume contest, free gift bags with 7” records, t-shirts, mixtapes, plushies, and more (while supplies last) 💀

In honor of Shibuya’s legendary Halloween street parties, we’re bringing the spirit of Shibuya to Chicago with Van Paugam, Kadobara, and special guests playing everything from classic halloween hits to Japanese disco and beyond—the only vibe will be to dance 🎃

Costumes with a Japanese horror or anime theme highly encouraged, and required to receive a limited edition ‘Spit in my mouth’ gift bag! Expect a raucous evening that will leave you spirited away 🌬️

27/09/2024

On Thursday, resident DJs Van Paugam and Kadobara dig into their extensive collections of vintage Japanese vinyl to present a night of timeless grooves from Japan's neon-drenched bubble era 👠✨️