Los Angeles-based trackmakers 2ToneDisco recently saw their entry into the idol world via their synth-heavy collaborative single with Tokyo’s own Happy Kuru Kuru, “Napoleon,” just a short while ago. The single was a departure from the group’s typical high-speed sounds, yet it was still one that offered their usual sugar sweet lyrics. Over the weekend we saw the release of the official music video for the single, crossing between both Tokyo and Los Angeles with stitched footage of both groups.
We wrote up about “Napoleon” in the past when it first released, and not much in regards to my thoughts have changed. It’s still a gorgeous utilization of Happy Kuru Kuru’s vocal dynamics layered over 2ToneDisco’s signature sounds, that much is certain. It’s certainly cool seeing both Tokyo and Los Angeles interwoven in the music videos footage, looking through both the similarities and contrasts in the eyes of both 2ToneDisco and Happy Kuru Kuru.
Released via Los Angeles-based netlabel Attack the Music, “Napoleon” is available for free download and streaming via all major platforms, here.