Tomo Katsurada unveils new solo single, "Moshimo"

14 October 2024, 13:51 | Written by Tyler Damara Kelly

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Amsterdam-based artist Tomo Katsurada, founder and lead singer of the acclaimed psychedelic band Kikagaku Moyo, has released a second solo track, "Moshimo".

Having recently launched Future Days concept store and workshop in Amsterdam, his forthcoming solo album, Dream of The Egg, sees Katsurada collaborate with Japanese visual artist Shoko Otake, marking the beginning of an ambitious project—a long-held dream of creating sound and picture books.

This record is the first in a series of five, each dedicated to a unique picture book, where Tomo aims to push the boundaries of physical media by merging music with visual storytelling. Following the previously released, "Zen Bungalow", he shares the record's opening track "Moshimo", meaning “If…” in Japanese.

Inspired by the Japanese 1920s children's book Yume No Tamago (Dream of the Egg), it reveals a deeply personal journey, reflecting Tomo's dreams and the numerous rebirths experienced in 2024—a year marked by profound new beginnings in every facet of his life.

Dream of the Egg is the first musical release from Future Days Shop, a concept store and workshop space founded in 2024 by Tomo Katsurada and textile artist Eloïse Ptito. Located in Amsterdam, Future Days Shop is dedicated to clothing, art, and music, with a mission to unite people through the power of color, craft, and sound.

Dream of The Egg is set for release on 15 November, and is available to pre-order via futuredaysshop.com.