DOMMUNE to Stream Special Eiichi Ohtaki Program in March
The streaming platform will dedicate a show to the legendary Japanese musician on March 25, focusing on his work from 1976 and 1996.
SUPER DOMMUNE will broadcast a special program dedicated to Eiichi Ohtaki on March 25 at 7:30 PM JST.
The show will focus specifically on "Eiichi Ohtaki in 1976 and 1996," examining two pivotal years in the artist's career. This marks another installment in DOMMUNE's ongoing tradition of celebrating Ohtaki's musical legacy.
For those unfamiliar, Eiichi Ohtaki (1948-2013) was a foundational figure in Japanese pop music. As a member of Happy End in the early 1970s, he helped pioneer Japanese rock sung in Japanese rather than English. His solo career produced classics like "A Long Vacation" (1981), which became one of Japan's best-selling albums and defined the city pop sound.
The years 1976 and 1996 represent interesting bookends in Ohtaki's evolution. In 1976, he was establishing his solo career after Happy End's dissolution, while 1996 found him at a mature creative peak, continuing to influence Japanese pop music's direction.
DOMMUNE, known for its eclectic programming and deep dives into music culture, regularly features tributes to influential Japanese artists. These Ohtaki specials have become anticipated events for fans wanting to explore the musician's extensive catalog and lasting impact on J-Pop.
The program will stream live on SUPER DOMMUNE's platform, giving both longtime admirers and newcomers a chance to discover or rediscover Ohtaki's timeless music.