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Japanese Beatboxer Uses Pocky To Cover “Smoke On The Water” [Video]


Posted on  November 13, 2018

The most delicious cover of “Smoke on the Water” ever. The humble Pocky is easily one of Japan’s most instantly recognizable and beloved snacks. And for good reason. Not only are these chocolate-coated biscuit sticks delicious, they’re fun to eat. However, did you know that aside from being a great snack, Pocky can also be used to play classic rock? …

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Jesus? Emerges From Pac-Man? In Totally Perplexing J-Rock Music Video [Video]


Posted on  April 6, 2018

If you like to be confused, then this is the video for you. Pac-Man is one of the most recognizable icons of classic arcade video gaming. However, if you go by a new Japanese music video it seems that aside from being the beloved yellow dot-gobbler that has entertained gamers for decades, Pac-Man may also be the origin of all …

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Food Rockers Declare Garlic Is Their Way Of Life (Video)


Posted on  March 18, 2017

Earlier this month (Mar. 6) the Japanese rock band, Grilled Meat Youngmans, known in part for their extensive catalog of food inspired songs, released a music video for “GARI-GARI-GARLICK,” a song from the group’s new limited release (only 500 copies) 2-track 500 yen single CD, Curry On, which was released on March 8th. In this new song, the Grill Meant …

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