Haru Nemuri

Spring is a time of rebirth, when nature blossoms after a winter of inclement weather. But spring also has its hard knocks, which consist in doing whatever it takes for this nature to reach its full potential. This somewhat vague summary also applies to the music of Haru Nemuri, a stage name that means as much as a springtime siesta. Her unique blend of euphoric J-Pop and optimistic pop dares to push contradictory extremes, seeking a balance between hope and nihilism.

Her album “SHUNKA RYOUGEN”, released last year, is packed with bangers that oscillate between pop, hardcore and true riot grrrl. Whether you understand her lyrics or not, her voice and music make it clear that it’s good to accept love as it is. Sometimes it sounds optimistic, sometimes Nemuri screams it, but anyone who’s ever loved it will realize that it’s two sides of the same coin. And Nemuri has turned that coin into an art form in its own right.