Rapper DOTAMA and producer/DJ duo ANIMAL HACK recently announced that they produced the new solo track for Doppo Kannonzaka, one of the characters from the popular "Hypnosis Mic" franchise.
"Hypnosis Mic" is a multimedia project where fictional anime-style characters grouped into "Divisions" based on famous districts in Japan face off against each other in rap battles. The winners are decided by "territory battles", where
fans vote for their favourite Division by using the codes featured in CDs or merchandise they have purchased.
The song, BLACK OR WHITE, features music composed by both DOTAMA and ANIMAL HACK. DOTAMA wrote the lyrics, and ANIMAL HACK arranged the track. It will be featured on an album titled Matenrou -Before The 2nd D.R.B- that will hit stores on March 25th. The release will feature one solo track each from the members of the
Shinjuku Division
Matenrou, as well as an audio drama track that expands on the story and provides more information on the characters.
The Shinjuku Division consists of three members: Doppo Kannonzaka, who is a salaryman, Hifumi Izanami, a host, and the group's leader Jakurai Jinguji, a doctor. The vocals for each song are performed by the character's voice
actor. Doppo is portrayed by Kento Itou.
Matenrou were the winners of the "First Rap Battle", which took place in 2018. Their victory CD, The Champion, was released in February 2019.
A trailer for BLACK OR WHITE can be viewed below, and Matenrou's previous releases are available for streaming overseas via Spotify.
