Satoko Shibata's latest work, *Your Favorite Things*, includes the track "Reebok," now remixed by music producer and DJ tofubeats! This remix has been brought to life on a 7-inch vinyl record.

I always thought it would be amazing if we could release "Reebok" as a single, so I'm beyond happy that it's actually become a 7-inch record! And on top of that, I'm absolutely overjoyed by the incredible remix tofubeats has created—it's so beautiful that I can't help but wish time would stop so I could stay immersed in this music forever. The stunning artwork for this release is by Kei Sakawaki. The way this project evolved so sharply and beautifully from the album *Your Favorite Things* is just incredible. I can’t thank everyone involved enough. I’m really excited about this release and hope you’ll pick it up. Thank you for your support!

—Satoko Shibata

It’s been seven years since I first introduced Shibata-san’s "Koukai" on a TV show, and even back then, as well as now, she has remained one of the rare singer-songwriters with such a distinctive voice. I’m truly honored to have been offered the opportunity to remix one of her songs and work on this project. When I wondered which track from her latest release would resonate with me, I received the stem data for "Reebok." Since this 7-inch is being released during the rainy season, I created a remix that complements this time of year. Please take a moment to drop the needle on it at home and enjoy.

—tofubeats

<Artist Profiles>

Satoko Shibata

Satoko Shibata is a singer-songwriter and poet from Sapporo, Hokkaido. She graduated from Musashino Art University and completed her postgraduate studies at Tokyo University of the Arts. Shibata began her career in 2010, inspired by a comment from a professor during her university days. In 2012, she made her album debut with *Shibata Satoko-shima*, a multi-track recording produced by Hiroki Misawa. Since then, she has expanded her artistic range beyond singing, including presenting the one-hour monologue piece *Tanomoshii Musume* at the Festival/Tokyo '13. In 2022, she released her sixth original album, *Bochi Bochi Ginga*. Shibata has also published her first poetry collection, *Sabaku* (2016), which won the 5th Elsure Foundation Newcomer Award in the contemporary poetry category. Her contributions extend to poetry, essays, and picture book stories, and in 2023, she published *Kiregire no Diary*, an essay collection drawn from her seven-year literary magazine column in *Bungakukai*. Shibata’s work spans various forms, from songwriting to acting in films and dramas, and even directing and editing her own music videos. Her latest album, *Your Favorite Things*, was released on February 28, 2024.

tofubeats

tofubeats is a music producer and DJ from Kobe. From his student days, he has been involved in producing, remixing, and providing music for various artists. In April 2013, he self-released the album *Lost Decade*, which featured "Suisei feat. Onomatope Daijin," and made his major debut with Warner Music Japan in November that year with the single "Don’t Stop The Music." He released his first major album, *First Album*, in October 2014, and has since consistently released new works. His fifth album, *Reflection* (2022), was followed by his first book, *Tofubeats no Nanchou Nikki*, and the LP release *Reflection Remixes*. In 2023, tofubeats collaborated with UK DJ Q on the EP *A440* and released solo singles *Jiyuu* and *Lights*. On April 26, 2024, he is set to release his much-anticipated new EP, *Nobody*, continuing to break new ground as a producer.