The Hollow Heart of the Neon City: Deconstructing Mariya Takeuchi’s 'Plastic Love'

Dive deep into the shimmering, high-fidelity world of the global phenomenon that defined the City Pop revival. Hosts Ken and Sophie explore the paradox of Mariya Takeuchi’s 'Plastic Love,' tracing its journey from a 1984 album track to a YouTube-algorithm sensation and a timeless anthem of urban isolation. Discover the astronomical production budgets of the Bubble Era, Tatsuro Yamashita’s sonic perfectionism, and how this upbeat disco groove masks a devastatingly 'disposable' social reality. Join us as we bridge the gap between 1980s analog loneliness and the digital voids of today. #CityPop #MariyaTakeuchi #PlasticLove #NeonTokyo #Vaporwave #80sJapan #TatsuroYamashita