Press Kit 2024 moja
About the Band
MOJA is an extreme rock duo consisting of Masumi (dr) and Haru (ba,vo), formed in 2007. In that same year, they performed at the CMJ (NYC), and in 2008, theyʼve won 3rd place at the Global Battle of the Bands, world championship.
Since then, theyʼve pursued a successful career, performing at globally renowned festivals such as and so on.
They have performed in 12countries so far, which is a firm proof of their ceaselessly growing reputation. Masumiʼs superhuman drumming reminiscent of Buddhist god Ashra, and Haruʼs growling heavy bassline and ferocious vocal combined will blow all the audiences mind away, and make it difficult to resist the urge to mosh.
The compositions are waste cut, compact, and displays even functional beauty, which tempts the listeners into repetitive play with its addictiveness. MOJA successfully merge opposing elements such as boldness and elaborateness, thrill and excitement. Witness the world-class rock spectacle!
Band Members
Masumi – Drum
Haru – Bass and Vocal
Live Performance Highlights
CMJ(US)
SXSW Texas(US)
NXNE Music Festival (CA)
LE FESTIVAL ENVOL ET MACADAM(CA)
ITALIA WAVE (IT)
BOTANIQUE fest(IT)
FOCUS Wales (GB)
LIVERPOOL SOUND CITY (GB)
V-ROX(RU)
LUCfest(TW)
Tallinn Music Festival(EE)
Estonia Narva Station Narva(EE)
TRNJE FEST(SI)
TRANS MUSICAL(FR)
FUSION FESTIVAL (DE)
Baybeats (SG)
ZANDARI FESTA(KR)
STEPPING STONE FESTIVAL (KR)
and more
Contact Information
Press Photos
photo Kazuhiko Tanaka.
moja song ” Hello Hello “
《 Spotify link 》
https://open.spotify.com/track/3wkLStntzTKli15szYQOk5?si=eNxd0pjpQzWckuMi_YoTew
Official Links
Press Features
– moja –
First Album
Released in February 2009.
Recording took place at Monkeyclaus Studio in Virginia, USA, and in Tokyo.
The album includes “Hello Hello,” a staple song still played live today.
Released by globalchililn / acid rain RECORDS.
– Super Ultra Gold 79 –
Second Album
Released in 2011.
moja’s second album, “Super Ultra Gold 79,” was pressed in the UK on vinyl.
The album was recorded in various studios and features experimental tracks, including a remix by Tsuchiya from 6eyes.
The vinyl is currently out of print due to being sold out, but you can listen to and purchase the music on Bandcamp
– Independently produced –
– I LOVE CHEESE !!! –
Third Album
Released in 2013.
Recorded for the first time in London
at THE PARK STUDIO.
The album artwork was designed by Liverpool-based designer Michael Lill.
Released under the label
HELTER SKELTER RECORDS.
– スーパーカー ( Supercar ) –
Fourth Album
Released in 2017. It will be available exclusively on cassette with a download code. The album features tracks inspired by their experience touring in Italy, including the fan favorite,
“No Thank You.” The cassette tapes are currently sold out, but you can listen to and purchase the album on Bandcamp.
– Independently produced –
– Be Quiet –
Fifth Album
Released in 2019.
This was their second recording session in London, where they experimented with unique methods, including recording in a church.
The album artwork was designed by Shimura.
It was released under MIDI Creative, known for its connection with YMO.
– UP –
Single
Released in 2020.
Digital single only, released by MIDI Creative.
– Who’s Who –
Single
Released simultaneously with “UP”.
Released in 2020.
Digital single only, released by MIDI Creative.