Same! Now the goal is to get into collecting the vinyl for me — there is just so much great cover art to go with the music! - Brandon Johnson - Medium

I always love finding someone who appreciates citypop. So glad it's finally getting the international love it diserves.

I always love finding someone who appreciates citypop.

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Brandon Johnson

Apr 29, 2021

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Same! Now the goal is to get into collecting the vinyl for me — there is just so much great cover art to go with the music!

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Forever hunting for my new favorite music sample. 🌴🦩

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